We are seeking expressions of interest from participants to attend Level 1 or Level 2 coaching courses this year. Our first one is planned for 5th and 6th April based on minimum numbers of registered attendees.

To express your interest in this course please contact Dragon Boat Victoria’s course presenter providing your contact details, club and the level of course you are interested in coach@dragonboatvictoria.com.au

Course Content Overview
These courses are convened over 2 consecutive days on a weekend.

• Level 1 is designed to provide new and existing coaches with the tools to effectively train club athletes for general training and regatta preparation.
• Level 2 is designed to provide existing coaches with the tools to effectively train talented athletes for general training and regatta preparation.

There is a good mix of online eLearning modules, class room activities (workshop format) plus water sessions and landed based drills. 

Come prepared to paddle, perform warm up – cool down exercises, run training sessions and be subject video filming and review.

Cost $295 (includes catering for both days) - There is a cost subsidy for regional members available for travel and accommodation. view here
Location Footscray Boat Club, 40 Farnsworth Ave, Footscray Vic 3011
On water component: Maribyrnong River & Edgewater Lake.
Provided Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, tea and coffee

Level 1 Course Requirements

1.  Minimum age 16 on first day of training
2. Paddling experience
3. Current first aid certification from an accredited agency
4. Current Working with Children Clearance (mandatory for all coaches)
5. Registered with the ANCAS LMS (Learning Management System), completed and passed the online eLearning modules for ANCAS Level 1 as outlined in document 6 ANCAS – Prerequisite LMS eLearning modules – New Accreditation – Reaccreditation – RPL found at the following link on AusDBF website https://www.ausdbf.com.au/ausdbf-courses/coaching-courses/ .
6. Reviewed the SPORTAUS Essential skills course via SPORTAUS website. URL https://www.sportaus.gov.au/coaching/course
7. Attendance at a ANCAS Level 1 course workshop
8. Completion of all post course requirements within the specified time frame for Level 1

Level 2 Course Requirements

1. Minimum age 18 on first day of training
2. Paddling experience
3. ANCAS Level 1 accreditation with a minimum of two years active coaching experience
4. Current first aid certification from an accredited agency
5. Current Working with Children Clearance (mandatory for all coaches)
6. Enrolled in an ANCAS Level 2 course
7. Registered with the ANCAS LMS (Learning Management System), completed and passed the online eLearning modules for ANCAS Level 2 as outlined in document 6 ANCAS – Prerequisite LMS eLearning modules – New Accreditation – Reaccreditation – RPL found at the following link on AusDBF website https://www.ausdbf.com.au/ausdbf-courses/coaching-courses/ .
8. Demonstrate completion of steps from the Level 1 reaccreditation process eg provide personal development plan, Practical Coaching - coaching hour logbook, coaching development – Coach education, Self-Education
9. Attendance at a ANCAS Level 2 course workshop 10. Completion of all post course requirements within the specified time frame for Level 2

To express your interest in a course please contact Dragon Boat Victoria’s course presenter providing your contact details, club and the level of course you are interested in coach@dragonboatvictoria.com.au