Elevate Programme

Coaches will be supported through an individual development plan process and explore ways to maximise their career progression. They will develop awareness and confidence in their coaching and leadership style and explore ways to develop personal impact.

As part of the programme, coaches will have the opportunity to:

• Develop a plan to progress their career and strategies to fulfil their potential
• Develop greater confidence in their coaching and leadership style
• Develop reflective practice
• Develop coaching knowledge and skills that have personal relevance and impact
• Grow their network of support

Coaches will be nominated by their sport. It is essential that the NGB has considered the career trajectory and succession planning of the coaches they put forward.

The programme is aimed at female coaches (18+) who are:

• Working in UK Sport funded sports
• Coaching at a regional or national level with athletes in the Talent and/or Performance stage of the athlete pathway (14-21 years age range)
• Committed to their own development and open to the opportunities on the programme
• Looking to develop confidence and strategies for overcoming the unique challenges women face
• Coaching on a regular basis.

When will the programme take place?

The programme will take place between September 2022 and February 2023.

How is it delivered?

ELEVATE will consist of 4 months of guided learning, and 2 months of self-directed in-situ learning. During the first phase, coaches will be supported through:

• Face-to-face workshops
• Virtual Workshops

During the second phase, coaches will be supported to:

• Undertake an applied learning project
• Have a professional discussion with the NGB
• Seek out professional development opportunities in their sport

The programme culminates with a connection event where coaches will share and celebrate their learning and development (face-to-face workshop).

Tuesday 13th September – Loughborough University 10am-4.30pm
Monday 10th October – virtual 9.30-12.30pm
Thursday 10th November – Loughborough University 10am-4.30pm
Thursday 1st December – virtual 12.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 15th February – Loughborough University 10.30-3.30pm

Coaches will:

• Develop a plan to progress their career and strategies to fulfil their potential
• Develop greater confidence in their coaching and leadership style
• Develop reflective practice
• Develop coaching knowledge and skills that has personal relevance and impact
• Grow their network of support