Programmes
Sustained development. Learning that lasts.
We co‑create and deliver programmes with organisations across sport and physical activity each year. Our programmes can offer if you’re looking to invest in longer‑term development, rather than one‑off learning interventions.
What We Mean by Programmes
Programmes are designed to support sustained learning and development over time. They are particularly effective where organisations want to strengthen coaching capability, support progression across roles, or embed learning aligned to wider strategic priorities.
Our programmes range from short, intensive courses to longer learning journeys, delivered face‑to‑face, online or through blended approaches. They often combine workshops, digital learning, reflection and practical application.
This approach supports deeper learning, cohort development and measurable impact beyond the duration of the programme itself.
What Makes Programme‑Based Development Different
Programme‑based development creates space for learning to be explored and embedded over time.
Aligning programmes with defined cohorts of learners can provide space for practical application. This helps new knowledge translate into consistent changes in practice.
This model is particularly valuable if you’re seeking lasting improvement, stronger confidence across the workforce and development that aligns with your wider goals rather than standing alone.
What Our Programmes Include
Our programmes support different roles and stages of development, from those new to coaching through to those responsible for developing others.
- Assistant Coach Programme: This digital badge supports individuals who want to start coaching, helping them build foundational coaching skills.
- Coach Learning Programme: Designed to improve coaching quality, support employment opportunities and strengthen practice, helping learners connect knowledge with real-world coaching experiences.
- Certificate in Coach Education: Supporting those responsible for developing coaches, with a focus on learning design, assessment and educator confidence.
- UK Sport Funded Programmes: Bespoke coach development programmes supporting talent and performance pathways.
- Bespoke Programmes: We design learning programmes to meet the specific needs of your organisation and cohorts, from introductory coaching through to high performance.
Bespoke programmes allow organisations to align learning directly to strategy, workforce needs and desired outcomes.
Who our programmes are for
Our programmes are designed for organisations that employ, deploy, support or develop coaches and those responsible for coaching workforces across a range of settings.
We regularly work with:
- National Governing Bodies of Sport
- Active Partnerships and local delivery systems
- Clubs and community organisations
- Education and training providers
- Leisure operators and employers of coaches
- Charities and social impact organisations
Get in touch to start shaping a programme that fits your organisation.
We can work with you to explore whether programmes are the right fit for your organisation, and how learning aligns with your context, priorities and roles.
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Programme‑based learning supports development over time. It combines structured learning, reflection and practical application, helping participants build confidence and embed learning into everyday practice rather than treating development as a one‑off event.
Yes. While some programmes are available in an off‑the‑shelf format, they can also be adapted or used as a starting point for more bespoke design. This allows learning to align more closely with your organisation’s strategy, workforce needs and delivery environments.
Commitment varies depending on the programme and intended outcomes. Some programmes are short and intensive, while others involve longer learning journeys. We’ll work with you to ensure expectations are proportionate, clear and appropriate for the roles involved.
Yes. Programmes can support a wide range of starting points, from introductory development through to more advanced or specialist contexts. They can be used to build strong foundations as well as to strengthen existing capability.