National Strategy on Indigenous Sport – Winnipeg Session
Coaching
PDP Stakeholder Meeting Rescheduled
Dear ski club coaches, athletes, parents, leaders:
If you are involved now, or want to be involved soon, with our Provincial (Coach & Athlete) Development Program (PDP) please join us for a Stakeholder meeting 6:00 – 8:00 PM Wed April 26th on Zoom.
Let’s sit together and talk about where we’ve been, where we’re at, and where we want to be 4/8/12 years from now. You can help shape the future of our sport.
Everyone interested in CCSAM coach and athlete development goals and objectives is welcome to attend.
You must REGISTER in order to get the Zoom link.
Become a Special Olympics Manitoba Coach
Help make a difference in an athlete’s life today by joining the team of program volunteers and coaches who directly provide training for athletes in cross country skiing. They work with athletes to improve basic motor skills and prepare athletes for competition. The time commitment is one to two sessions each week for 1 to 2 1⁄2 hours (up to the coach). Some weekends are required for competition. Be a part of athletes achieving their goals and capture the spirit of Special Olympics!
We are currently searching for a Head Coach (or 2 people to Co-Head Coach) in the Winnipeg Region to be able to start up our cross country skiing program. Appropriate training and screening measures will be provided.
Qualifications:
- Able to work in a team setting as well as one-on-one with athletes.
- Have some knowledge about cross country skiing.
- Some coaching experience is preferred.
- Able to communicate instructions effectively.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Main Responsibilities:
- Plan club activities for the season.
- Regularly communicate with athletes, volunteers, and caregivers.
- Facilitate practices with assistant coaches with the safety and well-being of the athletes always coming first.
- Attend competitions with athletes regularly.
For more information on the role, please contact Kayla Kasian at kkasian@specialolympics.mb.ca.
NEW Grants for Coach & Officials
The Coach & Official Assistance Grant from Sport Manitoba Coaching reduces barriers for individuals at the community level, so they can focus on training, evaluation, and sport development.
Coaches, officials, or organizations can apply on behalf of up to four coaches or officials.
The Community Sport Development Hosting Grant is a subsidy program designed to support organizations that host sport technical courses or clinics for coaches and officials.
