Upskill Coach Program

The best coaches learn from more senior coaches, passing down valuable insights and methods to players.

Discussion points may include:

•    Why do you coach Aussie Rules?  Know yourself
•    The diverse role of a Local Team Coach
•    Expectation of a Local Team Coach
•    Requirements of a Local Team Coach
•    Develop yourself as a coach
•    What is coaching? Work towards your own philosophy
•    Understanding / Developing / Consolidating a coaching philosophy
•    Philosophy of Age Specific Coaching
•    Competencies of Age Specific Coaching
•    Coaching Checklist
•    Importance of Preparation
•    Planning – Phases of the year
•    Effective Coaching eg S.P.I.R method
•    Winning vs Development?
•    Importance of Player rotations
•    Planning an Effective training session
•    Game Day routine
•    Post Game Review
•    Providing Feedback – Players/Coaches
•    Choosing a Captain