Why Invest in Coach Development?

The most successful coaches know that coaching is about more than technical knowledge.

Every training, game, team meeting, and sideline conversation is an opportunity to influence, support, and develop people.

Strong communication skills help coaches:

✓ Build trust with athletes and parents

✓ Deliver feedback that drives improvement

✓ Navigate difficult conversations with confidence

✓ Create positive team cultures

✓ Improve athlete engagement and retention

✓ Lead more effectively on and off the field

WORKSHOP SERIES

1. Communication Styles for Coaches

Learn how different people communicate and how to adapt your approach to connect more effectively with athletes, parents, officials, and fellow coaches.

2. Skillful Conversations for Coaches

Develop practical tools for handling difficult discussions, managing expectations, and having conversations that strengthen relationships and performance.

3. Giving Athlete-Centred Feedback

Learn how to provide feedback that athletes can understand, apply, and use to improve while maintaining trust and motivation.

WORKSHOP FORMAT

✓ Live online workshops

✓ 90 minutes per session

✓ Interactive discussions and breakout activities

✓ Suitable for all sporting codes

✓ Suitable for all coaching levels

✓ Recording provided after each session

✓ Limited to 20 participants

Delivered by Jimmy Sinclair


15+ years' experience in leadership development and coach education, supporting coaches from grassroots sport through to high-performance environments, including Canterbury Rugby and the Black Ferns programme.

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