The Impact of Sports Coach Apprenticeships
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by Laura Rudland coaching
The return of sport has been eagerly anticipated by so many of us over the last 12 months and has been welcomed with open arms as the lockdown restrictions have gradually eased. Speaking to local clubs has shown just how important sport is in so many people’s lives for both their physical and mental health.
Returning to sport hasn’t been without its challenges for clubs. The additional hours of planning and risk assessments alongside the ever-changing guidance can seem like a daunting task. Understandably there is also a level of anxiety some participants feel about returning to training and competition following months of very little social contact.
UK Coaching found in their latest research that the pandemic has impacted the nation’s mental well-being, with nearly 9 in 10 coaches (87%) concerned about the poor mental and physical health of participants. Additionally, nearly half of all coaches (47%) said one of the biggest challenges currently facing them is motivating people to return to sport and physical activity.
We spoke to the following 3 clubs from Bristol to hear about their experience of return to sport post lockdown.
The vital work that coaches deliver is being understood and appreciated more than ever, with over two thirds (69%) of the nation believing it is important for society to value the role that coaches and instructors play in keeping local communities active.
As the restrictions continue to ease hopefully more people will feel confident to return or start a new sport. If you or any of your participants are feeling anxious about returning to sport you can visit the following websites for advice on how to make people feel comfortable about the return to sport and physical activity:
For information and support about return to play including guidance for documentation prior to re starting visit our webpage here.
Sport England have put together: Five simple ways you can help people return to sport and physical activity specifically for those anxious to return following the pandemic.
Learn more about the clubs we spoke to by visiting their websites:
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