Sports/ Dance Leader Course

Sports Leader/Dance Leader Course

Sports Leadership is a course, offered to S4-6 students who have a genuine interest in physical activity and are keen to go one further learning how to coach at primary schools.

Gaining a Sports Leaders UK award or qualification can be a life changing experience. This course provides S4/6 pupils with the opportunity to develop the 4 capacities and gain an idea of their own worth, their personal skills and potential.

Summary of the Sports Leader and Dance Leader Course

· Nationally recognised qualification which complements the delivery of other programmes of study such as Key Stage 4 National Curriculum in Physical Education.

· A fun and practical course that focuses on leading rather than technical ability in sport/dance.

· Develops generic leadership skills that will be vital in other areas of life.

· Increased self-confidence that comes through taking responsibility for own and others learning and enjoyment.

· Developing their confidence and self-esteem.

· Provides a stepping stone on the pathway to lifelong volunteering.

· Potential stepping stone into employment, further education or training.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must have – an interest in sport, a commitment to physical activity, a willingness to work as a member of a team and in supporting others through sport.