Originally Posted by NZLcyclist
Hi guys,
Just looking for some input as to how I want to go about this.
I am in the second year of my Diploma in sport and recreation this year, and I though that it would be beneficial both as a sport science student and as a cyclist to do some amature level coaching in the local schools. (13 - 18).
I plan on writing a LETTER to the school's Sports co-ordinators, and offer my service as a coach for individual cyclists (incorporating road, tri, MTB etc) on a beginners level (my knowledge is not good enough for an age group racer) and also teams if they have enough athletes to make one.
Do you guys have anything to say that might be worth writing in my letter or anything else?
Regards,
Brendon
Try
http://www.bikenz.org.nz/Article.aspx?ID=20978. I would
strongly advise qualifying as a cycling specific coach in addition to your sports science diploma. You will automatically be checked against police/govt database for a clear criminal record with special reference to child abuse. The school will then have no trouble in approving you, should they accept your offer.
Your existing course will no doubt provide you with an excellent background in the physiological and psychological aspects of sport and you may well be knowledgeable about cycling, but running structured cycle coaching sessions requires specialised knowledge about planning and evaluating which the course would give you.
It will also give you useful contacts for advice and possible "customers" for your services.
Good luck