Training Schools for Coaches
If you have been looking for an opportunity to coach Special Olympics Athletes, start the process by becoming a certified coach. A Training School includes rules updates, organizing an eight week training plan, and best practices in coaching Special Olympics Athletes. Sport Skills Program materials are provided to each participant. Coaches will need to complete at least ten (10) additional hours of training with the athletes in order to be certified.
Powerlifting Training School
July 26, 2008 at Champs Fitness Center in Shamokin Dam. 9 am to 12 pm. Clinician is Brian Crowe. To register contact: Mac McFadden, training coordinator, fmcmac@ptd.net No registration fee. Coaches are responsible for getting their own materials online (rules and coaching guide).
Long Distance Running/Walking Training School
August 10, 2008 in State College. Clinician is Les Loner. 10 am to 3 pm. To register contact: Camp Hill office at 1-800-288-7276 or radams@specialolympcispa.org
Multi-Sport Training Schools
September 6, 2008 at Slippery Rock University
September 14, 2008 at Penn State University
September 20, 2008 at Freedom High School in Bethlehem
Sports: Aquatics, Golf, Floor Hockey, Athletics, Bocce, Tennis, Softball, Basketball, Volleyball, Bowling, Soccer, Long Distance Running/Walking, Roller Skating.
To Register: Contact your local program manager
September 7, 2008 at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Sept 7 Registration Form
Training Schools for Powerlifting, Gymnastics, Equestrian, Speed Skating and Figure Skating will be offered upon request.
Help Wanted: The success of a training school is measured by the quality of instruction. If you are very knowledgeable about your sport including successful experiences as a coach, teacher and presenter please consider volunteering to be a Special Olympics Sport Clinician. Click here for Clinician Application
Any questions, call 1-800-288-7276 or e-mail Training Director, radams@specialolympicspa.org.
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