2PRU Gymnastics Club
Youth Leader Programme
Are you between the ages of 14-16 and passionate about learning how to coach gymnastics? If so, 2PRU Gymnastics Club invites you to apply for our esteemed Youth Leader Programme.
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This comprehensive course, designed by Harrison Prudames and Reuben Prudames, aims to provide youth leaders with a strong theoretical and practical understanding of coaching recreational gymnastics.
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This opportunity serves as an excellent way to build your work profile, enhance your CV, and craft a compelling personal statement for college or university applications. We are also happy to assist youth leaders with their Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme (DofE).
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Additionally, successful completion of this programme will position you to apply for and achieve a recognised Level 1 gymnastics coaching qualification. Outstanding performers during their voluntary hours may also be considered for paid coaching positions at 2PRU Gymnastics Club.
Benefits of The 2PRU Gymnastics Club Youth Leader Programme
Leadership and Role Modelling:
Be a leader and a positive role model for children and fellow coaches, inspiring and guiding them towards excellence.
Problem-Solving and Decision Making:
Develop problem-solving abilities and improve your decision-making skills in a fast-paced gymnastics environment.
Responsibility:
Become responsible for the well-being and progress of gymnasts, fostering their growth and development.
Adaptability:
Learn to adapt activities and routines to meet the diverse needs of gymnasts, fostering inclusivity and support.
Self-Critique and Proactivity:
Critically evaluate your coaching techniques and actively seeking ways to improve and excel.
Enhanced Skills:
Enhance your social, teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills by working alongside our gymnasts, our members and our dedicated team.
Risk Assessment:
Learn to identify, assess & minimise any potential risks and prioritise safety during every gymnastics training sessions.
Confidence and Instructional Coherence:
Boost your confidence and deliver clear instructions, ensuring effective communication with gymnasts.
Time Management:
Efficiently manage your time, balancing your youth leader responsibilities with other commitments.
Idea Sharing:
Engage in a collaborative learning environment, sharing ideas and insights with fellow youth leaders and all members of our team.
Assist A Senior Coach:
All youth leaders will work alongside a senior coach and will be given the opportunity to:
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Learn how to safely set up & adapt gymnastics equipment depending on the needs of the gymnasts in a given session.
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Observe a senior coach delivering a live gymnastics session focusing on certain coaching techniques before having the opportunity to practise their own delivery of a gymnastics class.
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Build an individual and group rapport with all gymnasts, and build strong positive relationships with all members of our club.
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Be provided with a complimentary 2PRU Gymnastics Club Youth Leader uniform, where you can demonstrate responsibility, leadership and ownership of your coaching journey.
52 Week Workbook
The youth leader workbook will include:
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Weekly tasks & activities to complete in regards to the theory elements of gymnastics coaching.
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Key information in regards to different gymnastics coaching topics.
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Allocated space to take notes during/ after your practical tasks.
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A section for senior coaches designed to provide you with positive and constructive feedback on your practical coaching performances.
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Space to self reflect on practical delivery and theoretical application.
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Additional home tasks & activities which will consolidate theoretical and practical learning.
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Preparation areas to plan for upcoming weeks.
Meetings, Workshops & Support:
Opportunity to:
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Develop solid listening skills by hearing fellow coaches communicate and share their innovative ideas at club meetings & coaching seminars.
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Improve confidence and speaking skills as you voice your opinion & ideas as a valued member of the 2PRU Gymnastics Club’s Coaching Team.
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Have 1-1 mentoring to ensure your personal goals are being met during your youth leader journey.
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Create and follow a personal success plan with appropriate support & guidance from a senior coach.
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Regularly receive individual and group feedback on how to succeed as a youth leader.
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Join our community based youth leader coaching forums, where you can ask for guidance, share ideas and offer support to fellow youth leaders.
BECOME A YOUTH LEADER TODAY!
Don't miss the chance to combine your passion for gymnastics with valuable coaching experience. Join us at 2PRU Gymnastics Club's Youth Leader Programme and embark on a rewarding journey of personal and professional growth.
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To apply, please submit your application to join our youth leader program with the form found below.
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We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team of dedicated youth leaders at 2PRU Gymnastics Club.