The Coaching Commission, in co-operation with the Off Road, are organising coaching courses for mountain bikers wishing to become certified Cycling Ireland coaches.

The course, open to all Cycling Ireland members, will be a combined Foundation Level and Level One course. It is to take place on the weekend of 24/25/26 April in the Dublin / Wicklow area. It is a three day course, classroom sessions on Friday evening 7:30 – 9:00 and all day Saturday. Practical session on the bike in Ballinastoe Woods for the Sunday, there is an XC NPS on the Sunday in Ballanastoe, all training will be finished before the race start.

It is aimed primarily at both individuals currently involved in coaching at a club level, especially where underage riders are involved, and those interested in progressing on and becoming qualified to coach at a higher level.

The cost of the course, which has been subsidised, will be €80 and will cover meals, teas / coffees etc. There are limited numbers so anyone who is interested in attending or would like more information on the qualifications should e-mail  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Further courses will be provided in other locations depending on demand.

It is recommended that people whishing to attend this course would also attend a child protection course and a recognised first aid course. Please see the attached notice for details of upcoming child protection courses. If there is the demand among applicants we can look into running a rec first aid course.

The Off Road Commission

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Child Protection Training

Introduction

A Central goal for all those involved in sport for young people is to provide a safe, positive and nurturing environment where children can develop and enhance their physical and social skills. Promoting a child-centred environment should go hand in hand with identifying and eliminating practices that impact negatively on a young person's safe and enjoyable participation is sport.

The welfare and protection of young people is the concern of all adults at all times,irrespective of their role within the organisation. Each club and organisation must accept this as part of their responsibility and duty to care for young people. The prevention and detection of child abuse depends on the collaborative effort of everyone concerned. In order to achieve this, the Irish Sports Council is rolling out a 4 hour training module (normally in 2 X 2 hour Blocks) for leaders within sports clubs through the local Sports Partnerships. Kildare Sports Partnership has offered Cycling Ireland members some places on their next modules which will be held on the 20th April and 27th April and 11th May and 18th May all in Naas Parish Centre from 7.30 - 9.30

If you would like a place on this course please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  and I will reserve a place for you with Kildare Sports Partnership (KSP)