Young people invited to apply for sports coaching programme

Chance for Year 11s to gain 'hands-on experience and professional qualifications'

Young people on the Island with a passion for sport and leadership are being encouraged to apply for a structured coaching programme delivered by Manx Sport and Recreation.

The award offers 24 Year 11 students the chance to gain hands-on experience, professional qualifications, and the opportunity to interview for paid coaching roles on completion.

It's an eight-month programme that begins with a training week at the National Sports Centre on 14 July, before participants go on to complete a range of workshops and gain certification in areas including first aid and safeguarding.

Participants must also complete two days of mentored coaching over the summer, followed by a minimum of 28 hours of voluntary coaching in schools, sports clubs, or MSR programmes from September.

The programme costs £200, with places allocated on a first come, first served basis.