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Coaches Training Center
Athletes aren't the only ones who train at Special Olympics
Colorado! Volunteer coaches spend time honing their
skills and learning new ways to improve the experience
for the SOCO athlete. That’s why we emphasize training
and certification for our coaches.
Information for coaches about upcoming Area and State events are available on the Become a Coach page.
Description of the trainings SOCO offers:
General Orientation
Introduction to Special Olympics for volunteers and coaches new to SOCO
- 2-hour Classroom Session
- Special Olympics Mission/Philosophy
- Organizational History and Structure
- Athlete Eligibility
- Special Olympics Sports Rules
- Administrative Duties of the Coach
Skills Course - Specific to your Sport
Basic Sports Skills and Strategies
- Practice Plans
- Fundamental Skills Development
- Competition/Game Understanding
- Application of Special Olympics Philosophy
- 2 – 8-hour Sports Session
- 10-hour Practicum
Principles of Coaching Course
Expanding the Sport Sciences
- 6-hour Classroom Session
- Application of Coaching Philosophy
- Planning and Administration
- Sport Psychology
- Physical Preparation and Nutrition
Tactics Course
Sport Strategies and Tactics
- 6-8-hour Sports Session
- 10-hour Practicum
- Advanced Training Principles
- In-depth Skill Development
- Competition Tactics and Strategies
- Enhancing Athlete Performance
Unified Sports® Course
Overview of Unified Sports®
- 2-hour Classroom Session
- Unified Sports® Philosophy
- Overview of Events
- Role of the Coach
- Partner Responsibilities
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