Participation and Training
Yachting Australia plays a vital role in attracting and nurturing new participants in the sport through a comprehensive National Coaching Program and National Training Schemes. With defined pathways for coaching, instructing, and various boating courses, Yachting Australia offers clear routes into both recreational and competitive sailing. Participants can enhance their skills through structured programs that provide recognition and accreditation, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience on the water. Discover the opportunities that await you in the world of yachting!
Participation and Training
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Participation and Training Chris Kameen
Training New People: The Life Blood of the Sport • What does Yachting Australia offer to new and existing participants entering the sport? • A choice of pathways through… • National Coaching Program • National Training Schemes
Choice of Pathways CommercialCareer Instructor pathway Coaching pathway RYA YA Yachtmaster Student Racing Lifestyle – have fun!
National Coaching Program National Coaching Program 3 levels of Coaching qualification that focus on racing skills: • Club Coach • State Coach • National Coach National Training Schemes
What is Yachting Australia’s role? National Coaching Program • Coach course development • Coach course materials • NCAS Accreditation • Australian Sports Commission • Coach insurance when engaged by an affiliated club or class association National Training Schemes
National Training Schemes National Coaching Program 5 schemes plus shore-based courses • Get into Small Boat Sailing • National Powerboat Scheme • Yacht Cruising Scheme New National Keelboat Scheme • RYA Yachting Australia Yacht Training Scheme • Windsurfing Scheme • Shore-based courses: Safety and Sea Survival, Diesel Engine, Radar National Training Schemes
What is Yachting Australia’s role? National Coaching Program • To manage a consistent structure • Network of inspected training centres • Trained personnel • Professionally developed resources • Examinations and Assessments National Training Schemes • To gain recognition for licencing purposes, & commercial operation and work with Maritime Authorities: • AMSA, NSW Maritime • To provide insurance for instructors • Maintainrecords of qualifications www.yachting.org.au/shop
Coaching or Instructing – What is the difference? Instructing • Engaged by a YATC • Highly structured courses and learning • Recognised National Certificates for students • Focused on learn to sail or drive a powerboat • More costly to manage and administer Coaching • Engaged by a club or class • Structure is flexible • No formal recognition • Focused on developing racing skills • Less costly to manage and administer
Summary Facilitate and encourage safe participation Clear managed pathways: • National Coaching Program • National Training Schemes Choice: • Start of a Career • Competition • Lifestyle