Club Coach Award
Develop your basketball coaching in a club environment and work towards coaching independently.
Learn with Basketball England
Sport Structures works in partnership with Basketball England to deliver approved Club Coach courses that are accessible to the general public on demand.
If a course is not currently available, register your interest so we can notify you when new course opportunities arise.
Develop the skills of a club coach
This is the standard level of coaching qualification for all club coaches at local level. The award gives a general overview of all aspects of basketball, and a basic introduction to sports coaching. Learners can expect to cover the following:
Roles and responsibilities of the coach
The coaching process (plan, do, review)
Individual fundamentals
Team fundamentals
Developing team play
Sports science
Moments of the Game (Offence and Defence)
For coaches already working in a club
This course is specifically for individuals who have experience of coaching and are operating in a club environment.
Progression opportunities
Successful achievement of this course allows learners to coach independently. This can lead to paid or voluntary roles in the club environment. It can also lead to further learning or training in the area of coaching basketball and/or other related areas.
Learner eligibility
You must meet the following requirements. The alternative entry route is explained below.
Age
Be at least 18 years of age
Identification
Be appropriately identified
Previous award
Hold an Introduction to Coaching (prev. Level 1) Basketball Award**
Playing experience
Have experience of playing basketball at local / regional / national or international level
Coaching experience
Be able to evidence delivering basketball coaching sessions over the past twelve months
Club support
Have access to a minimum of a Level 2 basketball coach in their club environment.
Communication
Be able to communicate effectively in English (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing).
Equipment and learning needs
Have access to a laptop/tablet, good Wi-Fi and microphone to participate in virtual classroom sessions. Any special learning requirements must be made clear at the registration process
Alternative entry route without the Level 1 award
**If learners do not hold a Basketball England Introduction to Coaching (prev. Level 1) Award but meet the remaining eligibility criteria identified above, they can be accepted onto the course. A witness statement must be obtained by a coach in their club to confirm their experience of delivering basketball coaching sessions over the past 12 months. Details of this should submitted upon registration of the learner details. For questions, please email education@sportstructures.com.
Your learning pathway
The course is delivered through a blended learning approach.
Complete e-Learning
e-Learning via the Basketball England e-platform
Join five virtual classrooms
Session 1: The Principles of Great Coaching Delivery (1.5 hours).
Sessions 2 and 3: The Coaching Process (2 hours each).
Sessions 4 and 5: Moments of the Game (2 hours each).
Attend two tutored sessions
2 face-to-face tutored sessions at a regional venue, facilitated by a Basketball England tutor.
Coach in your club
Complete 4 linked and progressive coaching sessions in a club environment, supported by a mentor.
Evaluate and assess risk
Evaluate your performance for each session using the coaching session evaluation document. Produce evidence of a risk assessment for your sessions using the session risk assessment document.
Complete practical assessment
Practical assessment takes place in your club environment with an approved Basketball England assessor. Assessor expenses will be covered up to a 50 mile round trip.
All pre-course information and e-Learning access is provided during the week prior to the course start date.
Demonstrate your coaching in practice
To achieve the Basketball England level 2 award, learners are required to attend all virtual classroom sessions along with the practical day and have assessed evidence of:
Written and online tasks
Completing written and online tasks
Online knowledge test
Completing an online test associated with the content covered on course
Four progressive sessions
Planning, delivering and evaluating a minimum of 4 linked and progressive coaching sessions away from the course (each session lasting a minimum of 45 minutes in duration)
Observed coaching session
Planning, delivering and evaluating a 45 minute coaching session in the club environment, observed by a Basketball England assessor.
Progression opportunities
This course can lead to further learning or training in the area of coaching basketball and/or other related areas. Learners may wish to consider the 1st4Sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball.
Basketball England Member Discount
If you’re a Basketball England Licensed Member, you will have access to a permanent discount code for 10% off courses as part of your member benefits package. Please contact courses@basketballengland.co.uk and they will provide you with the discount code to use at checkout when entering your booking details.
If you’re not a Basketball England Member, you can purchase a licence now to access your 10% off discount code or sign up for FREE and keep an eye out for special offers on courses. Course discounts are just one of the benefits members receive, so click here to join Basketball England today.
Course Fees
Per person
Per person
Payment plans are available to support individuals to pay for this course. If you decide to go ahead with a payment plan, please pay 50% of the course fee below to secure your place and we will then contact you to arrange the next payment.
If you wish to pay in full, you will find an option to pay 100% of the course fee below.
Please read our terms and conditions before booking.
Would you like further information?
Please email us at education@sportstructures.com.
Find a course that works for you
Bristol
Practical days: Saturday 6th February 9am-4pm and Sunday 14th February 9am-4pm
Venue: St Bede’s Catholic College, Long Cross, BS11 0SU
Virtual classroom sessions
- Monday 1st February 6.00-8.00pm
- Friday 5th February 6.30-8.30pm
- Monday 8th February 6.00-8.00pm
- Friday 12th February 6.30-8.30pm
- Monday 15th February 6.00-8.00pm
Booking closes: Sunday 31st January.
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Practical days: Saturday 6th March 11am-5:30pm and Sunday 7th March 10am-5:30pm
Venue: St Michael's Catholic College, Barnet, N12 7NJ
Virtual classroom sessions
- Tuesday 2nd March 7:00-9:00pm
- Wedesday 3rd March 7:00-9:00pm
- Thurday 4th March 7:00-9:00pm
- Tuesday 9th March 7:00-9:00pm
- Wednesday 10th March 7:00-9:00pm
Booking closes: Monday 1st March.
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Practical days: Saturday 17th April 10am-5pm and Sunday 18th April 10am-5pm
Venue: Doug Ellis Sports Centre, Perry Barr, B42 2SY
Virtual classroom sessions
- Monday 12th April 6:00-8:00pm
- Wednesday 14th April 6:00-8:00pm
- Thursday 15th April 6:00-8:00pmm
- Wednesday 21st April 6:00-8:00pm
- Thursday 22nd April 6:00-8:00pm
Booking closes: Sunday 11th April.
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Practical days: Saturday 5th June 10am-5pm and Sunday 6th June 10am-5pm
Venue: Moulton College, John Ashby Sports Hall, Pitsford Road, NN3 7SX
Virtual classroom sessions
- TBC
Booking closes: Sunday 30th April.
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