Introduction
Badminton Wales recognise that coaches and coaching are critical to the future success of our sport. Alongside our programme of coach education, we are delighted to be able to announce a new and exciting initiative designed to provide a unique opportunity for a number of coaches with the ambition and personal characteristics to coach and support the most talented and highest performing players.
The aim of this initiative will be to provide a thought provoking and insightful experience into what it takes to develop the most talented individuals to be able to compete on the world stage. Our goal is to develop skills and understanding to be a high performing coach on a daily basis in a variety of circumstances. These circumstances will include preparing players for major events or leading a team through challenging situations under significant pressure.
Lasting 12 months the successful candidates will have the opportunity to work with and access a diverse range of people who have extensive experience of delivering success at the highest level, whether that be an Olympic athlete, world class coach or a proven and respected leader. This initiative will include practical, individual and group tasks designed to explore diverse ways of working and behaviours that can broaden the possibilities to get the best out of people. As such, it represents significant investment and commitment by Badminton Wales and will demand the same from those selected to take part.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for enthusiastic, open-minded individuals who are ambitious to explore their capabilities, and enhance their ability to connect with and get the best from players who have the potential to perform on the world stage. If you believe you have a background in any of the following, we would be keen to hear from you:
- Currently developing or has developed in the past players who have gone on to compete internationally.
- Is coaching or has coached players at international level.
- A former player who has competed internationally who is ambitious to pursue coaching.
- Delivering within a successful coaching programme and aspires to develop this such that it produces international athletes.
Where someone does not meet the above, we would still be interested to hear from individuals who believe they would fit well within the Initiative.
How do you apply
If you would like to apply, please complete the form below, providing as much information as possible including your experience and motivations to get involved. Please return your completed form no later than the 1 November 2024.
https://forms.office.com/e/g2imGbWSRk
Timeline and process
If successful you will be invited to attend an assessment and interview at the Sport Wales National Centre on an agreed date in November/December ‘24 Following the assessment day those that are successful will be invited to commence this initiative from January 2025
Should you have any questions please contact Graham Hurrell (Head of Performance)
These are exciting times for Badminton Wales, this initiative alongside a number of positive steps we are taking, is aimed at raising standards in coaching and building a sustainable pathway and performance opportunities for current and future generations. Successful individuals will benefit from enhanced skills and awareness, enabling them to be more effective coaches. Additionally, they will become the pathfinders for a nationwide improvement in performance coaching and ambassadors for long-term change In Wales.
The course will be held in high regard by Sport Wales who are keen to support it and see it expanded across other sports.