NCCP Instruction Beginner – CanSkate

Entry Pre-Requisites:

1. Must have passed all three Preliminary STARSkate tests;
2. Must have passed at least one Jr. Bronze STARSkate test and;
3. Must be at least 16 years of age

Requirements for CanSkate Coach “In-training”:

1. Attend the 3-day CanSkate course; that now includes Introduction to Competition Part A: Make Ethical Decisions and Planning a Practice modules and;
2. Hold a valid First Aid certificate (every three years)

Requirements for CanSkate Coach “Trained” Status:

1. Complete the CanSkate assignment successfully;

At this point, once candidates have achieved the “CanSkate trained” status within the NCCP Instruction-Beginner context and have registered as a CanSkate Coach for two consecutive years, they are now required to become “Certified” as a CanSkate Coach by completing the following requirements – effective September 1, 2009:

Requirements for CanSkate Coach “Certified” Status:

1. Mentorship Program – this criteria includes Parts A & B:

• Observe three CanSkate sessions with a Mentor Coach (Part A)
• Complete the observation notes section of the observation (Part A)
• Complete the observation diary pages (Part A)
• Develop a CanSkate group lesson plan and relevant Emergency Action Plan (EAP) (Part B)
• Teach the group lesson plan in front of your Mentor Coach (Part B)

2. Take the on-line evaluation for Make Ethical Decisions – this criteria includes: Following the training of this module at the CanSkate course, coaches must log on to www.coach.ca and take the on-line evaluation of this module to receive credit for the NCCP outcome – Make Ethical Decision

3. Outline a CanSkate session – this criteria includes: Create a 45 or 60 minute CanSkate session detailing information on the 4 main parts; warm-up, group lesson, group activities and cool-down

Coach Title:

• CanSkate Coach (trained) ;
• Certified CanSkate Coach ;

STEPS TO BECOMING CERTIFIED AT LEVEL 1

Theory + Technical + Practical = Level 1 Certification

THEORY

Attend a Level 1 Theory Course (may attend any time but before completing the practical component)

Course content: Planning, Role of the Coach, Sport Safety, Development of Skills, Growth and Development, Analysis of Skill, Physical Preparation
Course Length: 2 days
Age: 16+
Cost:?

TECHNICAL

1. Must have passed the Preliminary Free Skate, Dance, Skating Skills tests plus one Junior Bronze test
2. Attend a Level 1 Phase 1 Course – CanSkate Course content: Pre-course worksheet, On-ice skating assessment, small group interviews, professional coaching ethics, communication, teaching & learning, basic technique, sport system, music, CanSkate, evaluated on presentation (dress, punctuality, attitude, technical knowledge, communication skills) – Must complete the Phase 1 CanSkate Assignment successfully.
   Course length: 3 days
   Age: 16+
   Cost:?
3. Complete a Level 1 Phase 2 Home Study – Introduction to Figure Skating Workbook content: practical observation with an evaluator/judge, practical observation with a mentor coach, exercises on the STARSkate program, business of coaching, ethical coaching, and communication –* A mentor coach at Level 1 Phase 2 is anyone certified at Level 1 with at least 5 five years of coaching experience.
4. Complete an approved First Aid course (may attend any time but before beginning the practical component)
   Course length: 1-3 days
   Age: 16+
   Cost:?
5. Must have passed the Junior Bronze Free Skate, Dance, and Skating Skills tests
6. Attend a Level 1 Phase 3 Course – Figure Skating Course content: Preliminary & junior bronze skating skills, free skate and dance (performance standards), rules, skill analysis, interpretive skating, pair skating, synchronized skating, music & choreography, ethics, HR management, physical preparation, talent id, interviews, mentoring session, practice teaching, review/follow-up of home study, written test
   Course length: 3 days
   Age: 16 +
   Cost:

PRACTICAL

1. Must have completed the Level 1 Technical and Theory components, be first aid certified and be a registered Skate Canada professional coaching member
2. Complete 50 hours of coaching (minimum of 40 hours on-ice) at a Skate Canada member club.
3. Submit three 15-minute video lessons at the primary STARSkate level. Must select three different lessons from of the following eight (8) categories: Jump, Spin, Stroking, Skating Skills, Interpretive, Dance, Synchronized, Pairs
4. Complete and submit the Practical Coaching Record to your Section Course Administrator.

* All practical requirements must be completed, submitted, and marked (as necessary) within two years from the date of completion of the full Level 1 Technical – Phases 1, 2, and 3.LEVEL 1 CERTIFIED!!