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Professional Development Program Objectives

• Provide general and sport-specific information critical for entry level gymnastics coaches and instructors.
• Offer program components that are cost efficient, flexible, and easy to implement and administer.
• Develop a recognition system to acknowledge participation and program achievements.
• Provide a general program for coaches and instructors of all gymnastics disciplines.

PDP II Coaching Principles Course

The Coaching Principles Course was designed to address the essential elements of successful coaching-from proven coaching techniques to effective risk management. Excellent for both new and experienced coaches, this course combines the practical expertise of veteran coaches with the new, important findings of sport scientists. During this course coaches will learn how to

• keep winning in perspective;
• develop a functional coaching philosophy;
• communicate with and motivate their athletes;
• teach sport skills effectively;
• develop a sound physical training program;
• guide athletes to better nutrition;
• reduce injuries by managing risks better;
• and manage equipment, facilities, schedules, and other team logistics.

The Coaching Principles Course consists of a seven to eight-hour clinic, a self-study of the course text Successful Coaching, and passing the take-home, open book test with a score of 80 percent or higher. A course fee of $295 plus $45 per participant is due to the clinician prior to the course, minimum of six participants required.

PDP Level II Accreditation

Upon successful completion of all five components, the coach is entered into the USA Gymnastics coaching database and receives a certificate acknowledging successful completion of all requirements for PDP Level II Accreditation.

Requirements

PDP Level I Accreditation

• PDP Level I Accreditation is a prerequisite for PDP Level II Accreditation.

USA Gymnastics Professional Membership

Safety Certification

• USA Gymnastics Safety Certification courses are offered nationwide. Course schedules are published in Technique magazine and can be requested from the National Office.

ASEP Coaching Principles Course

• This eight-hour course focuses on information about basic coaching principles. Coaches should provide USA Gymnastics with a photocopy of their ASEP certificate in order to be entered into the USAG database.

Experience Verification Form

• Basic information regarding previous and current coaching experience is obtained through a questionnaire. This requires verification by current or past employers or supervisors and a listing of at least three professional references.

NOTE: Attaining Level II Accreditation is a one-time effort. In order to maintain "active" vs. "inactive" status, the coach must maintain those components which have renewal requirements (membership, safety certification).

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