Time to network sessions

Time to network sessions foster collaboration in sport and physical activity by bringing the professional workforce (paid staff supporting clubs, groups and community organisations) together to discuss topics, share best practice, and problem-solve, in a supportive, facilitated environment.

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Developing and coaching others

Course description

Explore how to develop and coach the people around you. Delegates will share experiences, dissect best practices, and develop strategies for coaching and developing people in the sports and physical activity community.

What will you achieve?

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

Develop and implement strategies to develop and coach others to take away to use in your setting.
Explore best practice in developing and coaching others.

This might be the course for you if…

You work in a professional setting and are interested in developing and coaching others.
You want to understand what others are doing regarding developing and coaching others.

How much does it cost to attend?

The cost of this course is free.

Who can attend? (Requirements)

People that attend this course should:

be a professional member of staff that works in sport and physical activity. For example, working for a National Governing Body or a charity (list not exhaustive).
be at least 16 years of age.
be able to communicate effectively in English.

When registering, we ask that delegates consent to the Delegate Agreement, which can be found at the link below.

Time to network – Developing and coaching others (13 February 2024, 10-11am)

Tackling inequalities

Course description

Identify how to create meaningful change in tackling inequalities within sports and physical. Engage in discussions on prioritising organisations and share insights into effective practices, fostering a commitment to an equitable and inclusive sports and physical activity environment.

What will you achieve?

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

Understand how to prioritise your club / community organisation in tackling inequalities.
Understand the tools that can support you to tackle inequalities in your role.
Collaborate and share best practice examples.

This might be the course for you if…

You work in a professional setting and are interested in tackling inequalities.
You want to understand what others are doing regarding tackling inequalities and want to share best practice.

How much does it cost to attend?

The cost of this course is free.

Who can attend? (Requirements)

People that attend this course should:

be a professional member of staff that works in sport and physical activity. For example, working for a National Governing Body or a charity (list not exhaustive).
be at least 16 years of age.
be able to communicate effectively in English.

When registering, we ask that delegates consent to the Delegate Agreement, which can be found at the link below.

Time to network – Tackling inequalities (28 February 2024, 10-11am)

Including everyone

Course description

Investigate the necessity of inclusivity within clubs and community organisations. Exchange ideas on crafting policies that promote inclusivity, sharing approaches that resonate with diverse communities. Discuss both successes and challenges in creating an environment where everyone feels valued and included.

What will you achieve?

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

Discuss what inclusive practice look like for your organisation.
Discuss both successes and challenges when having inclusive conversations.
Collaborate and share best practice examples.

This might be the course for you if…

You work in a professional setting and it its part of your role to have conversation around inclusive practice.
You want to understand what others are doing regarding inclusive practice and share best practice.

How much does it cost to attend?

The cost of this course is free.

Who can attend? (Requirements)

People that attend this course should:

be a professional member of staff that works in sport and physical activity. For example, working for a National Governing Body or a charity (list not exhaustive).
be at least 16 years of age.
be able to communicate effectively in English.

When registering, we ask that delegates consent to the Delegate Agreement, which can be found at the link below.

Time to network – Including everyone (13 March 2024, 10-11am)

Engaging community organisations

Course description

Discuss the process of forming partnerships beyond traditional sports sectors. Participants will share experiences in connecting with other sectors, exploring successful relationship-building tactics, and addressing challenges. Discuss strategies for how engage community organisation and sectors for mutual benefit and growth.

What will you achieve?

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

Develop and implement ways of developing partnerships with community organisations.
Explore successful relationship building techniques.
Collaborate and share best practice examples.

This might be the course for you if…

You work in a professional setting and want to improve your relationship building outside of traditional clubs.
You want to understand what others are doing regarding relationship building and share best practice.

How much does it cost to attend?

The cost of this course is free.

Who can attend? (Requirements)

People that attend this course should:

be a professional member of staff that works in sport and physical activity. For example, working for a National Governing Body or a charity (list not exhaustive).
be at least 16 years of age.
be able to communicate effectively in English.

When registering, we ask that delegates consent to the Delegate Agreement, which can be found at the link below.

Time to network – Engaging Community Organisations (27 March 2024, 10-11am)

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