Note
Course will run Thursday and Friday evening (6-9pm) and all day Saturday (8:30 to 5:30 with a one-hour lunch) and Sunday (9-1pm).
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In Competition Coaching Introduction (CCI-L2T) coaches develop skills to deliver a well-rounded program for athletes aged 9-12 years old. The emphasis is on skill development within a fun, team-oriented environment that develops a passion for the lifelong health and fitness benefits of cross-country skiing.
On snow workshop: This 16.5-hour in-person workshop is delivered by your Division. Topics include:
team management
supporting athletes at a competition
equipment selection
ski preparation
how to effectively teach intermediate-level ski technique.
CCI (L2T) dryland workshop is a prerequisite.
Practical experience: Coaches compete 40 hours of practical coaching, organize and lead a camp, and lead a team at a regional competition.
Coaches who complete this step will be CCI-L2T Trained.
Evaluation: Complete NCCP Make Ethical Decisions online evaluation and look for the following evaluation criteria and forms in the Document Centre:
Designing a Practice Plan for L2T Athletes
Designing a Seasonal Training Plan for L2T Athletes
Delivering an On-snow Practice Session with L2T Athletes
You will only submit one practice plan, which should be used for the on-snow practice evaluation.