If you are a parent, teacher or coach, this course is relevant for you.
As you ease your way through this course you’ll become aware of the basic skills, understanding and knowledge needed to help educate others about playing softball.

You’ll feel confident whether you are:
• A parent looking for activities to play with kids at home
• A coach of a school team 
• A coach of a club team

Coaching a sport can be nerve-racking if you are not sure what to do.  By taking this course you’ll realise taking the time learning what to do, is time well spent.
This course will teach you the core skills to provide fun and engaging softball sessions as a beginner coach.

If you’re an experienced coach this course will reinforce best practice and spark ideas for how you can improve your coaching to keep participants engaged.
Through the course you will learn about the resources in this website that are available and how to use them.
Once you have a basic understanding of the game and how to implement activities that teach softball skills, you’ll be well on your way.

Prior to the session you'll need to complete and forward certificates of the following:

Essential Skills Course

Coach's Code of Conduct

Working With Children Check

What you'll need to bring:

• A water bottle
• Clothes/shoes that will allow you to participate comfortably in sporting activities
• Any food you might like to eat during the session
• A glove if you've got one though we'll have spares on the day