ASCA CERTIFICATION COURSES
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The well-known and respected ASCA Certification courses have been revamped and updated!
Get the latest knowledge and most relevant content!
Even if you have completed ASCA Levels 2 through 5, you will want to go back and refresh your education and expand your coaching support community at the same time.
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Level 2 – The Stroke School- $115
Tuesday, September 3, 1-6pm
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The ASCA Level 2 School was created 100% by internationally renowned swimming technique analyst Russell Mark. The course in which he offers state of the art video of world class athletes, is designed to help coaches achieve a professional knowledge base for teaching effective technique and proper mechanics, while simultaneously reinforcing healthy progressions for athlete development. This course breaks down every important aspect of the stroke into fine detail and gives coaches some basic ideas for progressions that can be easily built on. If you have taken Level 2 before with another teacher, we guarantee this version with Russell is worth repeating.
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Level 3 – Physiology School- $115
Wednesday, September 4, 9am-3pm
Taught by Dave Salo (Irvine Novaquatics), Mike Murray (Victor Swim Club) and Mohamed Abdelaal (Razorback Aquatic Club Aquahogs)
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"A rudimentary understanding of physiology empowers coaches to create windows of opportunity for their athletes to be successful, learn about the process of high-performance, and encourages them to take an active, educated role in their pursuit for improvement." -- Jon Urbanchek
This course delivers a working, general knowledge of physiology as it applies to the sport of swimming. Participants learn to implement science into their training plan, including how to develop training cycles, seasonal planning, periodization, as well as the significance of rest, recovery, nutrition, and tapering. Throughout the course coaches are exposed to a variety of physiological models, including examples from Jon Urbanchek, Dave Salo, and Jan Prins. To achieve ASCA Level 3 Certification, coaches must pass this course, and submit proof of Experience and Achievement requirements for this certification.
Level 4 – Leadership School- $115
Wednesday, September 4, 9am-3pm
The American Swimming Coaches Association provides leadership by supporting, inspiring, and advocating for coaches.
Whether you are a new coach or an experienced coach, this school is one of the most important. LEADERSHIP is the art of motivating a group of people to act towards achieving a common goal. A coach leader influences the attitudes and behavior of their athletes, staff and parents.
How will this class help you?
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You will be able to formulate and implement effective leadership skills and strategies.
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It will help you identify and improve your leadership style.
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You will develop your communication skills, mastering the art of negotiation, influence, and conflict management.
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You will learn how to effectively connect to people.
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You will learn about the sport's governing bodies and the importance of getting involved.
To achieve ASCA Level 4 Certification, coaches must pass this course, and submit proof of Experience and Achievement requirements for this certification.
Level 5 – Administration School- $115
Wednesday, September 4, 9am-3pm
Taught by Chad Onken (Quest Swimming)
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Coaches have various employment situations, and this course offers accessible, applicable content that can be immediately put into practice no matter what type of business or organization. Items such as, but not limited to, budgeting, human resources, staff training, and how to engage a social media audience will be covered. To achieve ASCA Level 4 Certification, coaches must submit other requirements required for this level.
