British Triathlon Swim Bike Run Community Activator

by Stuart Ashmore

Here is a great opportunity to become a British Triathlon Swim, Bike, Run Community Activator at a course on Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 November, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm at Cradley Heath Community Link, 72 High Street, Cradley Heath, B64 5HL.

Pre-requisites and Eligibility Criteria 

  • The course is aimed at those who do not already hold a sports coaching qualification.
  • Minimum age of 14 years.

What will I learn? 

  • What is meant by activation and your role as a Swim, Bike, Run Community Activator.
  • The importance of building relationships and connecting with the people you work with.
  • Different types of communication.
  • What the STEPS model is and how adaptations can be adapted to include everyone.
  • The planning process and what information you will need to consider.
  • What an Activator needs to consider in terms of insurance, first aid and reporting accidents/injuries.

Modules 

  • How to introduce participants with no previous experience of cycling to the cycling environment, developing confidence and being at ease on the bike. .
  • How to plan and facilitate a safe walk/run/ride.

Delivery Method 

  • Face-to-face course with practical elements

Assessment 

There is no formal assessment, however you must complete the whole course.

To book a place please complete the booking form via this link