Wheelchair Football Coach Training
About the Training
Football applies a wide range of physical activities and skills, not all of which are simple to learn, teach or perform. This is especially true for athletes with disabilities playing in a wheelchair. Aligning skills in a progression with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) make them easier to grasp. In this training, attendees with learn more about the sport of wheelchair football and be provided an overview of the USA Wheelchair Football League Athlete Development Model. Using the KPIs of football will help coaches provide the best experience for their athletes. Trainees will also put what they’ve learned into practice through hands-on drills and supervised student instruction time.
All trainings have been CE Pre-Approved by NCTRC for 7.5 hours of content.
Who Should Attend?:
This training is appropriate for anyone looking to learn more about coaching the sport of wheelchair football. A previous knowledge of football and general terminology will be helpful to make the most out of the training.
Priority will be given to attendees affiliated with Move United Member Organizations, VA employees and those who provide adaptive sports opportunities for free to veterans with disabilities.
What To Expect?:
Each training is 1.5 days
Day 1:
AM – Classrooms session will focus on safety protocols, key football skills and how to plan for a successful season, practice and offseason.
PM – Hands on session focusing on skills and drills and teaching them in a progression that’s appropriate for athletes in your program.
Day 2:
AM – Trainees will get to put into practice what they’ve learned in Day 1 by putting on a learn-to-play clinic with athletes.
Cost?:
This training is free of charge to Move United Member Organization trainees, VA Staff and others who provide adaptive sports opportunities free of charge to veterans.
Limited travel scholarships may be available to attendees traveling from more than 90 miles away from the training site. Please contact kstott@moveunitedsport.org to inquire about whether you might qualify.
This program was funded in part by a grant from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
2022 Locations
Move United is proud to host three coach trainings in 2022 to help grow the sport of wheelchair football. As we continue to monitor the ongoing effects of Covid-19, please note that restrictions and policies may be in place for attendance, including proof of vaccination or providing a negative test upon arrival. More information will be provided as registration opens for each site.
April 29-30, 2022 in Tampa, FL
Hosted by Hillsborough County Adaptive Sports
This Training is Currently Full
June 11-12, 2022 in Lacrosse, WI
Hosted by Sports, Therapeutic and Adaptive Recreation (STAR) Association
This Training is Currently Full
July 9-10, 2022 in Salt Lake City, UT
Hosted by Salt Lake City Parks & Recreation
This Training is Currently Full