Women’s Artistic – Level 2

Course Description 
Attaining a Women’s Artistic Level 2 certification will enable you to serve as a coach in this particular discipline. This certification will allow you to work independently and assist athletes in developing their skills. Upon achieving Level 2 coach certification, you will gain the ability to independently conduct your own sessions, supervise Level 1 coaches, and, should you desire, establish your own club.

Duration
Our Women’s Artistic Level 2 course is a two-day in-person program. Throughout the course, participants undergo ongoing assessment, with a final exam. In certain cases, attendees may be required to submit videos as a component of their assessment.

Course Cost: £249.00

Pre-Requistes
Course Attendees Must:

• Be at least 16 years old (please note you must be 18 before you are allowed to run a class on your own to be covered under the insurance included with your IGA membership).
• Hold an IGA Level 1 in either Women’s Artistic or Gymnastics for All or alternative prior learning from other courses providers. (This must have been uploaded to your membership profile)
• Hold either Club Coach or Freelance Coach membership

How to book: 

You will be required to book all courses via our members portal. Our registration forms will be required to be completed on booking.

• Roles and Responsibilities of a Level 2 Coach
• Hazards and Risk Assessments
• Accident Reporting
• Safe use of Equipment including safe set ups
• Safeguarding children roles and responsibilities

Fundamentals:

• Development of basic stretching

Floor Skills:

• E-lift to Handstand
• All variations of Handsprings
• Further recap into R/off Flick, including the progression of multiple flicks
• Forward & Backward Somersault
• Free Cartwheel
• Backward roll to front prone and handstand

Vault Skills:

• Recap into further development of the run and take off position
• Straight Front Vault Technique
• Handspring
• Handspring to stand
• Introduction to Yurechenko’s

Bars Skills:

• Recap on refining the development of the correct handstand shape
• Upstarts
• Cast to handstand and upstart handstands
• Clear Hip Circles with emphasis on shaping and technique
• Squat on to catch emphasis on sharing and technique

Polished Bar Skills:

• Understanding the equipment required for safe use of the polished bar
• Trolley Swings and Swings including the development of backward and forward giants

Beam Skills:

• Refining hand and feet positions for beam
• Handstand landing drills
• Forward & Backward Walkovers
• Cartwheel Tuck Back Dismounts
• Front Somersault Dismount

To successfully complete the Level 2 Coaching Course, candidates must meet the following expectations and assessment criteria:

Expectations

• Understanding of the Role:
  Demonstrate a clear understanding of the responsibilities of a Level 2 coach, including the ability to lead sessions independently and manage a club environment effectively.
• Safety and Wellbeing:
  Prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all participants, adhering to safeguarding protocols and creating an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Engagement and Communication:
  Actively engage in discussions, contribute to group tasks, and confidently communicate coaching plans and techniques.
• Technical Skills:
  Display advanced knowledge of techniques and skills appropriate for the course level, supporting gymnasts with confidence and precision.
• Professional Conduct:
  Uphold high standards of professionalism, demonstrating enthusiasm, reliability, and commitment throughout the course.

Assessment Criteria

• Coaching Practice:
  • Confidently support gymnasts through all required skills.
  • Deliver sessions with clarity, ensuring progression and safety.
  • Show the ability to adapt coaching techniques to different gymnasts’ needs.
• Risk Management:
  • Conduct risk assessments for the gym environment.
  • Identify and mitigate safety hazards effectively.
  • Understand and follow accident reporting procedures.
• Session Planning:
  • Create structured session plans that reflect an understanding of progression and safety.
  • Use appropriate warm-ups, skill-building exercises, and cool-downs.
• Leadership:
  • Demonstrate the capability to manage and oversee a group effectively.
  • Provide clear instructions and constructive feedback.
• Knowledge Application:
  • Engage in discussions about coaching scenarios and techniques, showing sound understanding.
  • Answer questions confidently and apply course content to practical situations.

A successful Level 2 coach will leave the course equipped to open and run their own club, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all members.