Purpose and Overview of the Course:
• Increase numbers of coaches at grassroots level
• Develop basic knowledge and skills for coaching table tennis
• Collaboration project to achieve mutual benefits by creating “Active Schools & Communities”
• Part of the Female Leadership FEMpowerment Programme (WIS only)
Suitable Candidates: (You do not need to have a background in playing table tennis)
• Multi-Sport Coaches & Sports Development Officers
• Teachers (primary and secondary school)
• Pupils Age 15 or over; Transition Year Pupils (South of Ireland)
• Volunteers & Community/Youth Leaders
Course Duration:
• 3 hours
Course Content:
Module 1: Introduction of the Course
Module 2: Health and Safety
Module 3: Developing Grip
Module 4: Bat/Ball Skills and Hand Eye Coordination
Module 5: Table Tennis Ready Position and Basic Footwork
Module 6: Introduction to 2 Strokes (Forehand Drive and Backhand Drive)
Module 7: Basic Table Tennis Rules and Regulations
Module 8: Competition Ideas
Outcomes and Benefit of the Course:
• Each candidate will receive a Teacher’s Award Certificate when course is completed
• Ready to deliver School/Community Table Tennis Programmes
• Receive all benefits as a member of TTI
• Develop links between the school/group and their local Table Tennis Club(s) which offers a pathway for those who wish to keep playing table tennis regularly
Refund Policy: Less than 48 hours before the event 50% refund, less than 24 hours 0% refund
