Coaching for Impact is a free coaching programme which was introduced by Sport NZ in 2021, aimed at growing a collaborative network of coaches who can influence positive change in youth sport (aligning with Balance is Better). We know coaches play a huge part when it comes to a great sporting experience that helps young people develop, grow a lifelong love of sport and reap the wide-ranging benefits it brings.

Participants on the programme are supported through residential learning camps where they can collaborate with their peers, online workshops with international experts, approved coach developers and personalised development plans.

Key info

• Places available for 90 coaches of secondary-school-aged athletes in a school, club, regional or national organisation
• Completely free for those chosen to be part of the programme
• This cohort will run for 18 months from July 2023 – December 2024
• Operated out of three hubs in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
• Potential applicants must be within two hours travel distance of the hubs as some travel will be required
• For more information on criteria and what the programme includes, click here
• Interested applicants can register via the website
• Application window will be open from 1 May to 12 June 2023

Article added: Friday 05 May 2023