Supporting and developing coaches in High Performance (HP)

Building capability of NSO/D and NIN workforce in supporting and developing high performance coaches.

The AIS has a strong track record of delivering transformative development opportunities for High Performance (HP) coaches and continues to prioritise coach development. A key opportunity as we drive towards LA is to enhance the capability of the NSO/D and NIN workforce to support and develop our HP coaches.

The AIS HP Coach Development Team is hosting a three-day workshop for NSO/D and NIN participants who play a key role in leading and developing HP coaches. This workshop is designed for NSO/D and NIN leaders working with HP coaches, helping them better understand environmental demands and strengthen their ability to support and develop HP coaching talent.

Target audience: NSO/D and NIN employees who are:

• High Performance Directors
• Pathway Managers
• Head Coaches supporting other HP coaches
• Coaches who are intending to work with HP coaches
• Coach Education Managers / Directors

Nomination process:

EOI applications will close on Wednesday 30 July 2025.

When:

Two separate workshops will be held -

• Tuesday 2 - Thursday 4 September 2025 and
• Tuesday 9 - Thursday 11 December 2025

Each workshop will commence at 10:30am on Tuesday and conclude at 3:00pm Thursday.

Where:

Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra

Topics / areas covered:

• The challenge of HP coaching
• Understanding the HP Learning and Development Coaching Landscape
• Insights into effective facilitation
  • Workshops, 1:1 conversations, decision making, supporting coaches in situ
  • Leading and facilitating difficult conversations
• Developing Individual Coach Development Plans (ICDPs)
• Meeting the needs of workforce diversity

Logistics

• Flights and accommodation are at the individual participant's / NSO/D / NIN expense
• Accommodation has been reserved for participants at the AIS Residences
• There is no cost for the 3-day workshop for NSO/D and NIN employees