Cork GAA Coaching and Games Coaching Conference

 

Cork GAA Coaching and Games Coaching Conference is taking place this weekend at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday 21st of January. The conference will be a fantastic opportunity for GAA coaches and players to learn about the latest coaching methods, game strategies, and tactics. We hope everyone attending will take away lots of valuable knowledge and inspiration.

Don’t miss out! There are only 15 spots remaining for the upcoming conference, so register now at www.gaacork.ie if you’re thinking about attending. This event is sure to be popular, so don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

Speakers on the day include Dr. Ed Coughlan, Munster Technological University lecturer who is widely acknowledged as one of the top skills coaches working in elite sports today.

We are delighted to have Dr. Ed Coughlan, Munster Technological University lecturer, join us as a speaker on the day. Dr. Coughlan is an esteemed skills coach and is highly regarded in the elite sports industry. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share, and we look forward to hearing his insights.

Dr. Wesley O’Brien is a Senior Physical Education and Coaching Science Lecturer at University College Cork (UCC). He is highly knowledgeable in his field and is an invaluable member of the School of Education. Dr. O’Brien is currently working on the B.Ed Sports Studies and Physical Education Programme, and his contributions to the programme are invaluable. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge which is helping to make the programme a success.

Our third speaker is Peter Casey is a Games Development Administrator for Clare GAA and has been working as a coach and administrator within the county for over 10 years. Regarded as an expert coach, Peter has a wealth of experience across all age groups and skill levels.

Finally, our third speaker is Peter Casey, a Games Development Administrator for Clare GAA. Peter has been working as a coach and administrator within the county for over 10 years, and his vast experience has earned him the reputation of an expert coach. With his knowledge and expertise, We are excited to have him join us and look forward to his contributions.

Register now to secure your spot!

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Pitch Based Athletic Developement Workshop

On Monday night next, Cork GAA High-Performance Dept led by Aidan O’Connell will host a Pitch based Athletic Development Workshop.

 

 

This workshop is open to all coaches of Youth aged and Adult teams. Both Aidan and Adam McCarthy will lead the workshop. The key areas that the workshop will focus on are warm-up, power, speed and fitness

 

 

Booking is now available below 

 

 

Introduction To Coaching Gaelic Games Courses

The Introduction To Coaching Gaelic Games is the new entry-level course that can be run for coaches from across the Gaelic Games Family. Details of upcoming courses are below

 

COURSE OUTLINE

The Introduction To Coaching Gaelic Games is the new entry-level course that can be run for coaches from across the Gaelic Games Family;- GAA, Ladies Gaelic Football, and Camogie. Once you complete this course you will be eligible to coach in all the above codes. The course is the first Coaching Course on the GAA Coach Education Pathway. No prior coaching experience is required

Aimed at:
The course is aimed at beginner coaches and will enable participants to assist a coach in the organisation of activities to develop Hurling, Camogie, or Ladies’ Football & Gaelic football. The course is 8+ hours in duration and covers 7 key modules, as well as Introductory and Conclusion modules.

Entry Requirements

Course Candidates will be 16 years or over.

Candidates must be Garda vetted and have completed Safeguarding 1 (Child Protection in Sport Awareness programme)

Duration:

8+ Hours

Assessment: No formal Assessment but full attendance is required

PHILOSOPHY

The course will provide coaches with the information and the ability to introduce players to sport in a safe and enjoyable environment.

The course covers 9 key modules, as well as Introductory and Conclusion modules. The 9 modules are:

These 9 modules are: 

  • Introduction to Games
  • The “How to Coach Skills”
  • Being a Coach
  • Movement in Gaelic Games
  • Who are you coaching?
  • Skill Development
  • Games
  • Preparation and Planning
  • Conclusion

The focus of the course is the development of Coaching Skills by placing the participant in situations that they will face as coaches – the organisation of games activities, activities to develop skill, and activities to develop the various movement skills.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Assist a coach in organising a programme of Games and Skill Development activities appropriate to each participant’s needs and abilities
  • Identify the Skills of Hurling,Camogie, and Ladies & Gaelic Football
  • Assist a coach in organising progressive activities (drills and fun games) to develop 5 key skills
  • Assist a coach in organising progressive activities to develop movement skills appropriate to Gaelic games
  • Assist a coach in organising and managing players for an effective practice session
  • Demonstrate the How to Coach Skills – Build Rapport, Observe, Analyse, Explain, Provide Demonstration and Provide Positive Feedback to Players

50 coaches attend nursey Coaching conference

Cork GAA Coaching arm, Rebel Og Coaching, hosted their first of three Coaching conferences on Saturday last.

The nursey conference was first up with over 50 coaches in attendance.

The speakers on the day included former Waterford Senior Hurler and lead Nursey skills coach Brian O’Halloran.

Head of Coach and Player Development in Wexford, Niall Williams, was the second speaker.

Our own Cork GAA GDA, Colm Crowley, was the third speaker on the day.

 

 

The coaches listened to presentations, reviewed examples of coaching at the nursery level, and got involved in practical activities as part of the conference. 

 

The next workshop is on 21st January when Rebel Og Coaching host the ‘Child Coaching Conference’ – more information here 

 

 

Conor Counihan Kicking Skills Workshop takes place

On Saturday last, Conor Counihan hosted his Kicking Skills Workshop in MTU.

The event looked at Free taking, kicking from hands, from the ground, and the key coaching skills on kicking.

Over 70 participants attended the workshop, including club coaches, squad mentors, and players.

Coaches who participated in the workshop included Cork Greats Larry Tompkins, Alan Quirke, Colm O’Neill, Donnacha O’Connor, Paddy Kelly, Stephen Sherlock, and Daniel Goulding.

Below are some photos from the event.