Coach Education Weekend

Posted: 11 December 2026

We are delighted to offer an exciting coach development opportunity as part of our Annual Development Camp for J16 and J18 athletes, taking place at the sportscotland National Sports Training Centre, Inverclyde, Largs, from 11th-13th December.

As part of our commitment to supporting coaches across Scotland, we are opening the camp to coaches from all Scottish Rowing affiliated clubs who are looking to develop their knowledge, experience and coaching practice. This is a unique opportunity to gain an exclusive insight into the delivery of a national performance programme, observe high-performance coaching in action, and learn from some of the leading practitioners working within rowing and sport in Scotland.

What can coaches expect?

Throughout the weekend, coaches will have opportunities to:

Observe high-performance training sessions with Scotland's leading junior athletes
Take part in both 1:1 and group coach development sessions
Attend workshops covering:
- Clean Sport - Sarah Gandon
- Sports Psychology - Gavin Byrne
- Sports Nutrition - Ailis Robertson
Learn about Strength & Conditioning for J16 and J18 athletes with Brandon McGill
Experience performance-level ergometer, technical and mobility sessions
Hear from Vicky Spencer, GB Rowing Coach
Hear from Josh Matthews, GB U23 World Champion
Network and share ideas with coaches from across the Scottish rowing community

Who is this for?

This opportunity is open to all coaches, at any stage of their coaching journey, from any Scottish Rowing affiliated club.

Whether you're new to coaching or working with athletes regularly, there will be valuable learning opportunities throughout the weekend.

Weekend Schedule

Friday 11 December - Arrival from 7:00pm for Registration, check-in and camp briefing

Saturday 12 December - Workshops and practical sessions from 7:00am to 8:00pm

Sunday 13 December - Workshops and practical sessions from 7:00am to 4:00pm

Booking Options

Full Weekend Pass
£60 per coach

Includes: Two nights' accommodation (shared rooms), All meals & access to all workshops and coach development sessions

Alternative - 1 Day Pass (Saturday or Sunday)
£15 per coach, per day

Reserve Your Place

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To reserve your space, please email adam.martin@scottish-rowing.org.uk.

Deadline for sign ups is Wednesday 25^th November

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