All sports need inspirational individuals who motivate people to take part and stay involved in sporting activity.
The solution is the Activator who could be quite simply anyone - an interested parent, spouse, sibling, an active triathlete, a qualified coach or Technical Official. Activators may take on a variety of roles depending on their environment, ranging from welcoming people, organising activities and leading the activity, such as warm ups and transition games, before handing over to the coach for the technical activities.
Within the North East we have the Community and Open Water Award organised.
- Activator: Community Award - September at Emmanuel College date tbc
- Activator: Open Water Award - Saturday 19th May at Hartlepool Marina (9-5)
Aims of the workshop:
- To empower the Activator to be confident with their roles and responsibilities and feel able to support safe open water swim sessions and events.
- To support individuals and help them understand what makes a safe open water swim venue. How to support the participants, the course with include practical training in spotting, wetsuit fitting, safety briefings and supporting novice athletes as well as learning more about the procedures and process around how the venues operate.
- The Activator feels confident to input and support the development and maintenance of important documentation.
- Develop strong relationships with all parties involved in the venues open water swim sessions.
- Develop a network of activators to seek advice, support one another and share create resources.
Pre-Course Requisites:
- Over 18.
- Must be an associate or full member.
Please be aware that participants do not enter the water during the course.
Please book here.
