Camán Get a Grip Coaching Course
“The Camogie Association through its strategic plan is committed to the
development and promotion of camogie at all levels. This introductory level course is
the first step on our coach education ladder and is an excellent opportunity to learn
the basic coaching principles of our wonderful game"
Mary O Connor – Director of Camogie Development
Caman Get a Grip Course Overview
The course is aimed at coaches/parents who are starting coaching for the first time
or who have been coaching for a while but do not have any qualification. You do not
need to be able to play Camogie to coach it well. You must be over 16 years of age to
do this course. On completion of this Coaching Ireland certified course you will be
qualified to coach Camogie to girls up to the age of 10 years.
“For me enthusiasm is the electricity of coaching.
Every course I attend either as a participant or a tutor leaves me invigorated and
empowered, I always learn something new through the sharing of ideas and
experiences and can’t wait to get back to training to try them out.”
Fiona O Driscoll –member of National Coaching Committee and former Cork Senior
Camogie Coach
Modules on the course include:
Role of the Coach
Correct Hurley Length and Grips
Skill Development
Basic Fundamental Movements
Planning a Session
Mini Games
Course Duration
The course will last for approximately 8-10 hours run over two days (most likely
Saturdays).
Course Venue
A large sports hall, pitch and large room (theory) are needed to run this course.
Course Co-Ordintator
Each County Board must appoint a course co-ordinator who liaises with the coaching
committee secretary and tutors to ensure the course is run smoothly.
Participant Numbers
Maximum number of participants per course is 24.
Minimum number of participants 12
Camán Get a Grip Coaching Course
Participant Requirements
Participants will need pen and paper for the theory sessions, tracksuits, trainers and
hurley for the practical session.
Booking Procedures
Please fill in a course booking form and return to the address on the form. Courses
are granted on a first come first served basis. Please give a number of preference
dates so that if your first preference date is booked, your second can be looked at in
terms of availability.
Cost
24 participants @ €30 each
12 participants @ €30 each