Coaching Courses

INTRODUCTION

A heartfelt thank you extends to our valued clubs, dedicated volunteers, and our team who play pivotal roles in coaching and nurturing both novice and seasoned players. Bowls, a remarkably accessible sport, is often regarded as “easy to play, hard to master,” presenting us with an incredible chance to connect with a diverse audience while providing enriching developmental opportunities.

Recognising the vital role coaching plays in every bowler’s journey, we are steadfast in our commitment to bolstering clubs and coaches, ensuring an unparalleled experience for all involved.

If you have a passion for development or an interest in coaching, we encourage you to reach out to
Bowls Auckland Coach Developer, Les Eagleton at [email protected]

 

FRAMEWORK

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COACHING COURSES

Bowls New Zealand coach development framework offers the following courses:
All bowls coaches must complete the following courses to begin their coaching journey and earn their Bowls New Zealand Accreditation. 

 

Bowls New Zealand Foundation Coach

Target Player: Beginners, social, school-aged.
Duration: One Day

Foundation coaches can come from anywhere, it’s not about who they are but whether they understand and care about the development of people and offering them an enjoyable experience that will make them want to come back for more.

 

Bowls New Zealand Development Coach Course

Target Player: Intermediate to advanced bowlers at club and centre level
Duration: Two days (Foundation Course day one, Development day two)

The Development coach will facilitate higher-level skill development, decision-making, and goal-setting in the sports context. This course will take you to the next level, giving you a deeper understanding of the coach approach. The focus is on coaching principles and sport-specific knowledge to equip coaches with challenging and enjoyable training opportunities for developing players.

 

Bowls New Zealand Development Coach Update/Re-accreditation Course

Target Player: Intermediate to advanced bowlers at club, centre and national levels.
Duration: One Day 

If you have a Development Coach accreditation and still actively coaching after two years, then it’s time to refresh by attending this course and keeping your accreditation active. Other evidence of coaching development courses can be used in place of this course.

For more information see – Become a Coach

 

BECOME A COACH

2025 COACHING COURSES 

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Foundation Course
Coaching Level: Beginners, Social players, Corporates, Rangatahi (youth)

Role: Support first-time bowlers, corporates, school groups, and social players by making the game fun and engaging.

Who can become a Foundation Coach: Club members & volunteers (looking after Twilight/Socials/Corporate events), Junior players (4+ years), looking to introduce new players to bowls.

  • One day: Saturday 3 May 2025
  • Time: 9am to 4pm
  • Cost: $50
  • Location: Bowls Auckland office

Development Course
Coaching Level: Club players and progressing to Centre level.

Role: Develop club players and those advancing to representative or national competition. Focus on skills, technique, and player growth.

Who can become a Development Coach: Club Foundation Coaches looking to advance, seasoned players (10+ years experience), and representative players who want to nurture the next generation of bowlers while growing their skillset.

  • Two days: Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 May 2025
  • Time: 9am to 4pm
  • Cost: $100
  • Location: Bowls Auckland office

Update/Reaccreditation Course

  • One day: Sunday 4 May 2025
  • Cost: $30
  • Purpose: Ensure accredited coaches stay up to date with the latest coaching methods and player development strategies.

To register for the courses – 

If you are having trouble sending the application form, please drop it off at the Bowls Auckland office.

 

COACH DEVELOPMENT 

Bowls Auckland Coach Development and Network Evenings

Bowls Auckland offers monthly coach development and networking workshops on the first Wednesday, between 6pm – 8pm.

Our coach developers drive these sessions with content inspired by our coaches to further enhance and develop their skills as coaches.
Plus provide an opportunity to network, and share stories and experiences.
Each month offers a different and exciting topic and during summer will include on green coachwork while in winter will focus more on the theory side of coaching.

Our next session is:
Date – Wednesday 4 September
Location – Bowls Auckland Office
Time – 6:00 pm