Galway S&C Course 2023

This course has been developed in order to give coaches an opportunity to gain greater knowledge in the area of physical fitness, or as it has become more commonly known in recent years as strength and conditioning. It allows coaches to increase their understanding of the many aspects associated with strength and conditioning and to be able to safely and correctly implement programs designed from the Connacht GAA Strength and Conditioning staff. A follow on course which is in the process of being developed will allow coaches to develop and safely implement programs. 
 
All the theoretical learning is provided on-line through a specially designed interactive SCORM used through the GAA e-learning website. This is allowing us to make the most of the coaches’ time and moving away from the traditional gathering to watch a tutor give presentations. The theory side of the course can be done through the GAA e-learning portal at any stage over the designated period of time which can accommodate coach’s personal schedules. For the practical side of the course the coaches come together for practical’s on the various modules and group led discussion. Once the process has been completed the coach must demonstrate competency in the areas covered during the practical sessions. 

Modules include: 
1.    Demands of Gaelic Games (Football and Hurling) 
2.    Basic Science Theory of Gaelic Games 
3.    Fitness Testing and Functional Assessment 
4.    Warm Up and The Recovery Process 
5.    Conditioning for Gaelic Games 
6.    Supervision of a Body Weight Resistance Training Program