Clubs, coaches and volunteers
Sport would not, could not, happen without the often unseen efforts of coaches, volunteers and club officials. Sport at the University of Bristol is no different with a range of employed and volunteer coaches, student volunteers running clubs and sports leaders volunteering in the community.
Getting involved in sport as a leader, coach, volunteer, referee or club official offers great opportunities for gaining new skills, getting recognised qualifications and enhancing your personal and professional development (build that CV!). It is also a great way to ensure a lifelong involvement in your sport and help others gain the enjoyment from your sport that you have.
Programme details:
- Club development - supports the administration of student sports clubs, providing guidance, support and a structure in which clubs can develop their activities
- JUICE – a coach education programme delivered in partnership with the University of the West of England, providing access to coaching courses and learning opportunities locally
- JUICE – a coach education programme delivered in partnership with the University of the West of England, providing access to coaching courses and learning opportunities locally
- Coach development programme – provides support, financial and otherwise, for university students to gain coaching and officiating qualifications and immediately put them to good use.
- Community Sport Volunteer Scheme – offers students and staff the chance to gain sports leadership qualifications and practical experience leading activities in the community, as well as getting involved in a range of community events such as the Bristol Festival of School Sport
Leadership through Sport
The experience gained by students in sport can stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives. Many gain experience beyond playing, which itself has the virtue of encouraging fitness, health, sportsmanship, team awareness etc. Other benefits arise from the opportunities to coach, referee, administer and captain.