Stratford upon Avon Boat Club proud to host British Rowing’s Coaches’ Level Two course on Sunday

Stratford upon Avon Boat Club hosted the final day of the British Rowing’s Coaches’ Level Two course on Sunday.

The course was run by British Rowing’s Marcus Walker and the extensive four-day course covered topics such as risk management, understanding the assessment process, coaching behaviours, the code of conduct, responsibility, safety requirements, cold water immersion and hypothermia, developing athleticism and the practical application of boat adjustments.

Mark Dewdney, Stratford Boat Club’s head adaptive coach, said: “To have the British Rowing coaches’ course at Stratford is a major benefit and shows their commitment to Stratford Boat Club and the region.

“The emphasis of the course is to teach the participants how to be a coach and ensure the safety of all athletes.”

A total of 10 people took part in the course, including five from the host club.