The Next Coach Program began in 2009 and during this time current AFL players have engaged in learning alongside coaches from AFL Clubs, State and community football, as well as Coaches from NRL Clubs, Netball and Gaelic Football.
Approximately 20% of Coaches currently employed at AFL Clubs have completed the Next Coach Program including AFL Senior Coaches Adam Simpson, Simon Goodwin, Ben Rutten and Sam Mitchell.
Program facilitator David Wheadon has developed a curriculum which is practical and engaging, drawing on his experiences under 11 AFL Senior Coaches over 30 years.
Participants are assisted to formulate their own views which leads to stimulating conversations and allows them to create their own coaching philosophy.
David is a true innovator in the game of AFL and considered by many one of the great coach educators in Australia.
To participate in the Next Coach Program you must have:
- A willingness to challenge your own thinking
- A desire to review and discuss coaching concepts
- A genuine interest in developing your understanding of great coaching
CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF THE NEXT COACH PROGRAM
ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COURSE WILL CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA
TO APPLY & UPCOMING COURSE DATES
Please contact Ron Watt (details below) for further information on upcoming course dates and how to apply.
Delivery of the Next Coach Program will be Online or face to
face in Melbourne.
TO RECEIVE THE NEXT COACH CERTIFICATE YOU NEED TO DO THE FOLLOWING
COST
The Cost of the Next Coach Program is $3,000 +GST (payment plans available)
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Ron Watt
AFL Coaches Association – Member Services Manager
ron.watt@aflca.com.au
0418 390 648
David Wheadon
Next Coach Coordinator
0418 524 741