Cross-Country Ski COACH - Level 4
Lead the future of cross-country skiing
Develop the expertise to coach at the highest level, mentor other coaches and shape the future of the sport.
The Cross-Country Ski Coach (Level 4) qualification is the highest award in the Snowsport England Cross-Country coaching pathway. It equips experienced coaches with the advanced knowledge, technical expertise and leadership skills to coach skiers from beginner through to advanced and expert level.
With this award, you'll be able to lead long-term athlete development programmes, support the development of instructors and coaches, and make a significant contribution to your club and the wider cross-country skiing community.
QUALIFICATION OVERVIEW
Minimum age
18 years-old
Pre-requisites
- Cross-Country Ski Instructor (Level 3) or recognised equivalent
- Demonstrate an expert technical standard in both classic and skate skiing (typically Snowsport England 6* On-Snow Proficiency or equivalent)
- Have significant coaching experience working with cross-country skiers
- Complete the required coaching portfolio.
Course duration
Course duration varies depending on the programme and assessment requirements
Assessment
Assessment includes a combination of:
· Personal skiing assessment.
· Practical coaching assessment.
· Portfolio submission.
· Presentation and professional discussion.
· Ongoing evaluation of coaching knowledge and practice.
Where you can teach
- Cross-country ski clubs
- Regional and national development programmes
- Coach education and mentoring environments
- Prepared tracks and suitable mountain terrain within the remit of the award
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for:
Experienced Level 3 Cross-Country Coaches
Coaches working with advanced and performance-focused skiers
Coaches who want to mentor instructors and other coaches
Individuals looking to lead coach development within clubs and organisations
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
During the course, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to:
Coach skiers from beginner to advanced and expert level
Design, implement and evaluate long-term athlete development programmes
Analyse skiing performance and adapt coaching to individual needsMentor and support the development of instructors and coaches
Lead coaching teams and contribute to coach education
Apply advanced technical, tactical and training principles
Promote safe, inclusive and athlete-centred coaching environments
Contribute to the ongoing development of cross-country skiing within Snowsport England and the wider nordic community
Working towards YOUR LICENCE
To complete your Level 4 qualification, you need to:
Meet all prerequisite requirements
Successfully complete the training and assessment course
Complete the required coaching portfolio and assessment tasks
Hold current Snowsport England membership
Additional requirements for licensing include: valid First Aid, safeguarding training and DBS check.
Already qualified elsewhere? If you hold an equivalent qualification from another country or awarding body, you may be eligible for recognition. Head to our Equivalency page to find out more.
