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“Nadeem is an exceptionally skilled and experienced trainer with an intimate understanding of The Pitchmark Group. With his extensive knowledge and expertise, Nadeem proves to be an invaluable asset in providing high-quality training. His years of experience in the field make him a proficient guide, ensuring our team receives the best possible training to excel […]

CPD Coaching Conference 2012: programme

8.30am – 9.30am Registration and networking
9.30am – 10am Welcome to the SMART Way Forward CPD Coaching Conference and Bisham Abbey
Nadeem Shaikh, Managing Director, SMART Way Forward
10.00am – 10.40am Keynote: The importance of coaching and training for Olympic success
Bryan Steel, Olympian, British Cycling
10.45am – 11.45am Choice of SMART CPD Coaching workshops: 

A – Delivering constructive feedback in sport
Dr Matt Long, Endurance coach, athletics

B – Advertising, marketing and promotion for your sports club (inc social media: using Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook)
Ian Wakefield, Sport Nottinghamshire CSP / former Business Development Manager, Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA)
11.45am – 12.00pm SMART time, refreshment break and networking
12.00pm – 1.00pm Choice of SMART CPD Coaching workshops: 

A – The importance of coaching and volunteering in sport
Lloyd Conaway, Director, Team Beds and Luton, with Nadeem Shaikh, Managing Director, SMART Way Forward

B – Mentoring and gaining valuable coaching experience
Jenny Harris, Coach Mentor, England Athletics
1.00pm – 2.00pm SMART energising, lunch and networking
2.00pm – 3.00pm Choice of SMART CPD Coaching workshops: 

A – Effective communication skills for sports coaches
Nadeem Shaikh, Managing Director, SMART Way Forward

B – HR requirements for the sport, leisure, health and fitness industry
Donna Obstfeld, Director, DOHR Limited
3.00pm – 3.15pm SMART time, refreshment break and networking
3.15pm – 4.15pm Choice of SMART CPD Coaching workshops: 

A – The basics of coaching effectively by recognising learning styles and NLP
Annie Page, Director, Essentii

B – Effective personal management for sports coaches
Bryan Steel, Olympian, British Cycling
4.15pm – 4.35pm SMART summary and close
Nadeem Shaikh, Managing Director, SMART Way Forward

 

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