Good coaching is vital to ensure that those participating in sport have a rewarding experience. Coaching and teaching sessions should be fun, safe, engaging and appropriate for the age and ability of the person or performer if they are to achieve their potential.

Poor, outdated coaching and teaching practice is a contributing factor for those who drop out of sport and physical activity, especially those young people who receive a negative experience.

Providing the right environment with opportunities for participants to flourish and develop is key to assisting individuals achieve their potential, whether that be socially and for fun or as an elite competitor.

It is important to recognise that every child or performer is different and requires a bespoke approach if they are to be engaged and retained in sport for life, regardless of their ability.

Isle of Man Sport is committed to supporting the improvement and development of coaching as set out in objective seven the Isle of Man Strategy for Sport 2014-2024.

This section of the website provides information and coaching resources for coaches, clubs and governing bodies.

Should you need to speak to anyone regarding coaching development please do not hesitate to contact the Sports Liaison Officer on 651572 or via email.

Coaches Forum

You can register to join our Isle of Man Sport Coach Network Facebook page.

Alternatively, should you wish to be added to a mailing list to be contacted regarding anything related to coaching or coach development, please send an email to sportsliaison@gov.im with your full name and contact details.

Coaching Courses & Workshops

Isle of Man Sport offer a variety of training and education opportunities, including the below workshops. 

Life Support 3 (First Aid)

Dates 

• 12 January 2026
• 19 January 2026
• 10 March 2026
• 13 May 2026
• 14 September 2026
• 23 October 2026

Time

6pm to 9.30pm

Venue

Sports Development Office Training Room

Provider

RLSS

 Book a place on the Life Support 3 (First Aid) Course

 

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Safeguarding and Protecting Children

Dates 

• 13 January 2026
• 16 January 2026
• 22 April 2026
• 12 October 2026

Time

6pm to 9.30pm

Venue

Sports Development Office Training Room

Provider

UK Coaching

 Book a place on the Safeguarding and Protecting Children course