TRAINING + DEVELOPMENT REPORT
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raining and Development at South of Perth Yacht Club is led by the head coach Denis Jones and training coordinator Caitlin Elks in collaboration with the strategic direction and support from the T & D committee and the Club as a whole. The objectives are primarily about retention and growth and the mechanisms rely on three key components: 1) Structure – Which includes fleet and training plans; operating capability; and a schedule of time and resources to support the program – (Enabler) 2) Process and Driving Mechanisms – A training program that includes multiple steps that build on each other and push learning boundaries; coach coordination, recruitment and continual development is critical to the success; operational and procedural issues (Enabler) 3) Participation – This includes staff, sailors, coaches, parents, volunteers, committees and members all sharing and participating in a vision to support and grow retention and enthusiasm (Driver)
Getting the components all functioning well will deliver outstanding performance in terms of growth, retention, performance, loyalty and enjoyment. During the summer period in 2021/22 we delivered training to 605 members or course participants. • Junior and youth training to 120 sailors (New and existing members) • Keelboat training in a variety of forms for 144 sailors (Existing members) • Conducting training and courses for 197 participants (New sailors or cross skilling members) • School Group participation for 144 students (Exposure to potential sailors) • Additional race and regatta support 2022/23 Plans As a process of improvement, we are continually monitoring and reviewing key areas such as: • Participation • Performance • Growth • Issues registered and resolved • Opportunities to pursue • Advertising and promotion With a commitment to positive and strength-based management in the mechanisms in place and support in this area from members will allow growth to flourish. It’s an exciting time to be involved with our sport which has SoPYC poised for great potential in 2022 and beyond. ~ Denis Jones, Head Coach
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SOUNDINGS | Dec 2021 ~April 2022
