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Session 1 – Racewalking: A Practical Coaching Course for Coaches
For: All race walking coaches with a current Level 1 or Level 2 coaching qualification.
Why attend: This is the first course designed to show qualified coaches how to coach race walking. It focuses on both technical and practical aspects, including:
• Mastering correct technique
• Implementing drills to refine mechanics
• Addressing common technical faults
• Understanding biomechanics to improve performance and prevent injury
• Planning training programs tailored to athletes' needs and goals
Completion is a lead-in to the Level 3 coaching course and contributes credits to the Level 3 Performance Coaching Accreditation.
Facilitator: Mark Donahoo
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm | Cost: $50 | Location: AIS
Session 1a – Racewalking: A Practical Coaching Course for Aspiring Coaches
Link: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/vrwc/events/360499
Any aspiring coaches can attend the second half of the course so they can get important tips on race walk coaching and good technique. You still need to register via the VRWC portal, and those attending only the second half of the session, from 11.00am onwards, will not receive learning credits for attending.
Secondly, RWA will provide a full refund to everyone who attends the course - either the full version or the shortened version. Those who have already registered will also be entitled to the refund. Think of it as a refundable deposit.
For: All race walking aspiring coaches who are not a registered coach but either currently coach or hope to coach racewalkers in the future.
Why attend: This course is designed to focuses on both technical and practical aspects, including:
• Mastering correct technique
• Implementing drills to refine mechanics
• Addressing common technical faults
Facilitator: Mark Donahoo
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm | Cost: $25 | Location: AIS
Session 2 – Race Walking Judging Seminar
For: New or existing judges. No pre-assumed knowledge required.
Why attend: Learn the rules of race walking and what is expected of a race walking judge.
Facilitators: Zoe Eastwood-Bryson & Kirsten Crocker
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Cost: $5 | Location: AIS
Session 3 – Coaching Masterclass
David Beacroft, a highly experienced coach from NSW, will conduct two race walking clinics on 6th June 2026. These sessions are expected to be very popular – register early!
Clinic A – Master the Basics
For: Athletes aged 9+ who are new to race walking or want help with basic technique.
Time: 2:00pm – 2:45pm | Cost: $5
Clinic B – Race Walking Masterclass
For: Experienced race walkers looking to refine their technique for high performance.
Time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm | Cost: $15 | Location: AIS