Online Resources

We've brought together a variety of recordings from our Masterclassess & Workshops, as well as useful links and information about other resources you can make the most of to support your personal and professional development.

CVA Masterclasses/ Workshops

Below you can find links to some of our recent workshops we've delivered and recorded virtually:

Coaching Masterclasses & Workshops

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Coaching Masterclass on Participation & Recreation - My Lifestyle

In this masterclass, participation coach expert, David Boddy talks through the delivery of coaching at the activation level and how to improve a session with a specific focus on My Lifestyle
Practical tips for delivering racket sports to large numbers. David Boddy, 16/02/21.

Coaching Masterclass on Participation & Recreation - Racket Sport focus

In this masterclass, participation coach expert, David Boddy talks through the delivery of coaching at the activation level and how to improve a session with a specific focus on Racket Sport delivery
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Brilliant Basics Series: Person Centred Coaching - Part 1

This workshops focus on coach delivery particularly for Athletic Union coaches and how best to coach when considering the person in front of you
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Brilliant Basics Series: Empowering Coaching - Part 2

This workshops focus on coach delivery particularly for Athletic Union coaches and how best to coach when the coach empowers their athletes to support independent decisions and confidence
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Brilliant Basics Series: Organised Coaching; Session, Phased and Season Planning - Part 3

This workshops focus on coach delivery particularly for Athletic Union coaches and how to plan your coaching sessions periodically
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Brilliant Basics Series: Positive Coaching - Part 4

This workshops focus on coach delivery particularly for Athletic Union coaches and how to make your coaching style focus more on the positives on a session rather than the negatives
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Brilliant Basics Series: Learning - Part 5

This workshops focus on coach delivery particularly for Athletic Union coaches and how to learn from the athletes as a coach by receiving feedback

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Coaching in Schools CPD - Primary focus

In this masterclass, schools P.E expert, Pete Forster talks through the delivery of coaching at Primary school level and how best to engage students.

Creating a positive primary PE experience for every child

Coaching in Schools CPD - Primary focus - Part 2

In this masterclass, schools P.E expert, Pete Forster talks through the delivery of coaching at Primary school level and how best to engage students as in his part 2
Creating a high quality secondary PE experience for every young person!

Coaching in Schools CPD - Secondary focus - Part 2

In this masterclass, schools P.E expert, Pete Forster talks through the delivery of coaching at Secondary school level and how best to engage students - part 2
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How to get into coaching - Part 1

Q & A session with Tony Hadley (Head of Coaching at Loughborough University) & Dan McGinn (Head coach for Squash)
The Transition from Player to Coach

Player to Coach transition - Part 2

Q & A session with Olivia Murphy (Head of performance support and ex- England Netball player) & Sara Bayman (Head coach for Netball)
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Coaching within different environments - Part 3

Q & A session with Natalia Marshall (Coaching, Officiating & Outreach Manager), Cath Harvey (Sports Volunteering & Employability Manager) & Alexander Themis (Coaching & Officiating Officer)
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Coaching within Para sport - Part 4

Q & A session with Nik Diaper (Head of Para Sport), Joe McDonnell (Athletics Para coach) & Gareth McNarry (Assistant Performance Swimming Coach and Para-Swimming Lead
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Utilising support services to maximise your coaching - Part 5

Q & A session with Mark Jarram (Head coach for Basketball) & Andy Rhys-Jones (Head of Performance Analysis)
Athletics Union

AU Coaches Evening - Part 1

Launch of the AU Coaches evening where coaches are invited to share best practice and knowledge and talk to each other in an effort to create the ‘Loughborough Coaching Family’

Media, Marketing & Communications Masterclassess/ Workshops

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Video Production Masterclass

Alumni and freelance producer, Adam Dismore, draws on his experience working with brands such as Porsche, Mazda and Okaley to help you develop your knowledge of the video production industry, and understanding of basic editing techniques and principles for interviewing.
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Social Media in Sport

Delivered by Loughborough Sport's, Jess Northfield, this masterclass on Social Media in Sport aims to help develop your knowledge and understanding of the use of social media within sport organisations, as well as exploring some examples of best practice in the industry.
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Sports Reporting Workshop

Delivered by Sport Marketing & Commincations Officer Jess Northfield, this workshop aims to develop your understanding of sports reporting, and identify some basic principles involved in writing of sports-related articles, including live reporting and match reports.
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Social Media Content Re-cyling

Loughborough Sport's Marketing & Commercial Activation Coordinator, Livi Arnold, draws on her experience as AU Media rep and current role managing Loughborough Sport's social media channels to share some top tips and ideas to get you thinking creatively about your content.
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Sport & Entertainment Content Creation Masterclass

Delivered by producer Charlie Copsey and video and documentary producer Jack Tompkins, this masterclass gives you an insight into the world of content creation in sport and entertainment.
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Presenting, interviewing and mobile journalism with BBC's Ben Croucher

This Masterclass is packed full of tips and advice including: how to interview, sports presenting tips, mobile journalism, maximising your current experience/ opportunities, and tips for getting into the industry.
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Athlete Recruitment: Marketing Your Club/ Programme

Loughborough Sport's Athlete Recruitment and Talent Manager, Liam Jefferson, delivers a workshop sharing what he does within in role at the university and provides insights on what you should consider when marketing your club or programme to attract athletes.

External resources

There are lots of opportunities out there to support your personal and professional development online. Here's a few great places to get you started:

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning

There are over 5000 video tutorials available to you through LinkedIn learning. Available to all students and staff; Loughborough University has purchased a subscription from LinkedIn Learning which provides material to enhance your digital skills and personal development.
HM Government. The Skills Toolkit. New free online learning platform to boost workplace skills. Boost your skills while staying at home at:gov.uk/theskillstoolkit

Skills Toolkit

Digital skills can be anything from using social media and staying safe online to coding, programming or digital marketing. Grab this opportunity to build up your existing skill set and discover new talents. Explore a range of free online courses today.
OpenLearn

Open Learn

OpenLearn is a free learning platform delivered by The Open University containing hundreds of short courses where you have the opportunity to earn a digital badge for your participation, and articles, programmes and videos to build your personal knowledge.
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The Aim Group

The AIM Group specialise in finding training and employment opportunities for those who want to reach their full potential. AIM Group work with a range of employers and training providers, allowing them to bring amazing opportunities to your fingertips!