NENSA’s Coaches Education Philosophy
The NENSA education curriculum offers coaches an opportunity to expand their knowledge and develop tools to improve their coaching skills. Training for ski racing and coaching racers are educational processes. Educated coaches have more tools to enable their athletes to reach the highest possible level in their racing careers. Coaches education also gives youth leaders the opportunity learn best practices that aid in proper development of young athletes whether they go on to race or not.
NENSA works within the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Coaches Education Program. These programs are in the process of being rebuilt with new content and formats.
The most up-to-date information for U.S. Ski & Snowboard L100 requirements is here.
Current L100 and L200 coaches are grandfathered but encouraged to seek out continuing education, such as attending a technique clinic or participating in training camps.
The new U.S. Ski & Snowboard L200 is close to being unveiled with in-person requirements typically offered at our Fall Coaches Symposium and taught by U.S. Ski & Snowboard staff.
As of July 2021 NENSA has begun certifying Coach Developers from each New England state and we are in the midst of scheduling in person certification events. You can reach out to NENSA to contact these individuals directly to schedule a practicum for your club.
Current Coach Developers: Alex Jospe, Kait Miller, Adam Terko – Vermont, Cate Brams – Massachusetts, Justin Fereshetian – Maine, Jason Hettenbaugh – New York, Kathy Maddock – New Hampshire
NENSA Coaches Education Calendar:
Oct 2 & 3, 2021 – Lake Placid, NY – NENSA Fall Coaches Symposium including US Ski & Snowboard L100&L200 instruction.
MA – NENSA Regional Coaches Clinic – US Ski & Snowboard L100. TBD
ME – NENSA Regional Coaches Clinic – US Ski & Snowboard L100. TBD
NH – NENSA Regional Coaches Clinic – US Ski & Snowboard L100. TBD
VT – NENSA Regional Coaches Clinic – US Ski & Snowboard L100. TBD
2019 Coaches Education Participants
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 100 CERTIFICATION
This certification is aimed at coaches who have experience coaching at the club, middle school, high school, junior, or senior level, and are interested in furthering their education. The certification process is a collaborative effort between the U.S. Ski & Snowboard and NENSA and uses the U.S. Ski & Snowboard certification levels that tie in with requirements necessary to apply for Junior National Coaching positions and U.S. Ski Team coaching staff positions on international trips.
U.S. Ski & Snowboard L100 Certification includes:
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- NENSA & U.S. Ski & Snowboard coaches memberships are required
- Must purchase L100 Manual from US Ski & Snowboard
- Must pass the L100 online exam.
- Must have current CPR/First Aid certification (update CPR/First Aid every two years)
- Must attend an L100 Practicum including assessment of demonstrated movements
- Must pass criminal background check with US Ski & Snowboard
- Must take the SafeSport online curriculum (full course every two years and refresher every other year)
U.S. Ski & Snowboard L200 Certification:
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- NENSA & U.S. Ski & Snowboard coaches memberships are required
- Must have current L100 certification before taking L200
- Must attend and complete Level 200 Certification training (two days)
- Must purchase L200 manual from U.S. Ski & Snowboard (included in cost of training)
- Must pass a 100-question online exam done during the training (open book), as well as turn in a completed 4 season training log/plan to the L200 instructor
- Continuing education required to maintain active status
U.S. Ski & Snowboard L300 Certification (coming soon):
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- NENSA & U.S. Ski & Snowboard coaches memberships are required
- Must be a Certified L200 coach
- Required coaching experience at NCAA’s, Junior Nationals, J1(U18) or Junior World /U23 trips.
- Teach NENSA Regional certification clinics or US Ski & Snowboard L100 clinics
If you are interested in becoming a clinic instructor at any level, contact Justin Beckwith at [email protected]