The following courses are offered as part of the Track & Field Academy’s curriculum. For more information on the Academy, including future course offerings, the Academy’s programs and course catalog, visit the Track & Field Academy’s website.
IMPORTANT: The registration and payment processes for the Track & Field Academy courses at the USTFCCCA Convention are separate from the Convention registration and payment processes.
Costs listed below reflect early registration rates. Rates increase 10 days prior to the course. See each course’s information page for the late registration rates.
201. T&F Technical Certification
Dec. 17 (9am – 8pm) & Dec. 18 (8am – 1pm) | $135*
Instructors:
Tommy Badon
A certification granting course covering training design and technical instruction in a variety of Track & Field event areas. Topics include training components, training design, technical instruction and teaching progressions in the 100, 200, 400, 800, 1500/1600, 3K/3200, 5K, 10K, 100/110h, 300/400h, Glide SP, DT, JT, LJ, TJ, HJ, PV, 4×100, 4×200, 4×400.
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* Increases to $155 10 days prior to the course
202. T&F Program Management Certification
Dec. 13 (8am – 2pm) | $85*
Instructors:
Brian Bancroft
Jack Sands
A certification granting course covering all non-technical aspects of Track & Field coaching. Topics include ethics, roster management, budget, finance, equipment, academic monitoring, entries, eligibility, meet management
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* Increases to $100 10 days prior to the course
310. Strength & Conditioning Coach Certification
Dec. 17 (8am – 10pm) & Dec. 18 (8am – 4pm) | $245
Instructor:
Boo Schexnayder
Carrie Lane
Kyle Pierce
A detailed course covering all aspects of strength training, and other key athletic qualities. Successful completion of the course and its evaluations grants the Track & Field Academy’s Strength & Conditioning Certification. This course is open to anyone, and credit received for successfully completing the course is applicable to the Master’s Endorsement Program.
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408. Sports Science for Speed/Power Events
Dec. 12 (2pm – 9pm) & Dec. 13 (8am – 1pm) | $135*
Instructors:
Boo Schexnayder
A 12 hour course covering applicative science for sprint, hurdle, jump, and throw training programs. Topics include motor learning, speed/power physiology, biomechanics, musculoskeletal function, and growth and development.
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* Increases to $155 10 days prior to the course
409. Sports Science for Distance Events
Dec. 12 (2pm – 9pm) & Dec. 13 (8am – 1pm) | $135*
Instructor:
Scott Christensen
A 12 hour course covering applicative science for middle distance, distance, racewalking, and cross country training programs. Topics include several physiology related issues, biomechanics, and growth and development.
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* Increases to $155 10 days prior to the course
Master’s Endorsement Courses
503. Master’s Endorsement in the Hurdles
Dec. 12 (1pm – 9pm) & Dec. 13 (8am – 4pm) | $225
Instructors:
Dennis Shaver
Tommy Badon
A high level endorsement granting course that covers the coaching and preparation of hurdlers at all levels. Topics include athlete management, training design and administration, competition management, technical issues and instruction, and sports sciences related to the 55H, 60H, 100H, 110H, 300H, and 400H. (15 Hours) Mentorship requirement attached.
Prerequisites to take the Course: Courses 302, and three of the following: 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408. Prerequisites for Certification: 6 Years formal Coaching Experience, Courses 302, 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408.
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505. Master’s Endorsement – High Jump
Dec. 12 (1pm – 9pm) & Dec. 13 (8am – 4pm) | $225
Instructors:
Ed Jacoby
James Thomas
Todd Lane
A high level endorsement granting course that covers the coaching and preparation of high jumpers at all levels. Topics include athlete management, training design and administration, competition management, technical issues and instruction, and sports sciences related to the High Jump. (15 Hours) Mentorship requirement attached.
Prerequisites to take the Course: Courses 303, and three of the following: 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408. Prerequisites for Certification: 6 Years formal Coaching Experience, Courses 303, 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408.
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507. Master’s Endorsement – Hammer
Dec. 12 (1pm – 9pm) & Dec. 13 (8am – 4pm) | $225
Instructor:
Don Babbitt (Georgia)
A high level endorsement granting course that covers the coaching and preparation of hammer throwers at all levels. Topics include athlete management, training design and administration, competition management, technical issues and instruction, and sports sciences related to the Hammer Throw. (15 Hours) Mentorship requirement attached.
Prerequisites to take the Course: Courses 304, and three of the following: 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408. Prerequisites for Certification: 6 Years formal Coaching Experience, Courses 304, 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 408.
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511. Master’s Endorsement – Distance Events
Dec. 17 (8am – 8pm) & Dec. 14 (8am – 12pm) | $225
Instructors:
Scott Christensen
George Watts
A high level endorsement granting course that covers the coaching and preparation of distance runners at all levels. Topics include athlete management, training design and administration, competition management, technical issues and instruction, and sports sciences related to the 3000m, 3000m Steeplechase, 3200m, 5000m, and 10000m. (15 Hours) Mentorship requirement attached.
Prerequisites to take the Course: Courses 305, and three of the following: 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 409. Prerequisites for Certification: 6 Years formal Coaching Experience, Courses 305, 401, 403, 405, 406, 407 or 310, 409.
