At Ice Hockey SA, we value the development of our coaches, and integration of individuals who wish to become a coach. Throughout all IHSA sanctioned leagues, each team must have an accredited coach on their bench for the game.
All IHSA Coaching Courses align with IHA, and are associated with the Australian Sports Commission. We endeavour to facilitate a Level I Coaching Course twice per year - once before the Winter season and once before the Summer season.
Coaching progressions within IHA include national coaching roles such as State Teams, IHA National Development Camps, Australian Representative Teams and opportunities to travel to coaching summits around the world.
Coaching Courses
Level I
The Level I course is an introduction to coaching all ages, including communication, reporting, planning, child safety, conduct and hockey specific modules. This course is aimed at people who wish to begin coaching and is valid for two years. If your accreditation is due to expire, please contact your club president or league coordinator for details on how to extend your qualification.
Level II
This course has a pre-requisite of holding a Level I, and actively coaching for one year. This course is aimed at our coaches who are interested in extending their knowledge and experience as a coach. Additional topics such as biomechanics, goaltending and further structure of a hockey season are added to the Level I modules to complete the curriculum for the Level II course.
If you’d like to receive more information on upcoming courses, development opportunities, or have a suggestion for great coaching development please email the Coaching Director at coachingdirector@icehockeysa.com.au.
For more information on the IHA National Coaching Accreditation & Compliance Scheme (NCACS) click HERE.
Need to report an Injury? If you are injured while playing or training in sanctioned activities, it is important that you follow the steps below. Especially if you take any time out from the activity (even a few minutes to recover). Access information here.
