Coaching qualifications available at Blanchardstown IT

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Accredited GAA related courses at NADA headquarters


The National Athlete Development Academy (NADA) in conjunction with the Department of Business at the Institute of Technology Blanchardstown (ITB) and the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), in particular the Dublin County Board of the GAA, have been working together to develop two Special Purpose Awards in sport.

The awards are as follows:

• Certificate in Athlete / Player Development for Youth Coaches
• Certificate in Conditioning for Gaelic Games

Both these courses will be conducted in NADA's recently opened facility in Rosemount Business Park in Blanchardstown and carry 15 ECTS credit Special Purpose Awards at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications.



Certificate in Athlete / Player Development for Youth Coaches

The main driver for this programme was a request by the Dublin County Board of the GAA for a recognised coach development programme for games development officers and club coaches in the Dublin area. However, it is suitable for coaches from all sports.
NADA are leaders in the area of long term athlete and player development in Ireland and have worked with ITB in developing this innovative course.
The course is directed initially towards underage coaches, mentors, sports/games development officers and physical education teachers who have prior experiential knowledge in athlete and player development coaching.
The programme will present an opportunity for participants to develop a theoretical, practical, and academic foundation in the area of athlete/ player development.

Course Aims
This course aims to develop the learner's skills and expertise in areas such as:
• Athlete/Player Development (AD/PD) Theory and Concepts
• Coaching Styles for AD/PD with Young Athletes
• Roles and Responsibilities of the Youth Coach
• Sport Science Concepts for Youth Coaches
• Assessment/Correction of Functional Movement Skills
• Practical Application of AD/PD with Young Athletes


Certificate in Conditioning for Gaelic Games

The course is directed initially towards mentors interested in improving their ability to
develop appropriate conditioning programs for adult teams.
It will focus on the theoretical and practical aspects of conditioning for Gaelic Games and presumes no prior knowledge of science or physiology.
Applicants must be a current member of a GAA club and have an interest in working with adult teams.

Course Aims
This course aims to develop the learner's skills and expertise in areas such as:
• The Physical Demands of Gaelic Games
• Conditioning for Gaelic Games
• Functional Performance in Field Sports
• Training Principles and Planning
• Power and Strength Training
• Speed Development
• Nutrition
• Athlete Profiling/Fitness Testing




For further details about these courses, please contact either:

Mairead Kennedy on Mairead@nada.ie or tel. 087-9301354

Aileen Connolly on aileen@dublingaa.ie  or tel. 01 805 8205

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Train like a professional, with the professionals.


The National Athlete Development Academy (NADA) is pleased to announce a special two-day workshop at their Blanchardstown headquarters for young athletes and players between the ages of 11 and 18.

The workshop has been designed to give the opportunity for all participants to "Train like a pro" over the two days.

During the sessions, the young athletes and players will be advised on a wide range of athlete testing, training and preparation techniques by NADA's highly qualified and experienced staff.

Topics covered will include testing the power and strength of the young athletes / players taking part; creating the athlete's personal scorecards; learning about developing their speed strength and power; being advised on good practice for lifestyle, recovery and regeneration; as well as getting the opportunity to attend training and running mechanics workshops.

The course will provide a brilliant insight into the work that sports scientist do with their athletes /players, as well as helping young athletes to understand more about what they need to be doing in order to be the best they can be.

The event will take place at NADA's excellent new venue at Unit 11, Rosemount Business Park, Dublin 15 and the cost of the two day workshop is €50 per person.

The workshop takes place between 9.45 and 3pm on Tuesday October 30th and Wednesday October 31st.

To register email Mairead on Mairead@nada.ie, call her on 087 9301354 or register on-line at http://nada.ie/academy

The team at NADA look forward to seeing you on October 30th.