The Sports Coaching and Leadership Programme is open to students in Years 10-13 and provides them with practical skills and confidence to coach, officiate, or lead within their chosen sporting code.
What To Expect
Hands-on learning: Develop a strong understanding of coaching strategies, team management, and game leadership.
Skill-building: Strengthen communication, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
Mentorship: Receive guidance throughout the season to support your growth as a coach, official, and leader.
Community connections: Engage with opportunities at HVHS and within the wider New Zealand sporting community.
Benefits of Joining
Skill Development: Gain practical coaching, officiating, and leadership skills specific to your chosen sport that prepare you for real game situations.
Increased Responsibility & Confidence: Take on leadership roles helps strengthen decision-making, communication, and team management abilities. (This can also support future senior leadership roles in Year 13).
Pathways to Opportunities: Participation may open doors to school, regional, and national sporting opportunities, and support future careers in coaching, officiating, or sports administration.
Positive Impact: Contribute to a stronger sporting culture by supporting teams, running events, and acting as role models for younger athletes.
Recognition: Participation counts towards HVHS Ad Alta and the Duke of Edinburgh programme (service or skill areas).
Key Details
Who can join? Any student from Year 10–13 who is keen to coach or officiate in their chosen sport, as well as Premier Team Sports Captains.
When? Sessions run during the school day, with a minimum of two per term, scheduled during Terms 1-3.
Content: Guest speakers, interactive practical sessions, and modules designed to develop coaching and leadership skills.
Registering for the 2026 Coaching & Leadership Programme
If you’d like to be part of the 2026 Sports Coaching & Leadership Programme at HVHS please complete the registration form by clicking here
