Archery Pathway

SAC501 Inclusive Coaching Foundations

SAC502 Understanding Disabilities in Sport

SAC503 Communication and Emotional Intelligence

SAC504 Safeguarding, Ethics, and Consent

SAC505 Adaptive Equipment & Environment Design

SAC506 Coaching Practice & Applied Reflection

SAC507 Sharing Innovations & Sector Engagement

SAC508 Evaluation, Impact, and Legacy

K1: The principles of inclusive coaching and person-centred planning.

K2: Common physical, sensory, intellectual, and neurodivergent conditions that affect participation in sport.

K3: Coaching models and theories (e.g. GROW, solution-focused, experiential learning) and how they apply to disability sport.

K4: Safeguarding policies, risk assessment, and consent procedures, especially in relation to vulnerable individuals.

K5: Data protection, equality legislation, and ethical coaching standards.

K6: Psychological and motivational theories relevant to developing confidence and resilience in participants.

K7: Communication techniques including non-verbal, visual, AAC and basic signing strategies.

K8: The role of the coach within multi-disciplinary teams (e.g. with physiotherapists, carers, or SEN professionals).

K9: Methods to evaluate coaching impact and ensure continuous improvement.

K10: Differences and similarities between coaching, mentoring, training, counselling, and therapy, especially in adaptive sport.

K11: Theories of learning and reflective practice (e.g. Kolb, Gibbs), and their application to sport coaching.

K12: Coaching process management including goal-setting, progression, and session planning for individualised needs.

K13: Principles of adapted equipment design and inclusive technical solutions

K14: The importance of shared learning ecosystems

K15: The landscape of organisations supporting inclusive sport development

S1: Assess individuals’ abilities and needs using inclusive and sensitive methods.

S2: Plan and deliver adaptive archery coaching sessions aligned to individual goals and safe practice.

S3: Communicate effectively and appropriately with individuals using tailored methods and tools.

S4: Build trust and rapport with archers, families, and support networks.

S5: Motivate and inspire participants, using techniques that are trauma-informed and empowering.

S6: Respond calmly and appropriately to challenges, including behavioural or emotional difficulties.

S7: Signpost to other services (e.g. health, social care, counselling) when appropriate.

S8: Reflect on coaching sessions and apply learning to improve practice.

S9: Maintain documentation and records professionally and securely.

S10: Promote inclusion, diversity, and participation in archery to a range of stakeholders.

S11: Identify, modify, and trial adapted archery equipment based on individual needs, applying safe, innovative, and inclusive principles.

S12: Collaborate with manufacturers, charities, and community experts to refine and improve design solutions.

S13: Record and share effective practices and adapted solutions with the wider coaching and archery community.

S14: Evaluate the outcomes of coaching, including physical, emotional, and social development.

S15: Manage session logistics, access, and equipment hygiene to ensure a safe and dignified experience.

B1: Demonstrate empathy, patience, and respect for all participants.

B2: Show commitment to self-reflection and ongoing professional development.

B3: Act with integrity, ensuring safeguarding and ethical practice at all times.

B4: Champion inclusion and challenge discriminatory attitudes or barriers.

B5: Promote archery as a tool for empowerment, wellbeing, and personal growth.

B6: Actively contribute to a shared culture of innovation