The International Canoe Federation will host a series of free online webinars showcasing the latest developments in coaching and athlete preparation
Each ICF Performance Education webinar will be hosted by a world-leading expert in their field, and will include topics looking at how to manage an athlete from their first stroke through to the elite level, energy expenditure and fatigue, and high altitude training.
The six free online courses will be open to all participants, but pre-event registration will be required. The first course has been set down for August 19, and will examine the differences between training methods for men and women.
Participants will be able to ask questions during the webinars. Videos of the sessions will be posted online at the end of each webinar for those who are unable to participate in the live session.
“The ICF performance education webinars are a free online series aimed at coaches, athletes and administrators who wish to expand their knowledge on specific topics to improve their own performance or that of their athletes,” ICF sport development manager, Sebastian Cuattrin, said.
“We are very fortunate to have access to some of the leading experts for each webinar, so we are very confident all participants will benefit from these sessions. People will leave these sessions with new ideas and the latest cutting-edge information in their fields.
“The Covid-19 pandemic is presenting many challenges around the world, but by harnessing the latest technology and accessing our deep pool of experts, we can continue to ensure canoeing will go from strength to strength.”
The full schedule of webinars is as follows;
August 19: Difference between women’s and men’s training methods.
August 26: Athlete’s career: From the first stroke to ultimate paddler.
September 2: Considerations for the female athlete.
September 9: Energy expenditure and fatigue.
September 16: Choosing a paddle for young kayak athletes.
October 14: High altitude training.
Full details of the webinars and registration information can be found here.