Coaches Trained in Celebration of the Legacy of the
2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games
2018 Program Dates Below
Thinking about becoming a coach? The City of Toronto, in partnership with Coaches Association of Ontario and Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs), will be offering National Coaching Certification Program training throughout 2018. The Fundamental Movement Skills workshop, Competition Introduction .modules and several Sport-Specific training sessions will be available at community recreation centres and other facilities. Best of all, these sessions will be FREE for Toronto residents (Open to non-residents at a fee).
For inquires about the Let’s Get Coaching! program please email letsgetcoaching@toronto.ca
Fundamental Movement Skills
The fundamental movement skills of throwing, catching, jumping, striking, running, kicking, agility, balance and coordination form the basis for future sport skill development and for the life-long enjoyment of physical activity. This workshop is for individuals who want to learn how to instruct, observe, and correct the skill and give you plenty of opportunity to practice teaching these skills to young children. A full list of available workshops is provided below:
| Module | Location | Day | Date | Time | Registration Code |
| Fundamental Movement Skills | North Kipling CC | Saturday | September 22 | 10am – 4pm | 3104047 |
| Fundamental Movement Skills | Basement Room (C) East York CC | Saturday | October 14 | 10am – 4pm | 3139811 |
| Fundamental Movement Skills | Don Mongomery CC | Saturday | December 15 | 10am – 4pm | 3104048 |
CLICK HERE to go directly to the Toronto FUN Online listings. CLICK HERE for how to register.
Competition Introduction Modules
These NCCP workshops are suitable for instructors, community and competition coaches in any sport stream that work with athletes over the long term to improve performance. In these courses, coaches will learn about making ethical decisions, how to plan a practice, basic mental skills and many more. A full list of available workshops is provided below:
| Module | Location | Day | Date | Time | Registration Code |
| Basic Mental Skills | Wellesley CC | Saturday | October 20 | 10am – 2pm | 3141414 |
| Nutrition | Wellesley CC | Saturday | October 20 | 2:30pm – 4pm | 3141416 |
| Design a Basic Sports Program | The New Generation Youth Recreation Centre | Sunday | October 21 | 12:30pm – 5pm | 3141991 |
| Planning a Practice | Toronto Track & Field Centre | Saturday | November 3 | 10:00am – 4pm | 3142854 |
| Make Ethical Decisions | Etobicoke CC | Saturday | November 17 | 10:00am –2:30pm | 3143157 |
CLICK HERE to go directly to the Toronto FUN Online listings. CLICK HERE for how to register.
Sport-Specific Training
| Course | Location | Day | Date | Time | Registration Code |
| Cricket | Jenner Jean-Marie CC | Sunday | July 29 | 11am – 4:30pm | 3104056 |
| WSA-NCCP Competition Introduction for Wheelchair Basketball | Studio 1 Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre |
Friday-Sunday | Sept 14-16 | 6pm Friday – 4:00pm Sunday | 3104064 |
| Basketball – NCCP FUNdamentals | Gym (A) Parkway Forest Community Centre |
Saturday | September 29 | 9:30am – 5:30pm | 3104061 |
CLICK HERE to go directly to the Toronto FUN Online listings. CLICK HERE for how to register.
There are several different ways to register with the City of Toronto’s Parks, Forestry, and Recreation system. Please note: Family and Client Numbers are required for touch tone or online registration. If you do not already have these, please call 416-338-4386 before registering.
Online Registration (7 a.m. – midnight)
Go to toronto.ca/torontofun and click on the FUN ONLINE Register Now button. Please read all information prior to registering.
Touch Tone Registration (TTR) (7 a.m. – midnight)
Call 416-338-0000 and follow the voice prompts.
Telephone Assisted (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
Call 416-338-4386 during regular business hours and speak to a customer service representative.
In Person
Register in person at one of the civic centres listed below during regular business hours:
Etobicoke Civic Centre -399 The West Mall, 2nd floor
North York Civic Centre – 5100 Yonge St., 3rd floor
Scarborough Civic Centre – 150 Borough Dr., 5th floor
Toronto City Hall – 100 Queen St., main floor
Let’s Get Coaching! was part of Toronto’s Host City Showcase Program in 2015. This Council-approved program was designed to ensure a legacy of long-term community benefits while enhancing the experience of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games for residents and visitors.
For inquires about the Let’s Get Coaching! program please email letsgetcoaching@toronto.ca
