The next "1st Degree" coaching course organized by the Azerbaijan Volleyball Federation (AVF) for coach-teachers has started in Ganja.
"Report" reports that 19 coach-teachers from Ganja, as well as surrounding districts and cities, are participating in the course, which is being held at the Ganja Olympic Sports Complex and will last until January 20.
Lessons consisting of theoretical and practical parts are conducted by Cengiz Akarçeşme, the head of the Training and Lower Age Groups of the AVF. Nargiz Ismayilova, the coordinator of the AVF's Training and Lower Age Groups Work Department, will also provide participants with detailed information on sports safety. Specialists who successfully pass the final exam will receive the AVF's "1st Degree" certificate.
It should be noted that "1st Degree" coaching courses were held by the federation last year in Gabala, Sumgayit, and Baku. The AVF will also organize second and third degree courses in Baku and other regions. Coach-teachers who have received the "1st Degree" certificate will be able to coach in local championships. Specialists who receive all three degrees will be eligible to participate in the FIVB Level-1 seminar.