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THE WAY TO START!
INTRODUCTION
Purpose of the Pre-CIT Program - To provide the Pre-CIT with the tools and skills required to become an effective CIT and later a superior coach.
What is the Pre-CIT Program? - The Pre-CIT program is a 1 or 2 year program that introduces young teens to the various aspects of coaching gymnastic sports, and prepares them for entry into the “Gymnastics Foundations” component of GCG’s National Coaching Certification Program. The Pre-CIT program includes individual study, mentorship and hands-on coaching experience, under the supervision of a Tutor Coach.
The program consists of weekly tutorials with a Tutor Coach, which support ongoing supervised coaching, officiating and administration experiences. Pre-CIT candidates may only assist a certified coach with programs for preschoolers or for children aged 6-8. Pre-CITs must never be given sole responsibility for a group of children.
Year 1: 10 Tutorials (total 15 hours) distributed over the training year
- 10 hours of in-gym coaching time with Tutor Coach
- Minimum of 8 hours “gymming”
Year 2: 5 hours of in-gym coaching time with Tutor Coach
- 10 hours of officiating and/or administration tasks
- Minimum 7 hours of “gymming”
Please note that coaching, gymming, and officiating/administration hours are minimum standard for the Pre-CIT program. Over the course of the two years, it is also expected that the Pre-CIT will remain an active gymnastic participant. Pre-CITs may complete additional hours if desired.
NOTE: 13 year old Pre-CITs MUST complete the program over two full training years. 14 and 15 year old Pre-CITs have the option of completing the program in one or two training years.
Each club may use its own discretion regarding the employment vs volunteer status of Pre-CITs. However all Pre-CIT candidates and Tutor Coaches must enter into a written agreement that stipulates their roles and responsibilities. This is a generic agreement that is included in the Pre-CIT Tutor’s Guide and in the Coach Workbook.
Who can be a Pre-CIT? - Anyone between the ages of 13 and 15 years who is enthusiastic, energetic and interested in learning how to coach can be a Pre-CIT. It is preferable to have had some previous ongoing gymnastics participation, which may be at either a recreational or competitive level. All Pre-CITs must be registered as members of the club and P/T Gymnastics Association.
Who can be a Pre-CIT Tutor Coach? - Tutor coaches must be NCCP Level 1 certified coaches (or above) and members of the club and P/T Gymnastics Association. The Tutor coach must have a sound knowledge of the club and of recreational or preschool gymnastics, be a minimum of 18 years old, and mature enough to supervise and mentor young teens. The Tutor coach must work closely with the Pre-CIT, both in tutorials and during coaching time.
There are 4 components to the Pre-CIT program:
- coaching
- officiating
- gymming
- administration
- Pre-CIT Tutorials incorporate 10 themes:
- introduction to the Pre-CIT program
- information on the club
- safety and risk management
- becoming a great coach (leadership and teaching skills)
- technical sport knowledge
- teaching basic skills or movements
- games
- administration of ‘BADGE’ program (PRISM)
- ethics in gymnastics
- moving on
- What is a Pre-CIT trained to do?
At the end of the program, the Pre-CIT will be able to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the club, its policies, structure & programs
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of basic ethical principles in gymnastics
- Demonstrate a knowledge of rules and safety procedures in the gym
- Understand basic principles of Fun-Fitness-Fundamentals
- Teach and run a game in a recreational or preschool class
- Understand the ‘BADGE’ program (PRISM)
- Assist in teaching Introductory level skills
- Lead an activity station or circuit
- Act as a minor official at a club event
- Assist in the organization and administration of a club event or activity
- To be a role model for the gymnasts in the club
- To assist the Tutor Coach with class safety, management, and supervision
- To actively participate in the group activities including warm-up, cool-down, & main part
- To follow the instructions given by the Tutor Coach and Supervisor
Roles and Responsibilities of the Club, the Tutor Coach and the Pre-CIT
The Club
- The club must identify a supervisor for the Pre-CIT program; this supervisor must ensure that the Pre-CIT program is integrated into the club programming, and that appropriate resources and time are allocated for its successful completion
- The supervisor must select Tutor coaches who are responsible and capable of providing the support that is required for the Pre-CIT program.
- The supervisor must solicit and review Pre-CIT applications and select suitable candidates
- The supervisor must debrief with the tutor coach(es) at the end of the Pre-CIT program, and formally recognize Pre-CITs that have completed the program.
- The Tutor Coach is responsible for providing leadership, support and guidance to the Pre-CIT.
- The Tutor Coach is expected to represent the club and be a strong, positive role model for young coaches
- The Tutor Coach must commit to:
- leading 15 hours of tutorial sessions
- supervising 15 hours of coaching with the Pre-CIT
- assisting Pre-CITs to ensure that all program requirements are met and signed off as needed
- The Tutor Coach must work closely with the supervisor and, if applicable, with other tutor coaches to ensure that there is ongoing consistency & maximum benefit in the Pre-CIT program
- The Pre-Coach in Training (Pre-CIT)
- The Pre-CIT must commit to full attendance and participation at all tutorials, and to completing all required tasks and assignments
- The Pre-CIT must have full attendance and participation at all scheduled coaching times. Coaching tasks may include assisting coaches with:
- Stations, circuits and equipment set-up and take down
- Ensuring a safe gym environment
- Class management (e.g. taking children to the bathroom, keeping children in their group)
- Leading games or other activities
- Skill demonstration and basic skill instruction
- The Pre-CIT must maintain complete records of all coaching, gymming, officiating and administration activities, and have them verified by the tutor coach or the supervisor.
- The Pre-CIT must adhere to all club policies regarding coach behaviour and deportment
- NOTE: The Pre-CIT MUST NOT:
- Be left alone with a group of children at any time
- Be given sole responsibility for development or delivery of an activity
- Be given responsibility for communication with parents of gymnasts
- Be given responsibility for disciplining children
- For more information or to request a Pre-CIT Tutor’s Guide and Coach Workbook, contact Rhythmic Gymnastics Manitoba at 925-5738 or rhythmic@sport.mb.ca.
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