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We are currently looking for expressions of interest to become a Coach developer for Table Tennis Ireland!

Coach developers will be responsible for delivering Table Tennis Coaching Courses and developing new potential TT coaches!

Sport Ireland coaching are holding a Certificate in Sports Coach Development beginning in August 2024. The programme is recognised by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and is included on the National Framework of Qualifications as a Level 7 Special Purpose Award in Sports Coach Development.

The Program involves 10 contact days spread over 6 months, work experience through TTI and some activities to complete between contact periods. This program typically takes 12-18 months to complete.

The course will take place in Dublin/Limerick and will be a mix of online and in person sessions.

Candidates must attend all dates,
22 August 2024 (online session)

7/8 September 2024

5/6 October 2024

2/3 November 2024

30 Nov/1 December 2024

11/12 January 2025

Entry Requirements

Applicants should

• Hold a Table Tennis Level 2 coaching qualification or higher.** Level 1 coaches may be accepted dependent on coaching experience and/or other qualifications** A Level 2 course should be in progress by the time this course starts.**
• Be actively coaching for at least five years.
• Minimum 18 years of age
• IELTS Level 6 or equivalent (for applicants whose first language is not English).

More Information on the Certificate in Sports Coach development can be found here: Certificate in Sports Coach Development | Sport Ireland

If you would like to register your interest in completing this award please fill out the interest form here: https://forms.office.com/e/dTDMm6BHxT

If you have any questions please contact [email protected]

TTU COACH DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY LED BY RYAN JENKINS, FORMER WELSH INTERNATIONAL PLAYER, COMMONWEALTH MEDALIST,  WELSH NATIONAL AND GB COACH. 

Table Tennis Ulster is delighted to offer a fantastic coach development session for our local club and squad coaches on Saturday 9th March 2024 at Lisburn Racquets Club, Lisburn. 

The session will be led by Ryan Jenkins  who has has a plethora of knowledge of  table tennis with a  career in the sport spanning many years as a top player (Welsh no.1, 12x Welsh National Champion, Commonwealth Medallist and previously held the world ranking of 175). Ryan also has many years experience as a top coach having held national coaching positions with Wales, England and GB. 

The event is Free of Charge to Coaches who are affiliated to Table Tennis Ireland (refreshments including lunch will be provided). 

Morning Session : 10am – 1.30pm (lunch included) 

The morning will incorporate a dedicated coach development session led by Ryan focusing on areas below: 

10:00-10:50 Coaching Young Players & Technique  

What should coaches be focusing on in training sessions to maximise improvement for players  

11:00-11:50 Session Content & Multiball  

How to get the best out of your session, including multiball  

12:00-12:50 Taking players to the next level & The International Scene 

1:00-1:30 Open session  

Coaches will have the opportunity to ask advice from Ryan 

 Afternoon Session: 2.30pm – 6pm 

Coaches are invited to spend the afternoon (all or part) observing the Irish National Squad who are have a training session at Lisburn Racquets led by Ryan. 

Coaches will be able to observe Ryan leading the squad and participate as appropriate as players prepare for key events including later in March – the National Championships  

We hope as many coaches as possible will take up this opportunity. 

If you would like to attend the event – please confirm your Name and Club to 

Ryan Harrison by emailing: 

[email protected] 

Responses are requested by Friday 1^st March 2024

We are delighted to announce we will be holding a CPD session on 28^th December 2023.

The session will take place in the Irish Wheelchair association from 12.30pm to 6 pm. The cost to attend this session is €10pp.

This session will be delivered by TTE national coach John Murphy and TTI national coaches Tara Fusco, Gavin Maguire, Con Higgins and Marcus McDonnell. 

Session Schedule

12:30-2:30 – observation of camp & multi-ball

2.30-3.00 – short break

3.00-4.00 – session planning

4.00-4.45 – spotting & fixing technical errors

4.45-5.00 – short break

5.00-6.00 – bringing beginners to the next level and Q&A

This is open to all qualified activators, Level 1,2 & 3 coaches and club coaches.

If you would like to attend this session please register here: https://tti.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=DB02AE747536A3B0307EDEF2E81D270C16CD401D

If you have any questions about this session please email [email protected]

We are delighted to announce that we are hosting an introductory coaching course, known as the “Activator’s Award” in January taking place in Leinster.

This course will take place in Milltown Table Tennis club, Milltown community centre, Rathconrath, Mullingar, Co Westmeath. The course will be taking place on Saturday 20th of January 10am – 1.30pm.

The cost of this course is €45 per person. Each candidate will receive one year Free membership, a coaching manual to assist with coaching going forward and a certificate on completion of the course.

The Activator Award provides an opportunity for networking and engagement among candidates.  The candidates will develop new skills through practical and interactive activities

You do not need to have a background in playing table tennis. This course is a fun and enjoyable course suitable for all everyone including parents, teachers, older adults, multi-sport coaches, club administrators and anyone who is interested in taking on table tennis as a new sport and physical activity.

Places for the course are limited so register now before the course is filled. Register here: https://tti.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=7400CB4FBA867F9B9109DBF3E8860FBACF94AFE9

If you have any questions on the course, please email [email protected]