ACTIVE Schools Programme

:: Umpiring / Coaching Module for Secondary & JC Students ::

Netball Singapore offers courses to provide students with a more holistic and all rounded development of their netball related skills and enhance their passion in netball.In 2012, Netball Singapore will be reducing the number of Active Level 1 Umpiring Courses, so that we can work through the backlog of umpires needing to complete their Level 1 Practical. However, in order to cater for the demands of Schools, Netball Singapore will be conducting more Understanding Netball Rules courses for students. This 3-hour course is suitable for students and teachers of any level, with or without playing experience.

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Course Information in 2012

For enquiries, please contact Bee Ling, 6346 5063 ext 108.

Understanding Netball Rules

The course aims to develop participants who are interested in netball with a sound understanding of netball rules. At the end of the course, participants will understand the rules of the game and apply them on court. They will understand the difference between major and minor infringements and have some knowledge of umpiring. At the end of the course, participants will be given a certificate of attendance (100% attendance required).

Who should attend this course?
• This course is open to students who may or may not be netball players
• This course is also recommended for teachers who teach, coach or are teacher-in-charge of netball in their school. 
• For those interested to update themselves and acquire a better understanding of the current Netball rules
• Recommended for those keen to become umpires

Duration
• This module will have 1 sessions
• Each session will be 3 hours long

Number of Participants 
• To ensure maximum learning and adequate attention given to all participants, the recommended size for each class is 16 and a minimum number of 10 participants

Cost
• Each participant has to pay $25. Course notes will be provided.

 Understanding Netball Rules (Teachers)

This course is recommended for Netball Teacher-in-charge or PE teachers who want to understand the rules better.

Teachers will learn basic rules and how they are applied in the game. They will be familiarised with the different infringements and penalties, and understand how an umpire awards them on court.

Level 1 Umpiring Course

The course aims to develop students who are interested in netball umpiring with the technique of umpiring. It will cover the practical aspect of umpiring and participants have to pass the theory test in order to proceed to practical umpiring. At the end of course, students will be awarded – Level 1 Umpiring (100% attendance required, pass in theory test and a practical session).

Pre-requisites for this course 
• This course is for students who are keen to be umpires
• Participants must be players who have game experience for at least 2 years and have sound knowledge of netball rules (Participants are encouraged to attend Understanding Netball Rules first as this course is not going to cover every rule in detail)
• Participants have to possess a level of fitness to umpire netball games

Duration
• The umpiring module will have 3 sessions
• The first two sessions will be 2 hours long
• The last session will be a theory test for the students
• All participants have to do a minimum 4 hours practical session upon achieving a pass in their theory test

Level 1 Umpire Award
A certificate will be awarded with the following criteria met:
• 100 % attendance for the 3 sessions
• A pass in the theory test
• Minimum 4 hours practical session

Number of Participants 
• To ensure maximum learning and adequate attention given to all participants, the recommended size for each class is 16 and a minimum number of 10 participants

Cost
• Each participant has to pay $40 for the umpiring module. This includes the course notes, hand held whistle and rule book. 
• This is a subsidized rate given by Netball Singapore to school programmes; adults have to pay $85 for a Level 1 Umpiring Course.

Coaching Workshop (Teachers)

Topic: Netball training ideas and strategies for Teachers

• This Teacher Education Workshop has been designed specifically as a professional development tool for teachers.
• It will provide education and support to teachers conducting trainings for their school netball team and or sessions during school physical education time. 
• Focus will be on planning for a season leading up to the school competitions, conduct of a training session, and discussion on basic netball strategies.
• There is no formal accreditation awarded following completion of the Teacher Education Workshop, but teachers will come out better informed on best practice teaching of netball and with greater confidence to coach.
• All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation.