Get started in coaching

New coaches should be aware of the UK core standards on the Sports Coach UK website. 

Sports Coach UK have other useful information, including

  • videos, guides, blogs and answers for coaches
  • an overview of qualifications and training to help you decide which courses you need to take.

You should check with the governing body of your sport for extra requirements. Find your governing body on Sport Scotland.

Coaching Edinburgh

If you coach in Edinburgh, join Coaching Edinburgh to keep up to date with coaching opportunities. You will receive discounts on coaching workshops and a monthly newsletter. We will email you a discount code after you have applied.

Find a coaching opportunity

There are many ways to get involved in coaching through events, workshops or supporting a coaching session.

To start volunteering, find a sports club on the Club Sport Edinburgh website.