Sports Coaching Bursaries

Sports Coaching Bursaries are now available from two sources for Sportsmen & women within Basingstoke & Deane - Basingstoke & Deane Coaching Bursaries The Coaching Bursary is available to local clubs and coaches to assist with the cost of recognised National Governing Body courses, approved first aid course and scUK courses. The Bursary is designed to help coaches develop their knowledge and skills and improve the quality of coaching across the Borough. The bursary provides financial support up to half of the cost the coaching courses up to a maximum of £50 to offset the cost of transport, exams, and training. Application forms are available from Steve Welch 01256 845442 or you can download the application form from the Borough Council website www.basingstoke.gov.uk/leisure Hampshire County Council also offers grants to sports coaches and officials twice a year. Applicants undertaking their first Governing Body award or equivalent course are eligible for up to 50% of the cost of the course up to £250. Applicants who are improving qualifications or undertaking advanced courses are eligible for up to 50% of the cost of the course up to £500. For an application form and further details contact Paul Bickerton on 01962 846283.