Volunteer Training Calendar for Secondary School Pupils
Our calendar of free courses for 2024/25 can be found below.
Our calendar of free courses for 2024/25 can be found below*.
If you aren't sure what to pick, or you are interested in something that's not listed below, then please do get in touch with our Active Schools team. We always do our best to find each volunteer an opportunity to suit!
*These courses are only available to those in S3-S6 within an East Dunbartonshire Council school.
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How it works
All courses are free and must be booked in advance. Please register your interest with your Active Schools Coordinator or a PE Teacher.
If you are successful in selection, a registration link will then be sent out to confirm your place on the course and gain parent/carer consent.
If you need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible so your place can be offered to those on a waiting list.
What we need from you
Secondary school volunteers are expected to deliver a minimum of 5 hours of extracurricular activity in the sport/activity corresponding to each course attended.
This could be in their own secondary school, local primary school, local additional support needs school or community setting.
We will support volunteers to find the right setting and session to suit their diary and interests.
2024/25 Training Calendar
Courses with an asterisk are inclusive sessions. These aim to provide secondary school pupils with the skills and knowledge to support children and young people with a disability or Additional Support Needs (ASN) within a sports setting. These courses are also open to adult volunteers.
This workshop will look at the basic principles of coaching football, including:
- Space management,
- Time management,
- Adaptability and
- Activity levels.
This will be done through fun games and basic coaching practices.
Please note that volunteers may only attend one football course.
Option 1
- Date and time: Monday 16 September, 4-6pm
- Venue: Huntershill Sports Hub
- Places are prioritised for schools within Bishopbriggs
Option 2
- Date and time: Thursday 24 October, 4-6pm
- Venue: Kirkintilloch Community Sports Complex
- Places are prioritised for schools within Kirkintilloch/ Lenzie
Option 3
- Date and time: Thursday 7 November, 4-6pm
- Venue: Douglas Academy
- Places are prioritised for schools within Bearsden/ Milngavie
This practical course is led by Y Dance and is open to teachers, volunteers, students, parents, dance clubs and young leaders who have an interest in delivering or supporting inclusive dance sessions.
The session will explore different dance themes, props, music and dance styles. You will gain knowledge and confidence so you can create dance sessions which are inclusive for all.
Date and time: Thursday 3 October 2024, 4-6pm
Venue: Woodland View School
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Please note that volunteers may only attend one netball course.
Option 1
- Date and time: Wednesday 9 October, 4-6pm
- Venue: Boclair Academy
- Places are prioritised for Boclair, Bearsden, Douglas and Bishopbriggs pupils
Option 2
- Date and time: Wednesday 23 October, 4-6pm
- Venue: Kirkintilloch High School
- Places are prioritised for Kirkintilloch, Lenzie, St. Ninians and Turnbull pupils
This workshop aims to provide a basic introduction to Autism, and more specifically to look at how people with Autism might engage in sports activities.
We will discuss the common characteristics and sensory challenges for people with Autism and explore useful communication strategies to positively support a person with Autism during a sports session.
Date and time: Monday 4 November 2024, 4:30-6:30pm
Venue: Woodland View School
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Date and time: Monday 25 November, 4-6pm
Venue: Turnbull High School
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Date and time: Wednesday 20 November, 4-6pm
Venue: TBC
This workshop includes a mixture of theory and practical delivery. It will enable you to positively include people with a disability in physical activity and sport.
Date and time: Monday 10 February 2025, 4:30-6:30pm
Venue: Woodland View School
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Date and time: Wednesday 12 February, 4-6pm
Venue: Douglas Academy
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Date and time: February 2025, 4-6pm (exact date TBC)
Venue: TBC
The Boccia Leaders Award will provide you with a brief overview of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to introduce the game to children, young people and adults.
Using a mixture of theory and practice, the workshop will provide an overview of structure, rules and practices.
Date and time: Thursday 6 March 2025, 4-6:30pm
Venue: Woodland View School
This course will give you the skills to prepare, plan and support activity sessions in your schools and community. It is fun and practical and will involve pupils participating in a range of skills, drills and games.
Date and time: February 2025, 4-6pm (exact date TBC)
Venue: Huntershill Sports Hub
Get involved
Contact our team to find out more about any of the courses listed.
