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Coaches

Snowboard coach

The USSA Sport Education department delivers high quality education programs at all levels of the pipeline for coaches of skiing and snowboarding in the United States.  Our philosophy, based on the USSA Training Systems, is to coach athletes to become good riders first, with a broad fundamental skill base and a love for snowboarding.  Only then can they be developed to become great competitors over the long run.  With a long-term development focus, USSA recognizes that it takes the leadership of quality coaches at each level of the training system for athletes to reach their full potential in sport and in life.
Snowboarding Programs
 

Programs and Services

USSA Sport Education supports the professional development of snowboard coaches through coaching clinics, conferences, webinars and other events.  Learn more.

 

Center of Excellence TV

Check out video clips made specifically for coaches and their riders with a focus on riding technique, tactics, coaching tips and athlete and coach interviews on the USSA channel on dartfish.tv. 

 

Certification and Testing

The coaching certification program is the primary means for coaches to develop their sport and teaching knowledge and to be recognized for their experience and abilities. The program is built around on-snow clinics and supporting resources and classes offered by the USSA and its partner organizations. USSA certification is recommended for all member coaches, from part-time or volunteer to full-time.  Learn more.

 

Continuing Education

Certified coaches must earn continuing education credits every two years to keep their certification active.  There are many ways to earn credit and continue your development as a coach.  Learn more.

 

Education Shop

Educational manuals, DVDs and CDs for coaches, clubs and athletes are available at the USSA Education Shop (USSA members receive discounts on all educational materials).