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The Foundation Course

REVOLUTIONIZING COACH & ATHLETE EDUCATION
Advance your coaching career, with 12 Foundational Coaching modules,
including over 340 videos & 140 hours of guided learning content.

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ALTIS Education • Mission
REVOLUTIONIZE, REINVIGORATE AND REDEFINE COACH EDUCATION.

To achieve this reality we are building an evolving continuum of educational

products which aim not just to update the way coach education is delivered, but
incorporate a rigorous examination of the past, an exploration of the present, and
contemplate the possibilities of the future. These products share tried and tested
personal experiences from industry leaders in our profession, while using history,
science, successes, and evidence based practice as our guide.

Alongside this range of formal and informal education opportunities, we are

creating a stage from which coaches can connect with others to build global
collaborative networks. This is achieved through our assortment of onsite in-person
events, and digital education platforms.

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Foundation Course • About
REVOLUTIONIZE, REINVIGORATE AND REDEFINE COACH EDUCATION.

The ALTIS Foundation Course provides 12 modules of

bespoke content essential to the development of coaches
working in speed-power sports.

Presented in a dynamic, engaging format, each module has

a specific theme which delivers the foundational content
necessary to build a general knowledge base in each
particular area. This is achieved using an applied
approach to fundamental coaching theory and practice,
allowing us to bridge the critical - and often ignored gap -
between theory and application.

Available online the Foundation Course provides over 140

hours of guided content to provide the understanding you
need to develop high-impact programs. It delivers themes
and content which is explained and translated through the
lens of those of who have successfully applied the content
at the highest level: Coaches who understand how to adapt
complex topics in a manner which provides relevance and
application to a range of sports, athletic abilities, and
coaching scenarios.

Throughout the course scientific principles are examined,

questioned, applied and tested - alongside empirical and anecdotal experience. This
approach allows us to provide a unique blend of content which can be adapted to an
individual’s specific coaching circumstances.

Explain ⇢ Translate ⇢ Apply ⇢ Adapt

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Foundation Course • Aims
Foundation Course content has been constructed with three central aims in
mind, which:

Equip coaches with the knowledge required to make sound coaching

decisions.

Develop the skills and competency to convey this knowledge

effectively.

Build the confidence and understanding to question, adapt, and evolve

their own philosophies.

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Foundation Course • Who is it for? 


Focused on speed-power sports, the Foundation Course explores concepts and

applied theories relevant to coaches in a range of settings:

✓ Development Coaches working in High Schools, Colleges & Private Practice who
want to develop their knowledge base and understanding of foundational
coaching concepts.

✓ Forward thinking Performance Coaches looking for new ways to apply and
individualize their practice, and challenge their own philosophies.

✓ Strength & Conditioning professionals looking to enhance their understanding of

speed-power development and its application to sport-specific practice.

✓ Physical Therapists seeking to bridge the gap between therapy and coaching.

✓ Progressive Team, Court, and Field Sport Coaches seeking to broaden their
understanding of coaching tenets and learn from world-class coaches of other
sports.

✓ Track & Field Coaches seeking to learn directly from our globally renowned,
athletics Coaches and Coach-Educators.

Whoever you are, you'll gain the knowledge, confidence and expertise you need to
develop and refine your practice, all while earning continuing education credits
from globally recognized organizations.

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Foundation Course • Authors
Written by PJ Vazel, Derek Evely, Dr Matt Jordan, Stuart McMillan, Andreas Behm,
and legendary coach and educator Dan Pfaff, the Foundation Course shares the
collective knowledge of some of the most experienced minds in the coaching
profession today.

Boasting a coaching repertoire including World Record holders, Olympic and World
Champions, and countless global medalists between them, our panel of authors
share decades of experience, and a track record of coaching success which is second
to none.

WORLD CLASS COACHES

DECADES OF EXPERIENCE

COMBINED IN ONE COURSE

In addition, guest contributions from Dr

Angus Ross, Martin Bingisser, Dr Ken
Clarke, Brett Bartholomew, Greg Hull,
Jason Hettler, Shawn Myszka, Vince
Anderson, and Jas Randhawa means this
course includes the benefit of experience
and inputs stemming from some of the
leading minds across the globe in sports
performance.

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Foundation Course • Structure
The Foundation Course is made up of twelve modules. Each topic-specific module is
designed to be taken in series, and forms a platform of knowledge built upon by the
themes covered in successive modules.

Modules are then divided into a number of sections culminating in either specific
learning checks, or suggested tasks based on section content. Coaches must
complete the learning checks with a mark of 80% or above to continue onto the next
module. These learning checks can be retaken if this grade is not achieved on the
first attempt. All learning checks must be completed before course completion and
graduation can occur.

MODULE BREAKDOWN
1 Biomechanical Concepts

2 Applied Physiology

3 Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology

4 Training Methodology

5 Planning & Organization

6 Progressions

7 Cueing

8 Athlete Management

9 Strength Development Fundamentals

10 Strength Exercise Inventory

11 Speed Development Fundamentals

12 Speed Exercise Inventory

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Foundation Course • Module Structure
The content of individual section in each module follows a consistent structure and
layout, complemented by a broad range of resources to enhance the user’s learning
experience. This includes:

✓ SECTION INTRODUCTIONS

✓ DEFINITIONS AND GLOSSARY TERMS

✓ CASE STUDIES AND EXPLANATIONS

✓ GRAPHICS, PHOTOS & ILLUSTRATIONS

✓ COMPLEMENTARY VIDEO CONTENT AND

DISCUSSION

✓ SECTION SUMMARIES

✓ KEY TERMS

✓ FURTHER LEARNING RESOURCES

✓ REFERENCES

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Foundation Course • Format
Designed by experts in education and digital technologies, the Foundation
Course represents a new breed of user interface.

No more paper mail-outs, downloading of pdfs, printing content, or clicking

through pages of menus to get to where you are: The Foundation Course is a
streamlined digital experience, using an online platform which can be accessed
on any digital device, anywhere, anytime. Users can login, and start back right
where they left off, whenever, wherever.

The platform provides a clear, clean, and user-friendly experience which

simplifies access, and maximizes ease of use.

SIMPLE • SIGNIFICANT • STREAMLINED

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Foundation Course • Learner Outcomes

On completion of the Foundation Course, coaches will have developed a holistic
understanding of the key theories, themes, discussions, on the 12 core topics covered
by the Foundation Course. They will also have been exposed to critical examination
of current trends in the literature, building the skills to think critically on topics as
they arise.

The outcome of this journey is to allow coaches to:

Apply this knowledge.

Adapt this knowledge to their environment.

Evolve their practice through interconnected learning in motion

and continued development.

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Foundation Course • ALTIS Recognition
Once all 12 core modules are successfully completed, recognition of this
achievement is awarded with the ALTIS Foundation Course Certificate of
Completion.

This demonstrates to employers, potential employers, and stakeholders that the

course graduate is a forward thinking, evolving coach who has taken control of their
own development. Further, it shows the individual has a clear understanding of
foundational coaching concepts, and their application.

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ALTIS Education • Options after Course Graduation

The Foundation Course is just the first step. Once coaches have completed the
course, the journey continues with the ALTIS Education Community.

Coaches are invited to explore the other education strands available through ALTIS,
including our range of digital courses and in-person events.

Future classroom content set to be released will also provide choices for continued
learning at Foundation Level with a range of elective bolt-on modules.

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Foundation Course • The Customer Experience




MIKE FOUNTAIN
Event group coach for sprints – Northern Ireland

“Completely exceeded my expectations. So much great content

from great coaches, that I will be reading and watching again
and again as my own coaching practice develops. I’m really
looking forward to the journey that the athletes and I are on,
and how this knowledge will help direct us.”

PAUL BECKWITH
Director of Sports Performance at APEX Athletics – USA

“This is a great online source for coaches at every level. A

scientific approach that takes you from the early stages
and beyond. For those interested in the science behind all
phases of performance and not just strength and
conditioning. I encourage you to definitely add this to your
continuing education program. I personally enjoyed the
content from external videos, Journals, and additional
readings to help tie in the global thoughts from well respected coaches in the
community. The fact you get quizzes after each section helps affirm the
knowledge and challenges you to critically think and apply the information
covered. I look forward to the next phase!”

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ROBBIE BOURKE
Physical Preparation Coach & Human Performance Consultant – Ireland

“This outstanding course brings all the fundamental coaching

principles together in such a cohesive and holistic manner. The
modules have been organized into a systematic sequence, so
that each one builds upon the foundation laid down by its
predecessor, and this organization allows the end-user to be
fully engaged and present in the learning process. The quizzes
at the end of each section are also another extremely beneficial
in-built feature that further your retention and consolidation of
the abundance of information that this course covers.

As someone who is currently completing a MSc in Strength and Conditioning, I can

confidently say that the ALTIS Foundation course rivals any third-level curriculum
that is available today. Oh, and it's about 1/10th the price too!”

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Foundation Course • Scope & Learning Hours

While we recognize individuals have differentiated learning needs and speeds, the
below forms guidelines for organizations wishing to gain an approximate indication
of the scope of the Foundation Course.

# NAME SECTIONS VIDEOS LEARNING HOURS

1 Biomechanical Concepts 10 32 10

2 Applied Physiology 13 25 12

3 Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology 14 35 15

4 Training Methodology 9 10 11

5 Planning & Organization 7 17 14

6 Progressions 9 21 13

7 Cueing 9 20 10

8 Athlete Management 9 32 12

9 Strength Development Fundamentals 6 8 10

10 Strength Exercise Inventory 7 52 10

11 Speed Development Fundamentals 8 29 14

12 Speed Exercise Inventory 8 61 13

109 342 144

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