Every sport needs coaches, and every sport has its own recognised coaching qualifications. If you are interested in coaching then first you need to identify the governing body for your chosen sport click here for a comprehensive list of all recognised National governing bodies.
All sports need officials and there are many ways to get involved from volunteering at your local club to a career as a referee.
click here for a list of local clubs
click here for members of SOUK (sports officials UK)
During the month of November 2012 the sports unit will be running a number of courses click here for more details.
To book your space on any of our 'sports coach uk' courses please fill out our online application here, please be aware, in order to submit this form payment must be made.
To book your space on our 'First Aid Appointed Person' course please contact Medina leisure centre on (01983) 523767. Please be aware to secure your space payment must be made.
As part of the IoW sports unit commitment to developing and supporting local clubs and volunteers, various sports, and development courses will be set up across the island. for more information contact the sports unit by click on the ‘Contact Information’ tab or email us by using the ‘Send a message’ tab above.
The IoW Sports unit aims to provide a varied club & coach development program however we are not able to offer every course. As a club if there is a course you feel could benefit your coaches please contact us on by click on the ‘Contact Information’ tab or email us by using the ‘Send a message’ tab above..
As part of our partnership with Hampshire there are many courses being run across the county click here for an up to date list of events.
Are you interested in volunteering but don't know where to go? why not join our Volunteer Database. If there are any up coming sports events that require Marshals, Time keepers, Car parking attendants, or just need a little help we'll do our best to pare you up.
To register your wish to volunteer please complete the form titled ‘Volunteer database’ located in the form tab above and we will contact you in due course.
Alternatively you could visit community action isle of wight for more information on Island based volunteer opportunities.