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National Coaching Framework.

This document outlines the Saudi Triathlon National Coaching Framework — a clear, progressive and structured pathway that will develop and support coaches at every stage of their coaching journey, from school and grassroots delivery through to performance coaching. Developed in alignment with worlds best practices, the framework establishes progressive certification levels, competency-based assessment standards, safeguarding requirements, annual licensing, and ongoing professional development expectations. In alignment with the expectations of World Triathlon, Saudi Triathlon will endeavour to adopt a mandatory 30% minimum quota for all coaching courses to address the gender gap in Triathlon worldwide.

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Introduction

Saudi Triathlon provides a progressive, internationally aligned coaching pathway to develop coaches who can support Saudi triathletes from foundation to performance

Our framework is designed to:
Develop coaches progressively
Align grassroots with high-performance strategy
Support long-term athlete development
Ensure athlete safety and welfare
Promote professional standards and licensing
Maintains Female Coach development quotas
Coaching Pathway

Three-Tier Certification Structure

Saudi Triathlon operates a three-tier certification structure aligned with World Triathlon standards.
Community Coach
Core Modules Who, Where and What You Coach, How You Connect, Engage, Organise and Deliver
Purpose Entry -level pathway; deliver safe, inclusive, fun triathlon sessions
Supporting Education Modules Anti Doping; Basic Triathlon, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR
Outcomes Organise and deliver safe, enjoyable introductory sessions
Level 1 Development Coach
Core Modules Discipline theory & Delivery, LTAD, Race IQ, Programming, Intro Physiology, Nutrition, Recovery
Purpose Independent ly plan & deliver structured training for developing athletes
Supporting Modules WADA, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR, World Triathlon event protocols.
Outcomes Plan & deliver structured sessions, prepare athletes for local/regional competition
Level 2 Performance Coach
Core Modules Physiology, Technical IQ, Race IQ, Data analysis, S&C, Nutrition, Wellbeing; Psychological prep
Purpose Support athletes aiming for regional, national, international competitions
Supporting Modules WADA, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR. *Masterclasses
Outcomes Design long -term performance programs, prepare athletes tactically & psychologically
Coaching Pathway

Three-Tier Certification Structure

Saudi Triathlon operates a three-tier certification structure aligned with World Triathlon standards.
Outcomes Organise and deliver safe, enjoyable introductory sessions
Supporting Education Modules Anti Doping; Basic Triathlon, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR
Core Modules Who, Where and What You Coach, How You Connect, Engage, Organise and Deliver
Purpose Entry-level
pathway; deliver safe,
inclusive, fun
triathlon sessions
Community Coach
Outcomes Plan & deliver structured sessions, prepare athletes for local/regional competition
Supporting Modules WADA, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR, World Triathlon event protocols.
Core Modules Discipline theory & Delivery, LTAD, Race IQ, Programming, Intro Physiology, Nutrition, Recovery
Purpose Independently
plan & deliver
structured training for
developing athletes.
Level 1 Development Coach
Outcomes Design long -term performance programs, prepare athletes tactically & psychologically
Supporting Modules WADA, SOPC Safeguarding, First Aid & CPR. *Masterclasses
Core Modules Physiology, Technical IQ, Race IQ, Data analysis, S&C, Nutrition, Wellbeing; Psychological prep
Purpose Support athletes aiming for regional, national, international competitions
Level 2 Performance Coach
Education Approach
  • Practical coaching competence
  • Safeguarding and athlete welfare
  • Progressive sport science integration
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Structured mentoring
  • Gender equality
Continuous Professional Development
All licensed coaches must complete annual CPD requirements:
  • 8–12 CPD hours annually
  • Practical learning components
  • Safeguarding renewal
  • First Aid and CPR renewal
Coach Licensing System
License renewal requires:
  • CPD completion
  • Safeguarding certification
  • Compliance with code of conduct
  • Progression according to practical hours and minimum time in each level
License categories: Pre-Community, Community, Level 1, Level 2
Pathway Progression
Progression between certification levels requires:
  • Demonstrated practical competence
  • Completion of assessments
  • Documented coaching hours
  • Ongoing professional development
Registration
To register as a Saudi Triathlon Coach:
  1. Application process TBC
  2. Complete safeguarding certification
  3. Enroll in the appropriate certification level
  4. Complete required assessments
  5. Receive national coaching license
For upcoming course dates and registration information, please contact the Saudi Triathlon Education Department.

Our Commitment

Saudi Triathlon is committed to:

International alignment

Professional coaching standards

Athlete safety and wellbeing

Structured talent development

Long-term performance success

Together, we are building a sustainable coaching system to support athletes from schools through to elite international competition.
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