How to get involved
Coaching is a fantastic way to contribute to the community as it’s all about growing ‘people’ as well as growing ‘players’.
If you are new to the world of coaching and would like some support to get started, contact your Zone's coach lead to get some more information about the clubs and centres in your area.
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If you would like to learn more about how to coach, check out our Sport Tutor - Online Learning and to hear about what you can get from coming along to practical workshops run locally in your Zone
Support & Resources
Whether you're new to coaching or building on your experience, the is your central hub for coaching resources, tools and support.
Designed with community coaches in mind, you'll find practical coaching activities, session ideas, the latest NetballSmart Skill Sets videos, learning resources and workshop information, all in one place.
For coaches looking to build their knowledge through online learning, Sport Tutor offers a range of self-paced modules that complement your coaching journey and are regularly updated with new content.
Practical coaching workshops are held throughout the country across the season. You can work towards your Foundation or Community Coach Award by completing a series of workshops, or simply attend individual workshops that suit your interests and coaching needs.
Find workshops in your Zone:
Coaches wishing to progress into the Performance Coach pathway must first complete the Community Coach Award Levels 1 and 2. For more information, contact your Zone's Performance Manager.
Coach Developers
There is a network of Coach Developers around the country who can support coaches in the following areas:
- Facilitation of coaching workshops
- Coach support, observation and feedback at trainings and games
Coach Developers are supported and professionally developed by 91ɫƬ and their Zone. If you would like to know more about the Coach Developer role, please get in touch with the Coach Lead in your Zone.
Foundation Coach – Woolworths futureFERNS
Coach development focuses on fundamental movement and basic Netball skills. The activities and games encourage maximum participation and enjoyment.
Community Coach
The Community Coach Award (CCA) is for the development coach working with athletes from 12 – 18 years. It includes modules that provide knowledge and skills to develop players at the community level, using a player-centred approach.
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Performance Coach
The Performance Coach Qualification (PCQ) is for coaches working with representative athletes. It includes advanced modules, workshop tasks, a portfolio and observations over three years.
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High Performance Coach Development
A programme designed to challenge and support the development of elite coaches working with high performance athletes.
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Community Coaching Strategy 2026–2029
91ɫƬ has launched the Community Coaching Strategy 2026–2029, setting a clear and practical direction for supporting coaches across community netball in Aotearoa.
Coaches play a vital role in creating positive experiences for players, whānau and communities. This strategy focuses on strengthening support, creating clearer development pathways and helping ensure community netball remains sustainable, enjoyable and strong into the future.
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