Last week, The National Olympic Academy (NOA) in collaboration with UNICEF Eastern Caribbean, hosted an Athlete Safeguarding Workshop attended by the youth of the Barbados Volleyball Association(BVA) at our headquarters in Wildey. The workshop was presented by Kendia Brathwaite and focused on educating young athletes on issues related to abuse in sport. Participants of the … Continue reading NOA Hosts Volleyball Juniors for Athlete Safeguarding Workshop
NOA Hosts Junior Badminton Athletes for Safeguarding Workshop
The National Olympic Academy (NOA) at the Barbados Olympic Association Inc. in collaboration with UNICEF recently hosted a safeguarding workshop for athletes from the Barbados Badminton Association at the Olympic Centre in Wildey. Workshop presenter Robin Parris focused on educating the junior athletes about issues related to abuse in sport.
BOA Launches the region’s first Augmented Reality Museum
The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. on Tuesday unveiled a new feature to its museum. Some its exhibits will now use Augment It Media or AIM thanks to Riveting Media Inc. AIM is a mobile application that brings museums to life! It allows visitors to be their own tour guide exploring museums through various technologies that … Continue reading BOA Launches the region’s first Augmented Reality Museum
Princess Margaret Secondary Visits the BOA
Yesterday the BOA welcomed a special visit from 19 students of the Princess Margaret Secondary School. This visit was to give the students useful information related to sports education and to assist them with their assignments in preparation for their Physical Education CXC. We wish each student the best in their future exams.
BOA to Host Caribbean Coaching Certification Programme(CCCP) Coaching Theory Course this August
The Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees-CANOC introduces the Caribbean Coaching Certification programme (CCCP). This program has been in existence since 1998, and within this time over 500 persons in the Caribbean have completed the Coaching Theory Course (CTC) and the Caribbean Community Sport Leaders Course (CCSLC). The CTC course is designed to equip the … Continue reading BOA to Host Caribbean Coaching Certification Programme(CCCP) Coaching Theory Course this August
BOA Olympic Lines Newsletter | April – June 2018
Olympic Lines is the official newsletter of the Barbados Olympic Association (BOA). It is designed to share BOA news, information and events, as well as highlight the achievements of our athletes and those involved in the sporting community. Click here to view the BOA April - June 2018 Olympic Lines Newsletter
Technique F.C Football Camp Museum Tour
On Friday, July 20, members of the Technique F.C Football Camp were given a tour of our National Olympic Museum. The group consisted of 43 campers and 6 adults.
St. Michael Secondary School Museum Visit
As part of their CAPE Physical Education examinations preparation, 22 students of the St Michael Secondary School paid a visit the Olympic museum. The students were exposed to an in-depth overview of the Olympic movement, a presentation on Careers in Sports followed by a tour of the Olympic museum. Students also received a special education … Continue reading St. Michael Secondary School Museum Visit
30 Complete Level 3 Coaching Programme
Participants of the Level 3 National Coaching Certification Programme (NCCP) clinic were awarded certificates at a graduation ceremony held at the Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA) headquarters in Wildey on Monday. The 30 coaches, who participated in the seven-month training programme, received training aimed at providing them with the theoretical knowledge of sport science to … Continue reading 30 Complete Level 3 Coaching Programme
Caribbean Coaching Certification Programme starts at Olympic Centre
The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA) has officially commenced their annual Introduction to Coaching Course under the auspices of the Caribbean Coaching Certification Programme (CCCP). The CCCP is a grassroots entry-level coaching course designed for sport leaders and club coaches. This year’s course participants include 36 local coaches representing 12 sport disciplines, as well as … Continue reading Caribbean Coaching Certification Programme starts at Olympic Centre