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Register Now for NCCP Level 1 Coaching Certification

The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA), in collaboration with the Coaching Association of Canada, is pleased to announce the upcoming session of the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1 from February 27 to March 1, 2026. This is your chance to gain an international, standardised, multi-level certification that will significantly boost your coaching knowledge, … Continue reading Register Now for NCCP Level 1 Coaching Certification

Register Now for the 2026 Advanced Sport Management Course

The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. and the National Olympic Academy are now accepting applications for the 2026 Advanced Sport Management Course (ASMC). This professional diploma programme is aimed at strengthening leadership and management capacity within sport organisations. This course is tailored for individuals serving in senior roles or managing key projects within their organisations. Eligible … Continue reading Register Now for the 2026 Advanced Sport Management Course

National Olympic Academy of Barbados to Host 5th National Session for Young Participants (NSYP)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will take centre stage when the National Olympic Academy of Barbados (NOAB) hosts the 2025 National Session for Young Participants (NSYP), from Friday, August 29, 2025, to Sunday, August 31, 2025. The NYSP, now in its fifth year, is a dynamic and interactive residential forum designed to engage young people in discussions … Continue reading National Olympic Academy of Barbados to Host 5th National Session for Young Participants (NSYP)

Elevate Your Coaching: Join the NCCP Level 1 Certification Program

Are you ready to take your coaching to new heights? The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA), in partnership with the Coaching Association of Canada, is excited to host the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1 from Friday, February 7 to Sunday, February 9, 2025, at the Barbados Olympic Centre. This programme, which started in … Continue reading Elevate Your Coaching: Join the NCCP Level 1 Certification Program

International Coaching Course Scholarship Opportunity

Applications are open for the International Coaching Course (ICC) scheduled to run from April 1 to May 31, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary. This eight-week programme, organised by the Hungarian University of Sports Science (HUSS) in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee and supported by Olympic Solidarity (OS), offers an unparalleled chance for coaches to elevate … Continue reading International Coaching Course Scholarship Opportunity

Level 1 National Coaching Certification Program to be Held Next Month

The Barbados Olympic Association Inc., in collaboration with the Coaching Association of  Canada will host a National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1 Clinic from Friday, October 4, 2024, to Monday, October 7, 2024. The programme, which will be presented by Mr. Wayne Parro, aims to establish a standardised multilevel coaching certification structure and pathway … Continue reading Level 1 National Coaching Certification Program to be Held Next Month

Sports Administrators Course 2024

The National Olympic Academy of Barbados (NOA) will be hosting a Sports Administrators Course from October 8 to November 2, 2024. The Sports Administrators Course is an introductory programme intended to assist National Federations (NFs) in building their capacity and enhancing efficiency in managing their organizations. It aims to prepare sports administrators to tackle the … Continue reading Sports Administrators Course 2024

Upcoming MEMOS XXVII Applications Open

The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA) is pleased to announce the call for applications for the upcoming Executive Masters in Sport Organisations Management (MEMOS XXVII).  The BOA will select and recommend one successful applicant for an Olympic Solidarity Scholarship to pursue the programme, which runs from August 2024 to September 2025.  MEMOS offers an intense and … Continue reading Upcoming MEMOS XXVII Applications Open

Local Coaches to Benefit from Upcoming CCOL Seminar

The National Olympic Academy (NOA) of Barbados will hold another Coaches Community of Learning (CCOL) seminar on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Coach Jamal Grosvenor will deliver the second instalment of CCOL, which is a platform for coaches to share and learn from each other. The upcoming seminar, themed 'Periodization Made Simple', will be held at … Continue reading Local Coaches to Benefit from Upcoming CCOL Seminar

Upcoming International Coaching Course (ICC) – Call for Applications

Local coaches seeking to hone their skills are being encouraged to apply for the upcoming International Coaching Course (ICC) scheduled for Budapest, Hungary, from April 1 to May 31, 2024.  The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA) will recommend one successful applicant for an Olympic Solidarity (OS) Scholarship to pursue the non-degree course, which is organised … Continue reading Upcoming International Coaching Course (ICC) – Call for Applications