Course Information

Introduction

English for Sports is designed to develop practical English communication skills for professionals working in sports, fitness, coaching, and sporting organisations. Participants will build the vocabulary and confidence needed to communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, officials, colleagues, sponsors, and international visitors in both training and competition environments.

This five-day course focuses on real workplace situations including coaching instructions, event coordination, sports administration, customer service, presentations, meetings, and written communication. Through practical role-plays, listening activities, and workplace simulations, participants will improve both spoken and written English while applying language directly to their professional responsibilities.

Objectives

1. Communicate confidently in English during sports training sessions, competitions, meetings, and daily workplace interactions.
2. Use appropriate sports-related vocabulary when coaching, organising events, and communicating with athletes and stakeholders.
3. Write clear and professional emails, reports, schedules, and event documentation related to sports activities.
4. Handle enquiries, presentations, and discussions with international athletes, officials, sponsors, and visitors using professional English.
5. Improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to support effective communication in local and international sports environments.

Who Should Attend?

1. Sports Coaches and Assistant Coaches.
2. Sports Club and Federation Administrators.
3. Fitness Centre and Gym Managers.
4. Sports Event Coordinators and Competition Organisers.
5. Physical Education Teachers and Sports Development Officers.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.