Coach

Across all levels of netball played at PNA, we encourage our coaches to have the appropriate level of knowledge and skills to create a fun, enjoyable and safe environment for participants.

PNA runs courses to assist coaches of all ages and skill levels in their development, and can assist coaches towards gaining Netball Australia accreditation.

There is also a range of great online resources and tools to assist with all aspects of becoming a great coach.

2025 Coaching Clinics

Attendees to PNA run coaching clinics must be affiliated with a PNA Club or School.

Selectors Workshop

This practical workshop outlines clear definitions for selection of players and covers recommendations for policies and processes to conduct trials. 

What you’ll learn 

  • How to set your selection criteria
  • What the selection process is
  • Role of the Selector 
  • Conflicts of Interest 
  • What to Look For 

Venue: Matthews’ Netball Centre

When: Thursday 20th February 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Cost: FREE

New Coaches Workshop

This workshop has been designed to assist with writing and delivering training sessions and game day coaching. Targeting NSG and Year 5 & 6 Coaches. 

What you’ll learn 

  • How to coach the basic skills of netball
  • How to write a training session and progress a skill
  • How to keep players engaged 
  • How to manage parents/ spectators 

Venue: Matthews’ Netball Centre

When: Tuesday 25th February 2025

Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Cost: FREE

On the Court Series

PNA run our ‘On the Court’ coaching sessions at various times throughout the year.

These sessions are aimed at coaches working with athletes aged year 7 to open, however, all coaches are more than welcome to register. Please complete a new registration form, for each clinic you wish to attend.

Details below apply to all sessions:

Venue: Matthews’ Netball Centre
Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm
Cost: $30 + PlayHQ Fee

Shooting Specialist – Monday, 17th March 2025

Defence Specialist – Tuesday, 18th March 2025

Centre Court Specialist – Wednesday, 19th March 2025

Accreditation Courses

Foundation Coach Online Accreditation

The Foundation Coach Online Course outlines introductory coaching information and basic netball techniques for beginner coaches, teaches, parents and NetSetGO coaches.

This course is solely online and is the first step in the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme from Netball Australia.

Cost: $77

Development Face to Face Accreditation Course

The Development Coach Workshop is an opportunity for Learners to put their theory into practice under the guidance of accreditation netball facilitators. This session combines theory and practical on-court activities.

Requirements

Must hold a Foundation Coach Accreditation, have completed the Development Coach Online Course and has a current Rules of Netball Exam with a pass mark of 70% or higher.

Cost: $79

Venue: Matthews’ Netball Centre

When: Saturday 29th March 2025

Time: 8:30am – 1:00pm

Coaching Resources

Netball WA

Visit the governing body for Netball in Western Australia for more information about the Netball Australia Coach Accreditation Pathway, relevant courses and the Online Learning Management System. There are also a heap of  free resources for help you planning and organise your team.

Play by the Rules

Information, resources and free online training to assist in preventing and dealing with discrimination, harassment, child safety, inclusion and integrity issues.