GSA Girls Go Gold Conference – Friday 13th September 2019, English Institute of Sport, Sheffield

Programme Overview

Time Programme

09:30 Arrival and Registration

10:00 Opening Keynote featuring Dame Katherine Grainger

10:45 Session 1 (Theory)

Theory

Sport Technology/Engineering Masterclass

Media at Major Events Masterclass

Sport Psychology and Athlete Performance Masterclass

Sport Development Masterclass

Business of Sport Masterclass

Physical Activity and Health Masterclass

10:45 Teacher Workshop – Sheffield Hallam University

11:45 Lunch

12:30 Session 2 (Recreational)

Ice Skating Altitude Aerial Ropes & Assault Course

Drumba

13:45 Movement

14:00 Session 3 (Practical)

Goalball Masterclass

Strength & Conditioning Masterclass

Athletics Masterclass (hurdling, long jump, high jump, shot put)

Boxing Masterclass

Cycling Masterclass

Netball Masterclass

14:00 Teacher Workshop – Youth Sport Trust

15:00 Movement

15:15 Closing Keynote

16:00 Depart

o There will be the following 3 strands available;

- Theory sessions x 6 – scheduled in Session 1

- Practical sessions x 6 – scheduled in Session 3

- Recreational Session x 3 – scheduled in Session 2

o For the theory and practical session, each activity will take up to 30 students in each and will

be available on a first come first served basis.

o The YST will allocate session places on a first come first served basis and this will be

communicated back to schools before the event.

o Full synopsis for each of the theory and practical sessions are detailed below;

Theory Sessions:

Session Overview Deliverer/s

1. Sport Technology/ Engineering Masterclass Session ID: Theory1

This session is aimed at anyone with an interest in Science Technology Engineering and Maths (STEM) topics. It will be a practical/theoretical session which will discuss the use of technology in physical activity and sport: why it is important, how technology influences outcome and will discuss important design considerations. Participants will: • Gain an insight into the world of design and technology in sport • Have the hands on opportunity to learn about innovation, with the final outcome of creating an innovation of their own • Collect data and evaluate a design

Dr. Sarah M Churchill BSc (Hons), PHD – Senior Lecturer & Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Technology degree. Dr. Alice Bullas BSc (Hons) MSc (Hons, PHD – Researcher (sport and health innovation) within the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre.

2. Media at Major Events Masterclass Session ID: Theory2

The session is appropriate for all age ranges and will include: • The everyday realities of working with the media at major sport events (Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, World Championships). • The relationship between sport and the media, the income generated as a result and the political influences that often impact on media coverage. • News values – why an event is covered and what makes a ‘good’ story/feature. • The branding and marketing of sport events. • Celebrity endorsements. • Examples from a wide range of events that Sheffield Hallam Sport students have been involved in.

Rosemary Leach – Principal Lecturer and Professional Lead for Sport, Communities and Enterprise within the Department of Sport at Sheffield Hallam University.

3. Sport Psychology and Athlete Performance Masterclass Session ID: Theory 3

The session will focus on understanding the role of psychology in sport performance and how sport psychologists work with elite athletes to prepare them for the competitive environment. Through some practical activities the session will allow participants to experience some of the key psychological skills used to help athletes perform under pressure.

Professor Joanne Butt PhD, C.Psychol, AFBPsS, MSc, PGCE, BA Hons- Registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist.

4. Sport Development Masterclass Session ID: Theory4

This session aims to provide an introduction to sport development and provides the building blocks for success in unit 1 of the BTEC L3 in Sports Development. Students will: • Examine “sport development” through their experiences with sport and physical activity • Describe key motivations and barriers to sport and

Michelle Vernon-Way BSc, Hons, PGCHE – Course Leader in MSc/PGD Advanced Sport Coaching Practice Jude Langdon - Senior

physical activity throughout different stages of the lifecycle • Identify and describe the national organisation involved with sport and physical activity in England.

Lecturer Course Leader BSc (Hons) Sport Development with Coaching Kim Longbon – Lecturer for Academy of Sport and Physical Activity BSc (Hons) and MSc Sport Management Senior Lecturer Sport Development with Coaching

5. Business of Sport Masterclass Session ID: Theory 5

This session will explore a current sport business management issue, looking to provide solutions and answers to the challenges faced. The topic for discussion will be chosen from the news closer to the session to ensure its relevance in the field. The session plans to: • Encourage participants to act as managers within an organisation that has a challenge to deal with • Use Edward De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats to stimulate discussion around a topic • Explore the chosen issue from six different perspectives • Develop creative solutions for the chosen issue

Vicky Norman – Senior Lecturer in Sport Business Management Joanne Marsden-Heathcote BA (Hons), PGCert, MBA (Psych), FHEA, CMI – Senior Lecturer in Sport Business Management

6. Physical Activity and Health Masterclass Session ID: Theory6

This session will focus on using function fitness assessments with inactive adults. The session plans to: • Simulate the impact medical conditions can have on every day activities • Use role play to complete functional fitness assessments • Explore how increasing physical activity levels can impact quality of life • Identify barriers to increasing physical activity levels for adults with medical conditions • Discuss how to best support people to increase activity levels

Emily Newton – BSc (Hons), MSc, Level 4 Exercise Specialist & Lecturer in Sport and Physical Activity

Practical Sessions

Recreational Sessions

1. Ice Skating Session ID: Recreational1

Ice skating is a great way to have fun and keep fit. Skates will be provided and

regardless of whether you’ve never skated before, or have plenty of experience,

everyone is welcome to join!

2. Altitude Aerial Ropes & Assault Court Session ID: Recreational2

Take each of the challenges head on as you work your way around the 34 obstacles

including rope bridges, scramble nets, balance beams, swinging logs, and a climbing

wall before taking the plunge at the end with an exhilarating 30 foot leap of faith.

No experience or skill is required, just a willingness to have fun. Once connected by

our instructors to an overhead safety line, that’s it! You remain connected

throughout the course allowing you to concentrate on having fun.

3. Drumba Session ID: Recreational3

This is your opportunity to combine some great fun and energetic activities such as

cardio training, balance exercises, coordination skills, resistance and strength

techniques. All of which get you in the flow/feeling of the beat and the music. You

can follow and learn a variety of styles of music and beats too. Above all its a feel

great about yourself exercise class.

Session Overview Deliverers

1. Goalball Masterclass Session ID: Practical1

Get an insight into Goalball, a disability team sport incorporating physical and visual disabilities. You will have a chance to play the game and look into incorporating individuals with varying abilities into one sport or activity

Becky Ashworth, National Development Manager and Lead Safeguarding Officer for Goalball UK, plus coaches.

2. Strength & Conditioning Masterclass Session ID: Practical2

With a mixture of Powerbelle weight lifting sessions and strength and conditioning masterclass, find out how important it is to develop your strength to support you in sport.

Dave Hemborough MSc, PGDip, ASCC – Senior Sport Science Officer for SHU.

3. Athletics Masterclass (Hurdling, Long Jump, High Jump, Shot Put) Session ID: Practical3

Work your way around 4 stations of masterclasses, including long jump, high jump, hurdles and shot put with ex GB athletes and qualified coaches

Rebecca Peake, Ex GB athlete, Hallam activators and coaches

4. Boxing Masterclass Session ID: Practical4

Incorporating a mixture of boxing technique and fitness, this session gives participants the chance to learn more about basic boxing techniques and take part in boxing fitness activity

Shereen Hutton, England Boxing Level 1 amateur coach/elite boxer & GB boxing coach Sharon Halford

5. Cycling Masterclass Session ID: Practical5

Take part in a fully immersive spin session, delivered in the new Spin room with a fully interactive screen.

EIS staff

6. Netball Masterclass Session ID: Practical6

A fun and challenging masterclass in netball aimed to give hints, tips and support to develop a player’s skill level.

Hannah Shearwood, Coaching and Development Officer for England Netball

Teacher Workshop

An opportunity for teachers to attend a tailored workshop specifically for teachers, with a session

delivered by Sheffield Hallam University and a separate session delivered by Youth Sport Trust.

10:45 – 11:45: Teacher Session – Sheffield Hallam University

In this session, led by Sheffield Hallam University, we will be giving an

overview of the Sport offer at the higher education level and specifically at

Sheffield Hallam University.

We will discuss the vast opportunities available for students, not only the

wide range of courses we offer, but through sport programmes, clubs and

extra-curricular activities.

We’ll also talk about the types of activities currently on offer and hear from

you about your needs and requirements when thinking about

opportunities for your students progressing into HE.

14:00 - 15:00: Teacher Session – Youth Sport Trust: Hosted by Emily Reynolds, Head of Sport, Youth Sport Trust

Teachers will hear about the work the Youth Sport Trust is doing to

transform PE’s place on the curriculum, putting it at the centre of students’

wellbeing and achievement.

Through the session, teachers will be encouraged to reflect on their PE

offer, positioning it to be a subject which develops young people’s

wellbeing and achievement, not just their sporting ability.

If you have any queries about the programme, please contact events@youthsporttrust.org