THRIVE High Performance Coach Development Programme
THRIVE – High Performance Coach Development Programme
We are delighted to announce a refreshed THRIVE – High Performance Coach Development Programme for season 2025/26.
This year’s programme will be laser-focused on supporting coaches to develop talented young performance players, with a smaller cohort allowing for personalised support.
Coaches will work closely with Scottish Squash performance staff to help players reach their full potential.
All in-person sessions will take place at Oriam, providing participants the chance to observe high-performance athletes and the support systems around them in action.
Programme structure
- Four in-person sessions at Oriam
- THRIVE: Bitesize online calls covering key topics across the season
- Dates scheduled with participants, first session scheduled for week beginning 29th September
Key themes
- A consistent approach between club and national coaching
- Delivering a world-class coaching system to produce top Scottish squash players
- Tailored coach and player development planning
This year’s programme will be open to coaches with players in the U21 Academy squad, to ensure maximum impact.
We will be in touch with those coaches in due course with further details on how to apply.
Overview
- Season long programme spanning from September 2025 to April 2026.
- 4 in person days for coaches.
- Relevant information communicated to the THRIVE group.
- THRIVE: BITESIZE calls on specific topics during the year.
Pre-Requisites
- Must be a head/lead coach of a club or programme.
- Must be working a minimum of 8 hours a week in squash.
- Must be open to learning and collaboration with Scottish Squash and other coaches.
- Minimum Level 1 coaching qualification.
- Must have a valid Scottish Squash Coach Licence.
In-Person Dates
Dates will be set in conjunction with participating coaches.
The first session will take place during week beginning 29th September 2025.
Additional Support
Participants with a total round trip of over 50 miles will be eligible to claim 25p per mile for travel to each of the in-person sessions at Oriam – subject to prior agreement with Scottish Squash staff.
