Free Level 3 Sports Leadership Course in Basingstoke

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySPORTLUK

About this course

Free Level 3 Sports Leadership Course in Basingstoke. Classes run full-time at Queen Mary's College. The course runs over one year and develops the knowledge and practical skills needed to plan, lead, and evaluate sport and physical activity sessions. You'll study full-time during the day, making it a focused route for those ready to commit a year to building their sports leadership qualification. The course covers areas such as coaching principles, working with participants, and organising sporting events.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who want to continue studying

Entry requirements

Please see website

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in planning and leading sport and physical activity sessions.
  • You'll learn how to motivate and manage groups of participants safely.
  • You'll study the principles of coaching and sports leadership.
  • You'll explore how to organise and evaluate sporting events and activities.
  • You'll learn about health, safety, and safeguarding in a sports context.
  • You'll build knowledge of how to support participants with different needs and abilities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Queen Mary's College, combining taught content with practical leadership activities. Assessment is likely to include observed practical sessions, written assignments, and portfolio work. The centre will confirm the full assessment breakdown when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Queen Mary's College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, leading sessions in a club or community setting
  • Activity leader, organising sport and leisure programmes
  • Sports development officer, supporting participation in local sport
  • PE teaching assistant, supporting physical education in schools
  • Community sports coordinator, running local activity projects
  • Leisure centre instructor, delivering fitness and sport sessions

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching (sport-specific) - deepen your coaching expertise in a chosen sport.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification - move into fitness instruction and personal training.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Development - a higher education route for those wanting to progress into management or specialist roles in sport.
  • PGCE or School Direct (with further study) - for those considering a career in PE teaching.

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