


3-Step Pathway™ Gymnastics Coaching Programme
The 3-step pathway™ is the leading programme for training coaches in recreational gymnastics and trampolining. This pathway replaces the old system of Level 1 assistant and Level 2 lead coach qualifications.
Key Features:
• Each course is the equivalent of a Level 2 qualification in its own right.
• Upon completion, coaches aged 18+ are fully validated to lead sessions at the level covered by the course.
• Coaches under 18 can attend the courses and assist in sessions. Once they turn 18, they’ll be validated to teach unsupervised.
All courses are based on the internationally recognised Winstrada Gymnastics and Trampoline Development Programme.
The 3 Steps of Gymnastics Coach Training
Step 1
Foundation Gymnastics Coach
Step 1: Foundation Gymnastics (Winstrada Primer Grades 1-3)
This course covers activities for pre-school and disabilities, focusing on Primer Grades 1 to 3 of the Winstrada gymnastics development programme. It includes safe practice, contraindications, risk assessments, and code of practice.
This course equips candidates to teach children and adults with a wide range of disabilities and is also suitable for teaching mainstream pre-school children.
• Ages: 15+ (15-17 can assist a session; 18+ can lead a session)
• Training Formats: In-House, Open, Online/Distance Learning
Step 2
Recreational Gymnastics Coach
Step 2: Recreational Gymnastics Coach (Winstrada Grades 1-6)
This course builds on Step 1, focusing on teaching recreational gymnastics to children and adults.
• Ages: 16+ (16-17 can assist a session; 18+ can lead a session)
• Pre-Requisite: Completion of Step 1: Foundation Gymnastics
• Training Formats: In-House, Open, Online/Distance Learning
Step 3
Further Recreational Gymnastics Coach
Step 3: Further Recreational Gymnastics Coach (Winstrada Grades 7-10)
An advanced course for teaching higher-level recreational gymnastics, focusing on more complex skills.
• Ages: 18+
• Pre-Requisite: Completion of Step 2: Recreational Gymnastics Coach
• Training Formats: In-House, Open
