Throws Coach Athletics

Role Overview - Throws Coach

The Throws Coach is responsible for the planning, delivery, and development of Singapore Athletics throws programme, spanning the full athlete pathway from talent identification to high performance.

The role focuses on building technical consistency, physical robustness, and long-term athlete development across shot put, discus, hammer and/or javelin. The coach is expected to operate within a structured high-performance system, aligned with national performance objectives and international benchmarks.

Skills & Competencies

Technical & Coaching Skills

• High-level technical understanding of throws biomechanics (shot put, discus, hammer and/or javelin)

• Ability to teach and correct complex movement patterns clearly and consistently

• Strong knowledge of long-term athlete development (LTAD) and age-appropriate progression

• Competence in training planning and periodisation for throws athletes

• Ability to integrate technical coaching with strength, power and conditioning principles

Performance & Analytical Skills

• Ability to analyse technique using observation and basic video tools

• Use of performance data (training loads, competition results) to inform coaching decisions

• Strong problem-solving mindset when addressing performance plateaus or technical issues

• Understanding of performance demands at regional and international competition levels

Athlete Management & Welfare

• Athlete-centred coaching approach with clear professional boundaries

• Ability to manage athletes across different ages, abilities and motivational profiles

• Awareness of injury prevention, load management and return-to-play principles

• Knowledge of safeguarding, ethical coaching and duty of care standards

Communication & Collaboration

• Clear and effective communication with athletes, parents and key stakeholders

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary high-performance team

• Willingness to align with national technical models and programme direction

• Ability to provide constructive feedback and set clear performance expectations

Professional & Organisational Skills

• High level of professionalism, reliability and accountability

• Ability to plan, document and report coaching activities as required

• Openness to continuous learning and ongoing professional development

• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel for competitions and training camps

Personal Attributes

• Process-driven, patient and resilient

• High technical credibility with a no-shortcuts mindset

• Committed to long-term programme building rather than short-term outcomes

• Positive role model aligned with Singapore Athletics values