Prospect Petanque Club

Players form opposing teams generally of one, two or three players. The maximum number of boules (metal balls) used in a game is twelve.

Teams toss a coin to decide which team plays first. The winner selects where they would like to play then draws a circle on the ground 35-50cm in diameter. From the circle one player throws the cochonnet (small wooden ball) between 6 and 10 metres.

The first player then throws one boule towards the cochonnet, aiming to get as close as possible. The boule is thrown while standing still in the circle, with the palm of the throwing hand facing downwards when releasing the boule.

The opposing team then throws a boule, attempting to get closer to the cochonnet. If they get closer to the cochonnet, the first team plays again. If they do not get closer, they continue to throw until they do so or run out of boules, whichever comes first.

The team not closer to the cochonnet keeps playing until they get closer or run out of boules.

When all boules have been played the score is added up. The boule closest to the cochonnet wins the end and scores one point for that team. Additional points are scored for any other boules the winning team has closer to the cochonnet than the opposition's closest boule.

The winner of the end draws a circle around the cochonnet and begins a new end.

I would like to officially announce that Adrian Clements has volunteered to be the Veterans Coach which I have gratefully accepted and endorsed.

PA level 1 coaching course: [Application form .pdf 8Kb]
There will be a PA level 1 coaching course on the 12th of April for anyone wanting to attend.
Persons wanting to do the course must be PA licensed.
The course will be held at ESP clubrooms from 9am to approximately 4pm.
All successful attendees will be awarded certificates and the course will be run using the new CIEP Australia curriculum.
The course fee will be $30 per person. Your spot will need to be confirmed with the application form along with payment on or before the day of the course (Sorry, no exceptions!).

Coaching clinic: [Application form .pdf 8Kb]
A coaching clinic is planned for the 26th April 2008. This is open to everyone. Persons attending the coaching course will have an opportunity to test their new skills at this venue which I would like to encourage them to do so.

13Mar08 Report from Jean François VEYSSIERE, Pétanque Australia, National director of Coaching

PETANQUE AUSTRALIA COACHING POLICY

Part 1: Objectives

1. To standardise the Coaching and Selection principles of Pétanque in Australia.

2. To provide guidelines and procedures for coaches to ensure consistency of the (CIEP) Centre International of Education of Pétanque.

Part II: Applicability
This policy applies to all affiliated clubs, licensed players, competition officials and administrators involved in Pétanque Australia.

Part III: Definitions

1) Assessor: PA Level 1 practical exam

2) Level 1 Coach: PA level - 1 practical + AIS Level 1

3) Level 2 Coach: PA Level - 2 practical + AIS level 2

4) Level 3 Coach: PA level 3 “CIEP” + AIS Level 2

5) Level 4 Coach: CIEP Level 2 (not available in Australia yet)

6) Level 5 Coach: CIEP Level 3 (not available in Australia yet)

Part IV: Principles

A. Sporting Principles

Pétanque Australia seeks to consistently apply its sporting principles for all players.
Pétanque Australia believes that:

a) Coaching shall be made available to everyone, to improve and develop their playing skills and understanding of the game.

b) Opportunity for everyone to follow the path to becoming a qualified coach.

c) Everyone should recognise the contribution of every other person, treat everyone with dignity and courtesy, and take care of the environment, equipment and property.

d) Everyone should take responsibility for his/her actions and be a positive role model on and off the field.

B. Coaching Principles
Pétanque Australia believes that:

1. It is important to provide standard formats and practices in order to ensure that the quality of coaching is nationally consistent.

2. Coaching practices need to be regularly revisited and revised as necessary to reflect changes in the development of the sport.

3. Coaches should receive practical training in order to support the organisation and manage pétanque competitions.

4. Respect for the rules and procedures are important for the equity of the players.

Part V: Policy Statement

1. Pétanque Australia is committed to provide a comprehensive set of guidelines and procedures to ensure effective and efficient coaching of the sport of Pétanque in Australia.

2. Coaching standards must be consistent with the CIEP instruction and charter.

Part VI: Provisions

A. Coach Classification and Requirements

1. Coaches in Australia are to be classed as follows:

level	Requirements	Responsibilities	To Achieve Next Level
Assessor	Complete PA Level 1 (includes assessors exam and umpire exam for coaches)	- Ability to assist coaches in assessing players. - Club Coach.	Complete AIS Course
1	AIS Course Must be an active coach	- Run coaching clinics in State - Able to coach Teams in all competitions (State and Nationals) - Coach State Teams - Send half yearly activity report to State Director of Coaching - Can hold position on State selector’s panels as coaching representative.	Complete PA Level 2 practical course (includes exam).
2	Complete PA Level 2 course and practical exam Must be an active coach	- All of the above - Sends half yearly activity report to National Coaching Director for Administration - Ability to hold position of State Coaching Director - Ability to hold position as National Coach if appointed by Pétanque Australia Coaching Position.	Complete PA Level 3 course (includes exam) or/and “C.I.E.P” Course Level 1
3	Complete PA Level 3 course (include exam) or/and “C.I.E.P” Course Level 1 * Complete any other required courses from the AIS to keep coaches accreditation	- All of the above	Complete CIEP Level 2 International Course
4	CIEP Level 2 course (not available in Australia yet)	- All of the above
5	CIEP Level 3 course (not available in Australia yet)	- All of the above

2. Coaches must have:

a) a valid Pétanque Australia player’s Licence.

b) an Australian Institute of Sport qualification.

c) satisfied all administrative requirement

d) a Coaches Licence issued by Pétanque Australia Ltd

e) Followed all courses as set by the Administrative Director of Coaching and the CIEP.

3. Coaches Activity Requirements

level	Requirements
1	Must complete and send activity report to State Director of Coaching every six months. No activity for 2 years – PA Level 1 course may need to be redone to keep licence.
2	Must complete and send activity report to State Director of Coaching every six months. No activity for 2 years – PA Level 1 course may need to be redone to keep licence.
3	Must complete and send activity report to National Coaching Director for Administration, with copy to State Director of Coaching every six months. No activity for 2 years – PA Level 2 course may need to be redone to keep licence.
4	Must complete and send activity report to C.I.E.P. No activity for 3 years – Licence revoked by C.I.E.P (This is current process for C.I.E.P)

All coaches will need to maintain their qualification level by taking part in appropriate coaching workshops. Coaches, who for unforeseen reason are not able to participate, or contribute for a given time; will have to be re-assessed to keep their qualification level.

B. Coaching Commission Structure and Requirements

1 The Pétanque Australia Coaching Commission shall be composed of 3 to 5 members and consist only of coaches with Level 3 classification or National Coaches.

a. Chairperson appointed by Pétanque Australia Executive

b. Director of Coaching

c. 1 to 3 Supporting Members

2 This Commission shall :

a. Communicate with Pétanque Australia representative through the Chairperson of the Commission.
b. Assist Pétanque Australia in all aspects of coaching and selection process.
c. Supervise and/or direct coaches’ examinations throughout Australia.
d. Recommend to Pétanque Australia Executive Member, Coaches for our National Teams and International Tournaments as required.
e. Implement a system of training for new and current coaches.
f. Be the arbitrary body for all disciplinary measures to coaches being down graded or losing their licences due to miss behaviour.

3 The Administrative Director of Coaching (hereinafter referred to as the National Director) shall:

a. Administer and co-ordinate all qualified National, State and Club Coaches.
b. Appoint the “State Director of Coaching”
c. Liaise with the Director of Coaching in each State.
d. Implement and develop coaching programs.
e. Implement an activity reporting system for all coaches.
f. All coaches regardless of Level shall comply with and abide by all directives and guidelines of the Pétanque Australia Coaching Commission

4 State Director of Coaching shall:

a. Administer and co-ordinate all qualified coaches in his/her State.
b. Liaise with the League Committee representative.
c. Implement and develop coaching programs.
d. Implement a system of training for new and current coaches.
e. Report to the Administrative Director of Coaching

C. National Teams Coaches

National team coaches will be appointed by Pétanque Australia Coaching Commission.Requirements are as follows:

o Have coached teams in PA National Triples or PA International Easter Open

o Have coached their State sides

o Being active in the coaching space

o Must be Level 2 or Higher coach

Pétanque Australia August 07