Diving Victoria will be delivering its nation-leading Fundamentals and Level 1 Coach Accreditation Workshops on Saturday, 12th September, 2026 at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre.

This course will be delivered over one (1) full day of learning with coach candidates able to register for one or both of these offerings depending on which national accreditation is most suitable for them and their coaching aspirations. 

The renewed format and content of this Workshop will provide prospective Level 1 Coaches with a clear understanding of the fundamental principles of delivering fun, safe and engaging diving activities. The workshop will efficiently maximise in-person and at-home learning with face-to-face content delivered by our approved national course facilitators. 

Registrations for this Workshop will necessarily close one (1) week prior to Course delivery to allow ample time for registrants to complete the required prior learning and participation requirements (see relevant Pre-Workshop Attendance Requirements below). To further support the timely completion of these components, access to these modules will be provided to the candidate as soon as practicable after registration. 

Fundamental Coach Accreditation: Practical Skills Workshop

The Fundamentals Practical Skills workshop will run from 8:30am to approximately 12:00pm. A Workshop schedule will be provided to all registrants closer to the Workshop delivery date. This accreditation is most suitable for first time coaches with minimal experience or familiarity with diving.

Fundamentals Workshop Registration Fee: $120.00

Registrations Close: Sunday, 6 September, or sooner if sold out.

Diving Australia Level 1 Coach Accreditation: Practical Skills Workshop

The Level 1 Practical Skills workshop will run from 8:30am to approximately 4:30pm. A Workshop schedule will be provided to all registrants closer to the Workshop delivery date. This accreditation is most suitable for prospective Club/Program Coaches with existing experience and/or familiarity with diving activities and environments. 

Level 1 Workshop Registration Fee: $230.00 (includes Fundamentals Workshop registration, full day attendance mandatory)

Registrations Close: Sunday, 6 September, or sooner if sold out.

Additional Information for all Course Registrants:

Attendance at a relevant in-person Practical Skills Workshop is one (1) necessary requirement for attaining National Diving Coach Accreditation. To review all current Level 1 Coach accreditation requirements: please click here. To review all current Fundamentals Coach Accreditation requirements: please click here. 

In all cases, coach candidates must be at least 16 years old to hold a national Coach Accreditation. However, given the frequency of Diving Victoria Workshop offerings and the necessary completion of additional accreditation requirements: attendance at this workshop is open to any member who is 15 years or older. 

During the practical Workshop there will be regularly scheduled learning breaks and Q&A opportunities. Some catering will be provided for attendees however, there is also a fully equipped café on site (Sir Albert) and you may wish to bring your own food with you. If so, there is a refrigerator and microwave you will be able to access if desired.

Pre-Workshop Attendance Requirements:

1. All Workshop attendees must be, at minimum, a registered Diving Victoria Volunteer member ($0). To complete or renew your membership: please click here.
   
   
2. All Workshop attendees must hold a valid Working With Children Check that is linked to Diving Victoria. Volunteer Working With Children Checks are free via the Service Victoria website. Volunteer cards are adequate for attendance at this Workshop and for volunteering opportunities within the Diving Victoria community. You can then upgrade your Check prior to engaging in paid employment.
   
   
3. All Workshop attendees must have completed the following eLearning modules: 
   
   • Community Coaching Essential Skills (Australian Sports Commission)
   • Relevant Diving Australia Courses (access to be provided post registration):
     • DA Level 1 Coach Education Course
     • Introduction to Dryland Training
     • Fundamentals Diving Coaching Course

If you have any questions related to this Workshop or the process to attain a Level 1 Coach Accreditation, please email info@divingvictoria.com.au