Performance sport is a highly competitive, fast-paced and innovative industry area.
It offers practitioners employment in a variety of roles; providing support to the highest level of athletes so that they can achieve their goals, supporting the delivery of international competitions or making sure spectators are safe.
Did you know - over 171 million hours of coaching are delivered each week and 40% of paid sports coaches are under 35 years old.
Learn more about the roles below and discover likely working hours, education requirements and career pathway options.
Coach – improve a participants experience of sport and physical activity by providing specialised support and guidance aligned with their needs.
High Performance Coach – working with elite and professional athletes to aid them in achieving peak performance in their chosen sport.
CIMSPA’s work enhances the career opportunities and professional development of the workforce operating in sport, fitness, exercise, leisure, gyms, coaching, outdoor exercise, health and wellbeing. We achieve this through sector-wide engagement, membership, networking, events, directories and professional standards.