Angling Development Board ADB Coach Licence

What is the ADB Coach Licence to Practise Scheme?

The Angling Development Board (ADB) coach licence to practise scheme is a scheme that coaches can subscribe to in order to obtain comprehensive insurance and other benefits.

It is underpinned by a set of minimum quality standards to practise as an angling coach. This includes the need for angling coaches to:

hold a recognised angling coaching qualification
sign up and abide by the ADB Equity and Child Protection Policy
sign up and abide by Sport Coach UK Code of Practice for Sports Coaches
produce evidence of logged coaching practice
produce evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
produce photographic ID
have completed a Criminal Record Bureau check

Who is it for?

Both Level 1 and Level 2 qualified angling coaches can apply for the ADB Coach Licence to Practise scheme. Level 1 angling coaches are qualified as assistant coaches and can apply for Registered coach status. Level 2 coaches are qualified to independently coach and can apply for the Licensed coach status.

What are the benefits?

The benefits of the ADB Coach Licence Scheme are:

it provides comprehensive insurance cover
recognition from governing bodies, clubs, the Environment Agency, County Sports Partnerships and Local Authorities as being qualified and safe to coach angling
it provides a quality assurance mechanism for employers of coaches
discounts off angling products
re-assurance for schools and parents that the appropriate checks have been undertaken

How do I get more information?
Download a flyer
L1 Coach Registration Flyer
L2 Coach Licensing Flyer

To make an application
Or if you have any further questions please contact:

Angela Woodgates
Coach Licence Administrator
T: 0115 9061313