ETTU Opens Call for Course Conductors in Coach Education System

The European Table Tennis Union (ETTU), in cooperation with the ASCENT Academy, has launched an open call for course conductors to deliver the practical modules of the ETTU Coach Education System (CES). The first cycle of these sessions is scheduled to start in the first trimester of 2026 .

The ETTU CES is a long-term strategic project aimed at creating a structured pathway for coach education and certification in Europe. Its goals are to support the continuous professional development of coaches at all levels and to raise overall coaching standards by combining sports science with table tennis-specific expertise. The practical sessions will complement online learning modules, with a focus on hands-on training delivered in a face-to-face environment .

Role of Course Conductors

Selected course conductors will be responsible for providing advanced coaching content, leading interactive sessions, and mentoring participants. They will deliver training across three levels: Participation, Performance Development, and High Performance. The modules will cover methodology, technical and tactical aspects, physical conditioning, talent identification, and competition management. Course conductors will also collaborate with the ETTU Development Department to ensure consistency and alignment with CES objectives .

Application Criteria

The call is open to coaches from ETTU Member Associations who meet specific experience and achievement requirements:

ETTU Level 1 – Participation Coach

Requirements:

● Certificate/letter from the national federation confirming that the applicant has coached at least 2 players from beginner to cadet/junior level, who were either:

○ Selected for a cadet/junior national team at EYC/WYC/YOG, or

○ Invited to national training camps or official development programmes.

(Only one coach can be credited per player.)

ETTU Level 2 – Performance Development Coach

Requirements:

● Must meet at least one of the following:

○ Officially appointed head coach of the cadet/junior national team (confirmed by the federation), responsible at EYC/WYC/YOG.

○ Certificate/letter confirming that the applicant regularly coached at least 2 players during their cadet/junior years who have either:

■ Won medals at EYC/WYC/YOG, or

■ Played in European TOP 12 (cadet/junior), or

■ Become members of a senior national team (EC/WC/OG).

(Maximum of 2 coaches credited per player.)

ETTU Level 3 – High Performance Coach

Requirements:

● Must meet all of the following, cumulative and progressive:

○ Proven experience as a head coach at least 2 EYC/WYC/YOG.

○ Players coached achieved measurable results (e.g. medals, senior national team selection, Top 100 WR / Top 50 ER).

○ Additional credit may be given for club coaching achievements (Europe Cup / Champions League finals).

Applicants must also demonstrate teaching and methodological skills, contributions to coach education, strong communication and presentation skills, and proficiency in English (additional European languages are considered an asset).

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications by 24 October 2025, including:

  • Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages)
  • Motivation letter (max. 1 page) specifying the level(s) applied for
  • Supporting documents (certificates, federation letters, evidence of achievements, teaching/lecturing experience)
  • Contact details of at least one referee from their National Association or equivalent institution

Applications should be sent to projects@ettu.org .

Selection & Appointment

The ETTU Development Department, in consultation with the ASCENT Academy, will review all applications. Selection will be based not only on results and achievements, but also on teaching ability, communication skills, and contributions to education. Successful candidates will join the ETTU Course Conductors Expert Base and may be appointed as ETTU Coach Experts for future CES cycles .

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