GNL coaches are required to be NCCP Level 1 Certified to coach in the Competitive Program, i.e. must have completed the 3 components of level 1; technical, theory and practical components, or must have received credit for level 1 technical minimum to coach in the Recreational Programs.
Coaches are required to be minimum 16 years of age and be supervised at all times if under legal age by a supervisor minimum 19 years of age.
Recreation Coaches who are not NCCP level 1 certified are required to be supervised by an NCCP Level 1 coach. A person the age of majority, 19 years or older, is required at all times.
NCCP Levels 1, 2, & 3 are offered within the province as the need arises in the 5 GNL regions.
Coaches are encouraged to participate in NCCP Level 2 & 3 Courses to prepare for higher level athlete training and competition.
NCCP requirements for Competitions:Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games: Level 1 Certified
Provincial Championships: Level 1 Certified
Atlantic Championships: Level 2 Certified
National Power tumbling Championships: Level 2 Certified
National Championships: Level 3 Certified
Canada Winter Games: Level 3 Certified