STATE DIPLOMA TRAINING AGREEMENT

A Message from the Director

For over 20 years, we’ve been selecting and training instructors, trainers, and coaches. They are an essential resource for our profession as well as for the development and growth of our players at all levels, from recreational sports to elite competition. Finding the right people and the right coaches has never been easy. That’s why I’m proud and happy to enter into this partnership with the league so that I can finally begin working officially as an instructor myself. This gives us the opportunity to discover new talent who can benefit from our facilities, our diverse activities, and, last but not least, the exceptional setting in Cap d’Agde. I would like to thank Yannick Martinez, the director of the Centre International de Tennis, as well as the Elite Forma Academy for their support in this ambitious project.

Charles Auffray

Training Center

In partnership with the Occitanie Tennis League and the Cap d’Agde International Tennis Center, the French Touch Academy is becoming a training center for the DEJEPS Tennis (state diploma in youth, adult education, and sports) under the dual-track system.
Starting in August 2022, our facility will welcome a class of 12 candidates on site. All theoretical training will take place on the premises in Cap d’Agde. Regarding the dual-track component at the clubs:

• Four candidates will be selected to complete their practical training directly at the academy and at the club.

• 8 Candidates must sign a training contract with local clubs and organizations.

The Goals

In addition to providing an excellent, certified training program, the Academy aims not only to train candidates in the fundamentals of teaching and coaching, but also to equip them with the skills and knowledge essential for working in private and nonprofit settings.
Upon completion of the training program, our goal is to offer selected graduates employment opportunities directly at the Academy or with partner organizations, particularly abroad.
Our mission is to optimally prepare young coaches for the highly competitive tennis market through a comprehensive training program based on diverse experiences and the teaching of original content.

Training Content

The Basics

• Ability to design an action project (75 hours)

• Ability to coordinate the implementation of an action project (78 hours)

• Ability to lead a performance improvement process in tennis (524 hours)

• Ability to safely lead tennis training sessions (23 hours)

The “French Touch Academy” Style

• Competitive Sports Training

• Immerse Yourself in the Heart of Numerous Events

• Develop strong English skills so you can lead training sessions in English

• Fundamentals of Communication and Marketing

• Understanding the Basics of a Business Plan (Management/Forecasts)

The Benefits of This Training Program

• A Look at a Hybrid Structure: Organized Both Privately and as an Association

• Take advantage of the ideal environment for your training to become a certified professional

• Working with all target groups: all age groups, from mini-tennis to the highest level

• Further development of your skills in English, communication, and event management

• Excellent facilities: all court surfaces, indoor, outdoor, tennis & padel

• Participation in the academy's daily activities: training, competition support, events, and club and campus life

• Experienced and passionate mentors & exceptional internship opportunities

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 at the time the training begins.
  

• Possession of a first-aid certificate (PSC 1) or an equivalent qualification (AFPS, etc.).
  

• Proof of a current or former classification of at least 15/2.
  

• Possession of a valid tennis association license.

• Submission of a medical certificate attesting to physical fitness to play and teach tennis, issued no more than 3 months ago.
  

• Possession of the CQPET diploma (or AMT) or proof of at least 90 teaching hours within a sports year.