Licenses

Mandatory Licensing of Coaches to Take Effect January 1st

Monday, December 17, 2018 - 12:45 By United World Wrestling Press

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CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (December 17) -- United World Wrestling has sent a memo to all member federations and associations as a reminder that as of January 1, 2019 all coaches attending sanctioned events MUST have an annual license.

The message in full:

As of the 1st January 2019, all coaches attending United World Wrestling sanctioned competitions are requested to have an annual UWW license through the Athena system as per athletes and referees.

The license covers medical expenses abroad for your coaches attending the selected competitions and they must agree to the UWW code of ethics and conduct. The cost of the license is CHF 100.- per coach.

You will find herewith attached the sample of questionnaire that you will find in the Athena system which includes extracts of the UWW constitution and rules referring to the coaches conduct and behavior.

For any assistance you may require, please feel free to contact us at info@unitedworldwrestling.org

We remain at your entire disposal and thank you for your valuable collaboration.

To download the licensing and declaration form please click, here.

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Estonia searching for Greco-Roman head coach for LA 2028 cycle

Monday, August 26, 2024 - 12:23 By United World Wrestling Press

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TALLIN, Estonia (August 26) --- The Estonian Wrestling Federation is searching for a Greco-Roman head coach  for the LA 2028 Olympic cycle (2025-'28). 

Here are the roles and responsibilities for the head coaching position: 

  • Preparing athletes for championships and 2028 Olympic Games
  • Accompanying athletes during training camps and competition 
  • Preparing a yearly preparation and competition plan, following that plan 
  • Preparing a yearly budget for the team, following that budget 
  • Communication with other medical professionals and physical preparation coach concerning the athlete's physical health and preparation 
  • Communication with other countries head coaches
  • Communication with the Estonian Wrestling Federation concerning the training and budget plans
  • Be ready to help out our coach education program with 2-day course aimed to develop our club level coaches annually. 

Location: Estonia (day to day work)

Additional work trips with the team all over the world, mainly Europe (competitions and training camps).

Application process: Send a preparation and competition plan, as a motivation letter, with an estimate budget for the year 2025 (how you would see it for our Greco-Roman wrestling team) to est@uww.org

Salary: Salary is negotiable.  With your application please but forward expectation for your salary. 

Deadline for applications: November 30, 2024

If you have any additional questions, please contact the Estonian Federation directly. 

Contact information:
Secretary General: Jaanika Kaljola (EST;RUS) | Phone: +3725149591

Project manager: Velja Andruse (EST; ENG) | Phone: +372 5657 2067