Help with Formulating a Pitch to Coach
Hi SSCs,
Like many, I’ve trained the SS model for many years, even been an SSOC client for 2 years and want advance to coaching some people.
I train alone in my basement however, so the “get strong until other people notice” method is limited to people who mostly don’t care what the fuck I do. At least my dog loves me...
I do want to begin coaching a few people however, and I wonder if you would comment this plan. Near me is a hockey training facility. They run hockey camps but also offer off-ice training programs for adults and youth. I’d like to approach them as I’ve played hockey all my life and it’s close to my house. I know what it does to your game when you get strong.
Do you think this is even worth attempting? And if so, how would you modify the following “pitch” in order to increase the chances of having them take a chance?
- Ask whether they run any strength program today.
- Explain that I am a strength trainee and hockey player looking to gain experience coaching the barbell movements following the model set by Starting Strength.
- I am not looking to replace or take anyone’s job, only add to what they offer already. (I’ve heard Matt R. talk about making this point).
- If necessary, explain the focus on general strength gains, not sport specific movements.
- Offer a “pilot” program with only a hand full of young or adult athletes to demonstrate the program and benefits. eg. 3-5 people, 3 times a week for 8 weeks.
- Get into any details about specifics of the program and how it affects hockey players during the season and in off-season.
- Keep the conversation geared toward adult trainees or the parents of young hockey players. I know kids generally don’t give a damn about training or doing what they are told. They also don’t have money....
Any feedback as to how you think a message like this might be received, similar attempts you’ve made or heard yourself and whether this is worth attempting at all would be great.
Thank you.