- Biblical teaching and grounding in the basics of the Christian faith

- Training in how to be a Christian in sport

- One-to-one discussions to enable you to think and apply the teaching and training

- Help on moving between life stages within Christians in Sport

- Serving within various elements of Sports Plus

- Playing sport together

There is no requirement for those on the Development Squad to be a Christian but they will be asked to sign to say they have read and will respect the beliefs set out in the Christians in Sport Statement of Faith.

Once applications open there will be a 4-week window, for forms to be completed. During this time we will begin to process applications, including contacting referees, however we will not start offering places until after this window. Places will be offered based on suitability, including information provided by referees, not on a first come first served basis.

Forms may still be submitted after the application window closes for any remaining places or to join the waiting list. For more information please see our FAQs.

Age
Those applying for the Development Squad must be 18 years old prior to the start of the camp to serve at Sports Plus. Those aged 17 years, including those who turn 18 during the week, must attend as a young person.

Safeguarding
Christians in Sport take seriously their responsibility for the young people in their care. All on the Development Squad will be required to undergo an enhanced level Criminal Record Check and attend a compulsory safeguarding session before joining the team. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found here and our policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders and policy statement on the secure storage of information are available on request. Click here to request either of these policies.

Cost
Costs for the Development Squad programme will be confirmed prior to applications opening. The costs covers all aspects of the programme; including accommodation, meals and training.

Coaching Bursary Programme
As we seek to develop future coaches for Sports Plus we have a bursary available to financially assist coaches in obtaining coaching qualifications in return for a commitment to coaching at Sports Plus.

If you would like more information about the Coaching Bursary Programme please contact us using the details below.