The Centro Sportivo Italiano (CSI) has scheduled an update course for coaches with 1° Livello CSI qualifications in soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Set for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the evening session aims to bridge traditional technical instruction with modern pedagogical, communicative, and psychological frameworks, placing specific emphasis on youth sport environments.
Bridging Technical Mastery and Youth Psychology
Coaches holding a 1st Level CSI qualification in soccer, basketball, or volleyball will gather at the Sala Cine-Teatro dell’Oratorio di Belledo, located at Via Fiocchi 66 in Lecco, to re-examine the educational responsibilities inherent in youth coaching. Organizers structured the curriculum to move beyond tactical drills and scorelines, focusing instead on group dynamics, motivational processes, and relational methodologies. The initiative aligns directly with the broader educational mission of the CSI network, emphasizing personal growth, inclusion, and mutual respect among young athletes.
Curriculum and Expert Instruction
The core of the evening program centers on a module titled "Sports Psychology: Training the Group, Educating the Context." This segment explores practical strategies for handling locker room dynamics, managing competitive stress, and managing interactions with parents—a frequent pressure point in youth athletics. Dr. Claudia Oddo, a practicing psychologist who also holds officiating and coaching qualifications in basketball, will lead the session. Accreditation for attendees begins at 20:00, with the main seminar starting promptly at 20:30.
Registration Details and Compliance
Participation in the October 28 course fulfills the annual continuing education requirement mandated for active CSI coaches. Enrollment fees are structured to encourage broad participation across local clubs, set at €20.00 for registered CSI members and €40.00 for non-members. Interested coaches must complete their registration by Thursday, October 22, 2026.
