The DEJEPS program prepares trainees for various professional dimensions of coaching and developing archery structures.
Structuring Professional Growth Through Field Experience
The DEJEPS (Diplôme d’État de la Jeunesse, de l’Education Populaire et du Sport) certification prepares trainees to handle multiple operational demands within archery clubs and regional structures. According to FFTA training documents, the curriculum centers on building absolute professional autonomy through four core pillars: designing and executing development projects, guiding beginners through initial progression phases, coaching competitive archers, and transmitting technical knowledge to future staff members.
Rather than relying purely on classroom theory, the program requires participants to anchor their learning in an apprenticeship structure. This hands-on placement serves as the primary testing ground where coaches apply federal guidelines to solve real-world logistical and athletic hurdles.
Local Development Projects Align Club Needs with Federation Strategies
A central requirement of the curriculum is the execution of a structured local development project within the trainee’s host club. FFTA guidelines specify that this initiative must originate from a thorough diagnostic assessment of the facility’s current standing. Trainees are tasked with engaging local stakeholders, addressing specific regional needs, and aligning their operational goals with broader national federation strategies.
This project functions as the backbone of the multi-year training trajectory, forcing coaches to balance community outreach with elite athlete preparation.
Balancing Beginner Integration With Elite Training
Beyond administrative and developmental planning, the curriculum demands rigorous practical competence in athlete management across all skill levels. Trainees split their focus between introducing novices to the fundamentals of the sport and managing the long-term progression of competitive archers.
The coaching methodology relies on structured training cycles, video and mechanical analysis, and sustained performance tracking over extended periods. This dual approach ensures that graduates can manage both grassroots club expansion and high-performance training environments effectively.
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