Coaching Staff

At Round 7, our coaching staff is the foundation of our programs. Every coach is developed through our internal training system to ensure they understand how to safely and effectively support children on the autism spectrum while delivering structured recreational training.

Certifications

All Round 7 coaches maintain current certifications in:

  • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
  • First Aid
  • Round 7 internal coaching certification

The Round 7 – 1000 Mile Coach Development Model™

Unlike traditional programs that rely only on classroom instruction, Round 7 measures coaching readiness through real-world experience. We believe great coaches are built through time on the field, not just theory.

Our 1000 Mile Coach Development Model™ tracks the actual distance coaches train alongside athletes. This ensures coaches gain true experience working with children of different abilities, behaviors, and learning styles.

This model ensures coaches develop:

  • Real-world coaching judgment
  • Autism-informed instruction experience
  • Safety awareness in active environments
  • Patience and behavioral understanding
  • Skill progression planning
  • Confidence coaching techniques

Miles represent real coaching hours in parks, trails, courts, and training environments—not classroom simulations.

Coach Development Pathway

Coach Level 1 – Assistant Coach

Requirements:

  • CPR / First Aid certification
  • Completion of Round 7 internal methodology training
  • Approximately 300 miles of field training
  • Minimum 1 year experience

Role:

  • Assist senior coaches
  • Support small group instruction
  • Demonstrate safety awareness
  • Build athlete trust

Coach Level 2 – Lead Coach

Requirements:

  • All Level 1 requirements
  • Approximately 1,000 miles of field training
  • Demonstrated athlete development success
  • Program leadership readiness

Role:

  • Lead training programs
  • Mentor junior coaches
  • Support community program development
  • Maintain Round 7 coaching standards

Partner Coach – Program Leader

Requirements:

  • All Level 2 requirements
  • Minimum 2 years experience
  • Demonstrated leadership ability
  • Program management readiness

Role:

Partner Coaches may:

  • Operate local Round 7 programs
  • Lead community operations
  • Train new coaches
  • Expand Round 7 programs into new communities

Our Coaching Standard

At Round 7, we believe great coaches are not just instructors — they are mentors and role models.

We develop coaches who demonstrate:

  • Patience
  • Consistency
  • Professionalism
  • Positive attitude
  • Strong work ethic
  • Commitment to child development

These are the same qualities we help develop in our athletes.

Our Philosophy

Great athletes are built through training.
Great coaches are built through experience.

Round 7 develops both.