20 Jul 2026
Proving safe environments for children, young people and adults to participate in Archery is just as much about creating a positive atmospheres, encouraging children an adults into clubs as it is about protection those from harm by providing safe environments. Â
Scottish Archery works closely with the Safeguarding in Sport Unit from Children 1st, sportscotland and Archery GB to make sure we are adhering to best practice in sport. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
Bookings are now live for Safeguarding Training Courses. These are available to book which includes Child Wellbeing & Protection in Sport (CWPS) and Child Wellbeing & Protection Officer (CWPO). The CWPO is the following course to CWPS and is specific training for club Child Wellbeing & Protection Officers. We also are organising a new Adult Wellbeing & Protection in Sport (AWPS) training course.
More details below:
1. Child Wellbeing & Protection in Sport (CWPS) Training Workshops
Date: 22.10.2026
Time: 18:00-21:00
Format: Online
Who: Coaches (part of AGB Coach Licencing), Volunteers, Officials
Description: Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (CWPS) supersedes the previous Safeguarding and Protecting Children (SPC) course. The training will provide you with the knowledge on child wellbeing and protection that will give you the confidence to deal with issues that may arise in your role working with children.
Booking Link: HereÂ
2. Child Wellbeing & Protection Officer (CWPO) Training Workshops
Date: 26.10.2026
Time: 18:00-21:00
Format: Online
Who: Child Protection Officers for Clubs and Areas (Requirement as part of our Club Affiliation process)
Description: Child Wellbeing and Protection Officer (CWPO) Training is suitable for individuals responsible for leading their club or organisation in the wellbeing and protection of children and young people. Learners will have the opportunity to develop knowledge of the roles and responsibilities associated with child wellbeing and protection.
Booking Link: Here Â
NEW Adult Wellbeing & Protection in Sport (AWPS) Training Workshop
The Adult Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (AWPS) training is suitable for coaches, leaders, volunteers, officials and also individuals responsible for leading their club or organisation in the wellbeing and protection of adults. Learners will have the opportunity to develop knowledge of the roles and responsibilities associated with adult wellbeing and protection.
This training includes how to identify concerns, respond to concerns and disclosures and how to create a safe culture within a sports club setting in Scotland.
Date: 13.10.2026
Time: 18:00-21:00
Format: Online
Who: Coaches, club leaders, volunteers, officials, and designated Wellbeing and Protection Officers (WPOs).
Booking Link: Here
If you are looking for training courses sooner or on alternative dates, click here.
Any further queries please get in touch with Jacqui Dunlop, Safeguarding & Operations Manager at admin@scottisharchery.org.uk