About National Institute For Sports
Prof. Olawale A. MORONKOLA – Director General
The National Institute for Sports (NIS) was conceptualized in 1972. It was formally established in 1974 by the Administration of then Head of State and Commander in-Chief of Armed Forces of Nigeria, Gen. Yakubu Gowon based on the need by the government to improve Nigeria’s performance in international sporting competition. The Law granting its autonomy, Decree 31 was promulgated on the 8th of July 1992. The National Institute for Sports is a research and training Institute. It is a Parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports.
2021/2022 ACADEMIC SESSION INTERVIEW
1st Interview for Regular & Basic Coaching course:
Date: 22nd & 23rd September 2021. Time – 9am
Venues: NIS, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos
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NIS, Package B, National Stadium Abuja
Available Basic Coaching Courses for Oct. – Dec. 2021
CHOICE OF COURSE:
Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Cycling, Dart, Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Judo, Karate, Power-lifting, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Taekwondo Traditional Sports, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling.
Entry Requirement: Veteran Athletes of not less than 30 years of age with a minimum of 3 GCE O/L credits/merits or its equivalence including English and Mathematics and any other subject plus 2 years cognate experience.
Admission forms:
Application forms now on Sale for 3 Months Basic Coaching Course
Scheduled to Hold October – December, 2021
Call Students Affairs Office on 08023034630 OR 08033859591
For online Assistance: Call 08121272245
Curriculum Overview
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Basic Coaching Course
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Advanced Certificate in Coaching
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Diploma Coaching
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Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching
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Diploma in Stadium Management
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Higher Diploma in Stadium Management
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