
Become a better coach
The building blocks for foundational coaching theory
translated into practical application
Effectively filter relevant information, adapt, and develop critical thinking skills
to coach athletes of any sport.
"Any coach looking to be better needs this tool in their toolbox. The ALTIS Team hit a grand slam
with this project."
LeCharles Bentley - Lead offensive lineman performance coach, Nike
WHY THE FOUNDATION COURSE?
You’ve spent hours trying to navigate the 'wild west' of coaching certification by mixing and matching pieces that don't always work together to create a reliable, fundamental foundation.
“I successfully completed the ALTIS Foundation Course today, which I have to say completely exceeded my expectations. So much great content, from great coaches that I will be reading and watching again and again as my own coaching practice develops. Really looking forward to the journey that the athletes and I are on and how this knowledge will help direct us.”
Mike Fountain - Sprints Coach - Northern Ireland
what to expect
Who's it for?
Who's It For
- Development Coaches
- Forward Thinking Performance Coaches
- Strength & Conditioning Professionals
- Physical Therapists
- Progressive Team, Court & Field Sport Coaches
- Track & Field Coaches
As a coach, your priority is to develop firm philosophy that will ultimately help you coach your athletes to their best.
Knowing where to start can be complex - which is why we are here to help you sift through the noise, gimmicks, and flimsy coaching clichés to develop real, science-based knowledge.
Develop a holistic understanding of key theories, themes, and principles that directly translate to your athletes
Equip yourself with the knowledge required to make sound coaching decisions
Build the confidence and understanding to question, adapt, and evolve your own philosophies
Demonstrate to employers, potential employers, and organizations that you are a forward thinking, evolving coach
The most reliable resource to confidently build your knowledge and
better coach your athletes to higher performance
12 Core Modules
Dive into 12 modules of foundational knowledge necessary for coaches of all sports – ranging across the spectrum from Track & Field, to Football, to Soccer, to Rugby, to Basketball, to Strength & Conditioning professionals
Video Examples
Video content featuring practical examples and contextual discussion to enhance translation of theory into application
Course Creators
Written by legendary coach and educator Dan Pfaff, and a host of globally renowned coaches - including PJ Vazel, Derek Evely, Dr Matt Jordan, and Stuart McMillan, the Foundation Course shares the collective knowledge of some of the most experienced minds in the coaching profession today.

Dan Pfaff, Author
Coach Pfaff is a globally recognized expert in the field of coaching & coach education. With over 40 years coaching across multiple T&F disciplines, Dan has led 49 Olympians to 9 medals and has lectured in 27 countries across multiple sports.


PJ Vazel, Author
A coach since 2004, PJ Vazel is recognized worldwide for being one of the brightest young professionals in sport research and statistics. In addition to coaching, he is a freelance writer specializing in the history and science of athletics performance.


Dr. Matt Jordan, Author
Dr. Matt Jordan is a highly regarded coach, speaker, and educator, who holds a PhD in Medical Science and a Masters in Exercise Physiology. He has authored and co-authored several peer reviewed articles and regularly presents at scientific conferences. To date, he has been the personal strength coach to 30 World and Olympic medalists, and has worked with elite athletes in many sports.


Derek Evely, Author
Hailed as a leading mind on training methodology, Coach Evely has accrued decades of experience working in T&F roles across multiple disciplines. He has also consulted in speed skating, hockey, and worked with various national multi-sport training centers in Canada. Derek has been team staff at 4 World Championships, 1 Olympic Games & the European Championships, among others.


Stuart McMillan, Author
Currently in his 21st year of professional coaching, Coach McMillan is CEO at ALTIS. Stuart has worked with professional and amateur athletes in a variety of sports with a focus on power and speed development, and has personally coached 60 Olympians at 6 Olympic Games; 30 of whom have won Olympic medals.

FAQs
No, you can choose to enroll at any time you like, and complete the course according to whatever timeline suits you. There is no time limit for completion, and you can study at your own pace.
All the content is delivered online-only, so you can study anywhere in the world. By choosing this format we have been able to create a multi-faceted approach to learning which includes videos and films as part of the course content, rather than just text and graphics. Each module is assessed by a number of multiple choice learning checks which can be taken in your own time. These are all online. To pass the tests you must gain a score of 80% or above. If you fail the first time, you are able to retake.
Yes, we welcome coaches globally – in fact we already have coaches from over 25 different countries enrolled onto the Foundation Course!
ALTIS is a global coach and athlete education and performance brand renowned for quality. Your certificate of completion provides recognition of you having acquired Foundational skills to the quality level associated with the ALTIS brand.
Yes! The Foundation Course has been awarded 2.0 CEUs in Category C, for certified individuals who successfully complete this course; representing the maximum level of CEUs that can be awarded in any single activity.
We welcome coaches and aspiring coaches with appropriate backgrounds into the Coach Internship Program. While not an essential prerequisite for entry, the Foundation Course will ensure you are fully prepared for the ALTIS Internship should you wish to apply. ALTIS Accredited Coach status will put you in a strong position as you will have acquired the Foundational understanding we look for in potential applicants.
Yes, there is no time limit to your login. Once you have completed the course you will continue to have access for reference and revision purposes.
No, it is not possible to download the course materials at this time.
You can choose to attend an onsite learning program such as the ACP, or you may wish to apply for an internship. Alternatively, you may wish to explore more of our digital course offerings.
While the Foundation Course provides an in-depth critical exploration of foundational coaching pillars, Essentials instead provides a more succinct synopsis – the essentials of the Foundation Course in essence. Essentials is for coaches who have not taken – or are not planning to take – the Foundation Course, and are instead looking for a briefer overview from the ALTIS perspective. For more information on the differences between the Foundation Course and Essentials check out the table here which summarizes the key points.
Hear The Review
A few words from Dr. Kelly Starrett - Founder of The Ready State - on the ALTIS Foundation Course.

The Foundation Course is everything we know about building a firm starting point for coaches. We’re so confident this Course will make it easier to get your athletes better results — that we’ll refund your money, no questions asked, if you let us know within 30 days that it’s not for you.
Reviews
“Don’t know anyone in the world that delivers the quality coaching content that ALTIS delivers consistently.”
Jorge Carvajal | Elite Performance Coach/Consultant
“This is a great online source for coaches at every level. A scientific approach that takes you from the early stages and beyond. For those interested in the science behind all phases of performance and not just strength and conditioning. I encourage you to definitely add this to your continuing education program. I personally enjoyed the content from external videos, journals, and additional readings to help tie in the global thoughts from well respected coaches in the community. The fact you get quizzes after each section helps affirm the knowledge and challenges you to critically think and apply the information covered. I look forward to the next phase!”
Paul Beckwith | Director of Sports Performance at APEX Athletics, USA
“The ALTIS Foundation Course exceeded my expectations. I was naturally skeptical about whether the course would provide beneficial content. It is comical to see the amount of certifications that exist nowadays, as well as the quality of the material included in those programs. What I enjoyed most about the course was the videos included in each module, the in depth explanations of the material covered in each section, as well as the additional reading that was placed at the bottom of each section. Since beginning the course, I have nagged my friends in the field to stop wasting money on certifications that will provide meaningless letters behind their name, and purchase content such as this. You knocked it out of the park with this course. Thank you! On to the Short Sprints Course…”
Austin Kirpes - S&C Coach - USA