The UK Coaching Awards 2026 nominations are open, recognising outstanding coaches and those who support them across 10 award categories.
Whether it’ s a coach making a difference or a programme driving change, we want to recognise the best in great coaching. We’ d love your help in spreading the word and celebrating their achievements.
The categories( learn more on our website):
• Change a Life Award – This recognises an outstanding coach who has empowered and inspired individuals through great coaching.
• Coach Education and Development Practitioner of the Year – Supporting, mentoring, and raising coaching standards.
• Community Coach of the Year( Adults) – Supporting people of all abilities to stay active and engaged.
• Community Coach of the Year( Children and Young People) – Creating opportunities and changing lives at grassroots level.
• Green Award of the Year – In recognition of an outstanding effort to develop coaches with an understanding of the environmental crisis and its impact.
• High Performance Coach of the Year – Driving excellence at the highest levels of sport.
• Inclusive Coaching Award – Championing inclusion and accessibility in sport and physical activity.
• Online Coach of the Year – Harnessing digital platforms to make coaching accessible and inspiring.
• Talent Development Coach of the Year – Nurturing young athletes on their journey to success.
• Young Coach of the Year – Recognising rising stars making an early impact.