Role of DiscNS

Here is what the Government of Nova Sotia expects from Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs) like DiscNS: 

1. Current provincial sport boundaries allow for regular competition among a limited number players who regularly play among one another.  Play is to proceed under safe conditions.
2. The province looks to the PSOs to determine which events constitute a regular competition schedule within the region or province.  It looks to the PSO to provide clarity around who the regular competition players would be.  It also looks for the PSO to define safe play conditions, like cleaning discs, style of play, any schedule format requirements, and so on.

DiscNS does not say, nor does it want to say, how individual organizations run.  Whether an informal group who get together, a not-for-profit organization, or a business, DiscNS doesn't speak to their non-sport activities or operations.  If that group, organization, or business intends to run a disc-related sport event then the province looks to DiscNS to set the previously-mentioned parameters and suitability of the event. If a group, organization, or business expects to operate outside the PSOs for events then they should be applying to the province for special event permission.

Within the described framework, DiscNS acknowledges the typical local leagues and the regular MDGA competition series schedule as well-established "regular competition" in the province. 

If you have any questions on the role of the PSO relative to ultimate or disc golf in the province, please contact Mike McAllister at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Sport Nova Scotia for clarifications.

Feb. 19, 2021 6:40pm update: DiscNS looks to recognize "regular competition" as competition is presented to us.  If you want to have sport something recognized as a "regular competition schedule", please send the summary of your organization's past events and the event plan to continue the regular schedule to DiscNS to review.

Coaching Opportunities - Junior Ultimate Frisbee Touring Team

Coaching Opportunities

Posting date: 11 July, 2024
Application Deadline: 01 September, 2024

DiscNS Juniors Committee is looking for qualified coaches to support the 2024/25 "New Scotland Blues" Junior Ultimate Frisbee Touring Team. Please read through all responsibilities and qualifications before submitting your application. 

"New Scotland Blues" Coaching Responsibilities

The DiscNS Juniors Committee is seeking interested people for the roles of head and assistant coaches for both Open and Women’s Junior Provincial Touring Teams. In your application, please indicate if you have a preference for gender-matching team and coaching role. The 2024/25 season will run from September 2024 to August 2025. Coach selection will be completed by the end of August 2024. 

Coaches will be responsible for the following:

• Organizing and running touring team prospect camps in October 2024 and January 2025. This will indicate level of interest in the teams and give both the players and coaches an initial opportunity to interact and ask any questions. DiscNS Juniors Committee will assist in communicating dates to students and schools across Nova Scotia. 

• Organizing and running tryouts for the team(s) in early 2025.

• Coaches are expected to set expectations and schedules for the team (including booking field times).

• Create and execute practice plans.

• Coordinate resources and any additional services required.

• Organize tournament registrations and be available for all tournaments. 

• Coaches are expected to work with DiscNS Junior Committee for any fundraising events or plans. Equipment (cones, discs, etc.) will be provided by DiscNS.

*The only mandatory tournament is 2025 CUCs but it is highly encouraged that teams enter local tournaments, where possible. Scheduled games against High Tide NB are also strongly encouraged.

Coaches must present themselves in a professional manner as a representative of DiscNS. They are responsible for reporting updates to the DiscNS Juniors Committee to ensure the appropriate support can be provided by the PSO.

If you are interested in this position or know of someone that would be well suited to it please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as well as complete and submit the application for further consideration. Application deadline is (September 1st, 2024).

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in Ultimate Frisbee

• Must be NCCP - Competition Introduction Certified

• Must have access to transportation

• Ensure availability for Junior CUCs 2025

• Must complete/provide a vulnerable sector and background check

• Experience coaching/teaching school aged children but not necessary

• This role requires a high degree of independent practice, skills assessment ability, and the ability to implement & execute a class plan

• Experience in offering brief, supportive intervention strategies focusing on conflict mitigation

• Ability to navigate and de-escalate situations

• Knowledge of social determinants of health/social context and its importance in coaching/instructing is an asset

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants who have completed previous coaching qualifications must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

DiscNS is committed to being an organization that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all levels. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Coaching position is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to DiscNS.