COUNTY Durham Sport is planning its first coaches conference, it has been announced.

The event, aimed at coaches of any level or anyone involved in club administration, will be held at East Durham College in Peterlee from July 4 to 5.

Renowned coach Frank Dick will be delivering the keynote speech as well as three workshops on Saturday July 4.

The following day, Jeff Brown from BBC Look North will be hosting a question and answer session.

The will also be practical master classes where those attending can get involved or just sit back to see how the professionals do it.

Workshops will cover topics such as warm-ups, strength and conditioning, nutrition, funding and Clubmark.

The conference runs from 9.30am-5pm on the Saturday and from 9am-3pm on Sunday and costs £20 for both days or £15 for one day.

For a booking form, contact the County Durham Sport office on 0191-301 8416 or go to www.countydurhamsport.com/events/coaches-conference.

To guarantee your place, please return your booking form and payment before Monday 8 June 2009.