Frequently Asked Questions

FUN360° Academy is a learning community dedicated to transforming sport through evidence-informed education. Through engaging, self-paced learning experiences, we connect research, education, and practice to empower you to lead positive change and help create sport environments where everyone can thrive.

FUN360° reflects a holistic approach to creating positive sport experiences. The "360°" represents the interconnected roles of all sport stakeholders and communities in shaping the sport experience. Together, these influences help create environments where individuals can learn, grow, and perform.

FUN360° Academy supports individuals and organizations across the sporting ecosystem, including: 

FUN360° Academy equips sport stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to understand why fun matters in sport and how positive sport experiences can be intentionally created and sustained.

FUN360° Academy is powered by Áthlima Sport, an organization dedicated to redefining performance excellence through holistic athlete and sport development.

FUN360° Academy courses are designed to be engaging, practical, and flexible. Courses are delivered online and can be completed at your own pace. Course length varies depending on the course and how much time you choose to spend on each learning activity.

Online learning lets you complete courses from anywhere, at any time, using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. You can learn at your own pace, revisit materials when needed, and fit learning around your schedule.

Our courses are sport and stakeholder agnostic, so the concepts can be applied across different sports, levels of participation, and roles within the sport system. Whether you are an athlete, coach, parent, official, educator, practitioner, or leader, the learning experience is designed with you in mind.

Our courses are designed to be accessible and relevant to a wide range of learners, from those new to sport to experienced practitioners and leaders. The concepts and strategies presented can be adapted to a variety of sporting contexts and levels of experience.

FUN360° Academy courses are currently available in English. We are actively working to make our courses available in additional languages to support learners from diverse communities around the world.

We use clear, engaging language that speaks directly to learners. Courses are written for a reading level appropriate for ages 13 and older, while many concepts can also be explored by younger athletes with parental guidance and support.

All FUN360° Academy courses are self-paced and asynchronous, allowing you to learn whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you. You can progress through course materials at your own pace and revisit content as needed.

All FUN360° Academy courses include a certificate of completion that can be downloaded after successfully meeting the course requirements. 

FUN360° Academy courses are developed by experts in sport science, education, and curriculum design. Our courses are grounded in current research, evidence-informed practices, practical experience, and a deep understanding of the realities of sport. We focus on translating research into meaningful learning experiences and practical approaches you can apply in real sport environments.

Our goal is to bridge the gap between research and practice. We turn evidence-informed research into engaging learning experiences and practical approaches you can apply within coaching, leadership, education, and sport environments.

FUN360° Academy supports continuous growth by offering accessible, flexible, and evidence-informed learning opportunities that support development at every stage of your sport journey.

You can access the course on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device. For the best experience, use the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox. If something is not loading correctly, refresh the page, then try another supported browser.

On the sign-in page, select Forgot password and follow the prompts to reset it. If you do not receive the reset email within a few minutes, check your spam or promotions folder and make sure you are using the same email address associated with your account.

Pause the video for 10 to 20 seconds to allow it to load. If buffering continues, lower the video quality if available, close other tabs or applications that may be using bandwidth, and try switching to a different network. If you are on a work or school network, firewall settings may affect streaming, so try a home network or a mobile hotspot.

Your progress is saved automatically as you move through the course. Some lessons or activities require you to select a Complete or Continue button to record completion. If a lesson does not appear as completed, reopen it, scroll to the end, and confirm that you selected the completion button if one is provided.

First, refresh the page and try again. For downloads, ensure your browser allows downloads and that any pop-up blocker is disabled for the site. For PDFs, try opening the file in a different browser or downloading it to view in a PDF reader. For activities, check your internet connection and confirm that you are still signed in. If the issue persists, try clearing your browser cache or using an incognito/private browsing window.

FUN360° Academy supports team, club, school, and organizational learning initiatives.

Many sport organizations, schools, clubs, and governing bodies use online learning to support staff development, leadership training, coach education, and culture-building initiatives. We are happy to discuss organizational learning solutions tailored to your needs.

Through Áthlima Sport, we offer customized learning experiences tailored to the unique needs and goals of your organization.

We regularly expand our course offerings and educational resources. Follow FUN360° Academy and Áthlima Sport through our website, newsletter, and social media channels to stay informed about new programs, events, and professional development opportunities.

For questions about courses, partnerships, or organizational learning opportunities, please contact us at FUN360@athlimasport.org. We look forward to supporting your learning journey.