Sports & Recreation Courses and Certifications

Sports and Society

9 ratings

Explore the complex interplay between sports and society, examining issues of money, politics, race, gender, and culture through an interdisciplinary lens. Gain fresh perspectives on popular and niche sports alike.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Professional Sport Management

16 ratings

Gain insights into sports business fundamentals, marketing strategies, and governance models with expert analysis and real-world examples from top teams.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Stephen Curry Teaches Shooting Ball Handling And Scoring

Stephen is teaching everything he’s learned, from perfect shooting mechanics to on-court concepts and basketball drills.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Serena Williams Teaches Tennis

This is as close as you can get to a private lesson with one of the world's greatest tennis players.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Tony Hawk Teaches Skateboarding

Tony teaches you beginner, intermediate, and advanced tricks in street, park, and vert. Learn how to push yourself, get up when you fall, and find your own style.

• MasterClass
• 1 hour 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Simone Biles Teaches Gymnastics Fundamentals

Discover how Simone performs under pressure, learn to practice like a champion, and claim your competitive edge.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Learn elite rock climbing techniques from world-renowned climbers Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell. Master footwork, body positioning, mental exercises, and advanced movements to tackle challenging walls and push your limits.

• MasterClass
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Wayne Gretzky Teaches The Athlete S Mindset

Learn the power of an athlete’s mindset and tap into passion, motivation, and dedication.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Joan Benoit Samuelson Teaches The Runner S Mindset

Whether you’re an experienced runner or have been thinking about getting started, you’ll learn how to get motivated, set goals, and achieve victory in running and in life.

• MasterClass
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Sports Marketing

1516 ratings at Coursera

Explore sports marketing strategies, from ticket pricing to crisis management. Learn to develop sponsorships, leverage social media, and enhance brand positioning through sports relationships.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Science of Training Young Athletes

988 ratings at Coursera

This course is packed full of practical sports science information that provide youth coaches and parents with the practical pediatric sports science insights to successfully retain young athletes and develop their sport potential while avoiding injury a…

• Coursera
• 19 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

International Entertainment and Sports Marketing

498 ratings at Coursera

Explore global sports and entertainment marketing strategies, focusing on cross-country and cross-industry innovation. Learn from industry experts and apply key concepts to drive business growth.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

University of Lausanne

Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

371 ratings at Coursera

Explore doping in sports through a multidisciplinary lens, examining its history, societal impact, and the complex interplay of institutions, athletes, and anti-doping efforts.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Sports Turf Management: Best Practices

22 ratings at Coursera

Explore athletic field construction, maintenance, traffic management, and artificial turf. Learn best practices for creating safe, durable playing surfaces through expert techniques and innovative solutions.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Football: More than a Game

41 ratings at Coursera

Explore football's global impact beyond the pitch, from history and myths to modern spectacles, rivalries, and its role in development, diplomacy, and society.

• Coursera
• 6 weeks, 5 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course