Overview

This topic will introduce students to coaching pedagogy and practice. It will thereby establish the foundations for future coaching studies in the Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Activity degree. The task presented will enable students to develop coaching philosophy, coaching pedagogy, and communication skills. It will also serve to … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Introduce the concepts of coaching philosophy, game-based coaching, and athlete centred coaching
  • Explore peer reviewed literature specific to coaching philosophy, game-based coaching, and athlete centred coaching
  • Support students to learn about the "Spectrum of Coaching Styles"
  • Facilitate student engagement with the Spectrum of Coaching Styles in an applied sports coaching setting

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of coaching philosophy and pedagogy
2.
Demonstrate an understanding of the Spectrum of Coaching styles by planning and enacting multiple coaching sessions to a variety of audiences, including colleagues, academic staff, and athletes
3.
Critically reflect on personal coaching performance
4.
Work effectively with a partner to enact a coaching session
5.
Demonstrate foundation knowledge of community coaching to create an inclusive, fun, safe and rewarding learning environment for participants

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