Introduction to Coaching

Required Materials:

Technical Requirements

A PDF reader and a word-processing program are required for this course. It is also

recommended that you have either a Flash player or MP4 player.

• Flash Player
• Adobe Reader
• QuickTime MP4 Player
• Word Processing Programs:
  • Microsoft Word
  • Open Office

Syllabus:

Unit 1: The Role of a Coach

• 1 Sports Careers & Venues

In this section you will be learning more about sports careers. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Explain the various venues where sports are played
• Compare the roles of the coach at each sports venue
• List and explain the roles of those that work together for a successful sporting event
• Research three local coaching opportunities available

• 2 What is a Coach?

In this section you will be learning about the definition of a coach. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• List and explain the roles of those that work together for a successful sporting event
• Explain the responsibilities of a coach
• Identify various professionals a coach associates with and explain how a coach must work with them in order for their team to succeed
• Interview a coach working in their desired sport 

• 3 Coaching Philosophy

In this section you will be learning about coaching philosophy. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Explain various coaching models
• Create a personal coaching philosophy
• List various roles filled by a coach
• Explain some qualities of a good coach
• Understand the importance of setting personal boundaries
• Develop a list of personal boundaries
• Identify moral values and develop a personal code of ethics
• Develop a coaching philosophy based on your values and beliefs

Unit 2: Building a Team

• 1 Organization

In this section you will be learning about team organization. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Compose personal goals by using the action plan model
• List the five areas of administrative duties of a coach
• Create a balanced practice plan
• Create a detailed practice plan that includes a variety of skill development opportunities

• 2 Leadership

In this section you will be learning about leadership. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Evaluate various situations and determine the leadership style used
• Give examples of how to strengthen teamwork
• Apply the decision-making model to your life
• Apply the principles of teamwork and sportsmanship
• Modify negative feedback into constructive criticism

• 3 Communication

In this section you will be learning about team communication. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Differentiate between positive and negative feedback
• Give constructive criticism in order to point out a mistake
• List and explain the 3 Feedback F’s
• Demonstrate effective communication by utilizing proper speaking skills, listening skills, and body language
• Integrate correct conflict resolutions techniques into your life
• Modify negative feedback into constructive criticism

 Unit 3: Team Safety

• 1 Sports Safety

In this section you will be learning about sports safety. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Explain what a good Samaritan law means
• Identify three things that a reasonable and prudent responder would do
• Describe what constitutes consent
• Explain three ways that a person can be exposed to disease while giving first aid
• Identify three ways that a person can protect oneself from disease exposure while giving first aid
• Recall the steps for performing CPR
• Recite what C-A-B stands for (Compressions, Airway, Breathing)
• Demonstrate how to correctly perform adult CPR
• Differentiate the difference between adult and child CPR

• 2 Health-Related Fitness

In this section you will be learning about health related fitness. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Define resting heart rate, maximum heart rate, and target heart rate
• Calculate your own resting heart rate, maximum heart rate, and target heart rate
• Take your heart rate manually
• Identify examples of proper and improper posture and technique

• 3 Understanding Movement

In this section you will be learning about movement. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Define the components of skill-related fitness
• Understand basic movement principles
• Explain how the laws of motion can affect one’s reactions and performance
• Compare types of levers and how they relate to physical activity
• Demonstrate proper posture and technique while exercising

 Unit 4: Training Athletes

• 1 Sports Conditioning

In this section you will be learning about sports conditioning. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following: 

• List and describe the FITT principles of exercise
• Apply the FITT principles to the five components of fitness
• Explain other basic principles of exercise
• Explain the importance of cross-training
• Identify a variety of cross-training activities
• Perform a variety of cross-training activities
• Perform a variety of skill and agility activities, including speed drills and plyometrics
• Demonstrate and explain the proper running cues.

• 2 Game Play & Strategy

In this section you will be learning about game play skills. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Discuss game play and tactical awareness in different sports
• Explain how the laws of motion can affect one’s reactions and performance
• Demonstrate and explain the proper kicking cues for two types of kicks.

• 3 Sport-Specific Training

In this section you will be learning about sport-specific training. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• List a variety of team sports
• Describe game play for a variety of team sports
• Identify and explain the three areas of skill in which coaches should help athletes improve
• Develop a plan to use the various teaching methods to instruct athletes
• List 5 foundational sport skills
• Analyze and identify the foundational sport skills used in a variety of sports
• Teach another person how to correctly throw a ball and correct mistakes 

 Unit 5: Beyond the Playing Field

• 1 Sports Nutrition

In this section you will be learning about sports nutrition. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• List the food groups outlined by the USDA
• Explain what nutrients each food group provides the body
• Explain the effects of tobacco, steroids, and other supplements on physical performance and health
• Describe the detrimental side effects of drugs
• Describe the components of a healthy diet
• Apply the sports nutrition principles in your diet
• Teach another person how to correctly hit a ball with a bat or racquet and correct mistakes

• 2 Individualized Coaching

In this section you will be learning about individualized coaching. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Identify common disabilities and modifications that may be necessary
• Explain what is needed to help every player feel like a part of the team
• Modify drills for varying skill levels
• Differentiate between the different learning styles
• Determine what learning style they prefer
• Modify activities for those with disabilities or physical limitations
• Modify various activities to accommodate those with mental/physical disabilities 

• 3 Life Coaching

In this section you will be learning about life coaching. By the end of this section you should be able to do the following:

• Distinguish between the stages of change
• Explain why continued education is important to a coach
• Analyze their personal coaching knowledge and devise a plan to continue increasing in knowledge of their sport
• Explain how a coach acts as a mentor
• Research the mission, benefits, and opportunities in three professional coaching organizations