KINE 2475 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Canadian Olympic Committee, Competency-Based Learning, Sport Canada
15 Sep 2013
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Introduction: nature of coaching, nccp, reason for coaching, reasons why athletes participate, coaching styles, and respect factor. Nature of coaching: coaches are seen as mentors, guardians and role models for some of their athletes. What is a coach: a coach is a politician, judge, public speaker, teacher, trainer, laborer and captain. More or less, the coach can be anyone who is willing to give up time/energy/money/life/and health for the sport they decide to coach in. A good coach is respected by the community. Coaches receive the satisfaction to see other athletes develop. Philosophy is needed by a coach to become successful. Science gives us knowledge, philosophy gives us wisdom . Coaching is about: philosophy, practice/training, selection/recruitment, physical conditioning-periodization, marketing the program, strategy/tactics, communicating with athletes, psychological preparation, handling problems, decision making, and handling stress. National coaching certificate program: there are 2 parts, the competency based education and training (theory) and the physical training.
