Bad Coach:
During the first coaching session in our practical the coach set up a scenario where he was going to show us an example of a very bad coach. When he started the session he didn’t introduce himself or get to know any of the students/participants. Not only did he fail to introduce himself or get to know who he was coaching but he didn’t explain the sport we would playing. Not explaining the chosen sport to participants is very poor coaching as some people might not understand or have ever played that sport. The coach also lacked allot of energy which meant that we were less inclined to get more involved. When the coach finally set the activity up, he just let the activity run on without making sure everyone was participating which meant towards the end the activity fell apart.
Good Coach:
During the second session he gave us an example of what a good coach might do. His whole domineer and energy was different. The coach introduced himself and went to round saying a few words to everyone. The good coach also explained what we would be doing in the session and addressed all the health and safety points such as fire exits, where the toilets were as well as making sure the area where the activity would be played was clear and safe. Once he set up the activity he observed everyone and made sure everyone was participating, but also frequently making sure that the activity still ran smoothly.
All in all there were many points I have taken away from this session, such as what to do and what not to do as well as taking away what I liked from the session.
Cameron T Sports and Exercise science 