Coaching Methods and Styles: An Overview

Question 1

Define Skill

Answer 1

Any movements that are dependant on practise and experience for their execution, as opposed to being genetically defined

Question 2

What do coaches measure?

Answer 2

> Physical conditioning
Psychological skills
Technical skills
Tactics and decisions

Question 3

Discuss Cognitive learning

Answer 3

Cognitive or constructivist – where learners actively seek and process information.
> Learning cannot be observed
> There is a capacity to change without demonstration
> Change is enduring
> Learning requires practice

Question 4

What are the different types of Practice in sport?

Answer 4

Practice:
> Blocked – multiple rehearsals/drills
> Random – variety of skills in no particular order
> Constant – practice one variation of a drill (blocked)
> Variable – practice multiple versions of a drill (random)
> Specificity – optimal learning from matching practice to real life games.

Question 5

Name the 2 types of Practice identified by Robinson (2010)

Answer 5

> Massed

> Spaced/Distributed

Question 6

Define Massed practice according to Robinson (2010)

Answer 6

Massed – designed to stimulate fatigue.

Skill is easy to perform with little time to learn the skill

Question 7

Define Spaced/Distributed practice according to Robinson (2010)

Answer 7

Spaced/distributed – intervals between trials longer than the trial, i.e. rest periods
Complex skill demanding mental and physical effort

Question 8

What are the 4 elements to a training session according to Robinson (2010)

Answer 8

Physical conditioning
Skill practice - technical
Team practice – tactical
Mental preparation