Guidence

Question 1

4 types of guidence?

Answer 1

• Visual
• Verbal
• Mechanical
• Mannual

Question 2

What is visual?

Answer 2

is when a performer can see the skill being performed or practised. It can be shown as a whole movement or, broken down into steps or applied within a real situation.

Question 3

What is verbal?

Answer 3

is given by an observer after watching your performance, Feedback needs to beconstructiveto help the performer to improve their skill.

Question 4

What is mechanical?

Answer 4

is when the performer is guided by equipment to support the learner whilst practicing the skill. The use of equipment when practicing a new skill offers safety and allows the learner to gain confidence.

Question 5

What is manual?

Answer 5

is when a performer is physically guided or supported by the coach. provided in practise

Question 6

Example of visual? (3)

Answer 6

• demonstration – sometimes by the coach or another performer, usually highlighting certain aspects that are important
• image – a photo, diagram or drawing of the skill
• video – either an example of the skill being performed or a recording of the performer’s own performance

Question 7

Example of mechanical?

Answer 7

the use of a harness in trampolining when a performer is learning to somersault

Question 8

Example of manual?

Answer 8

manual guidance is provided when a coach guides an athlete’s arm to mimic a javelin throw

Question 9

Example of verbal?

Answer 9

• coaching points – given by the coach and relating to the technique of the performance
• feedback – from the coach
• peer feedback – from other performers
• questioning – by the coach so the performer is prompted to self-evaluate