Topic on a page - guidance

Question 1

what are the four types of guidance

Answer 1

• visual guidance
• verbal guidance
• manual guidance
• mechanical guidance

Question 2

what is visual guidance

Answer 2

visual guidance is when the performer is shown the skill

Question 3

what are examples of visual guidance

Answer 3

videos
pictures
demonstrations

Question 4

what are requirements for visual guidance

Answer 4

• pictures must be clear
• demonstration must be seen more than once and be of good quality so poor movements are not copied
• demonstrations must be clearly visible

Question 5

when should you use visual guidance

Answer 5

is good for beginners so they can see what the skill looks like and create a mental image of what the movement should be
it is also good when it is not possible to hear verbal guidance such as during play

Question 6

what are the advantages of visual guidance

Answer 6

• can copy the movement
• can be done in large groups

Question 7

what are the disadvantages of visual guidance

Answer 7

• if demonstration is poor incorrect movement learnt
• time consuming
• videos are expensive
• complex movements are difficult to recognise

Question 8

what is verbal guidance

Answer 8

verbal guidance is when the performer is told information about how to complete the correct technique

Question 9

what are the requirements for verbal guidance

Answer 9

• information must be clear so it is understood
• information must be concise - not confusing
• performer must be able to hear the information

Question 10

when should you use verbal guidance

Answer 10

is good for more experienced performers who know what the movement should look like and can make sense of the information
it is also used when demonstrations are not possible such as a break in play

Question 11

what are the advantages of verbal guidance

Answer 11

• instructions can be given quickly
• can be used during a performance
• no equipment is needed

Question 12

what are the disadvantages of verbal guidance

Answer 12

• some movements are difficult to explain
• relies on the coach’s communication skills being good enough for the performer to understand

Question 13

what is manual guidance

Answer 13

manual guidance is where a coach physically supports or moves the performer to help them get into the correct position

Question 14

examples of manual guidance

Answer 14

• tennis coach moving the racket arm in the correct range of motion for a forehand drive
• a trampoline coach supporting a front somersault
• a gymnastics coach supporting a balance

Question 15

when should you use manual guidance

Answer 15

this can be used with performers of all abilities and skill levels it is particularly useful for beginners

Question 16

what are the advantages of manual guidance

Answer 16

• can get a feel for the movement
• build’s confidence
• can help break down the movement into phases

Question 17

What is mechanical guidance

Answer 17

mechanical guidance is where the coach uses equipment to support the performer to help them with techniques

Question 18

examples of mechanical guidance

Answer 18

• using a harness when learning backward somersaults on a trampoline
• using floats to develop leg strength when swimming

Question 19

when should you use mechanical guidance

Answer 19

this can be used with performers of all abilities and skill levels it is particularly useful for beginners
it may be important to use mechanical guidance when the activity is dangerous such as using a harness when a performer is learning a new trampoline routine

Question 20

what are the advantages of mechanical guidance

Answer 20

• can get a feel for the movement
• builds confidence
• reduces danger

Question 21

what are the disadvantages of mechanical guidance

Answer 21

• the feeling is not actually the same as actually doing the skill
• the performer can become dependent on the support
• incorrect feel can lead to incorrect movement being learned
• cannot be used in large groups

Question 22

What are the disadvantages of manual guidance

Answer 22

• feeling is not the same as actually doing the skill unaided
  -performer can become dependent on the support
  -incorrect feel can lead to incorrect movement learnt
• can only be used 1 on 1