Starting Out 2.10 – REFLECTION

  • Reflection can be done during the cool down and is useful, if possible, after every session.
  • ​Use this time to ask if the players had fun, learnt something, felt challenged?​
  • Encourage the players to keep working on the skills they just learned.​
  • Use feedback and comments from players to improve and adapt future lessons. ​
  • Open discussion is a fantastic way to build a trusting coach and player relation.​

LIFESTYLE​

  • Remind players of the incredible benefits squash has on their physical and mental health.​
  • Squash is a great stress release from the demands of school and social lifestyle.​
  • Squash provides you with life skills necessary for achieving goals and overcoming obstacles.​
  • Squash is a great way to socialize and meet new friends.​

More In This Resource:

Starting Out 2.0 – BASICS OF THE DRIVE

Make every player feels welcome and excited.​ Answer any immediate questions...

Starting Out 2.1 – DELIVERING A GIRL’S GROUP

Points to consider​ When delivering coaching lessons and clinics for young...

Starting Out 2.2 – WARM UP

Start every lesson with a fun and structured warm...

Starting Out 2.3 – FUN WARM UP GAMES

DODGEBALL:​Each team must run to the middle of the...

Starting Out 2.4 – HELPFUL FEEDING INFORMATION

FEEDING OPTIONS: ​ Hand feed to floor or wall ​ Place racquet on...

Starting Out 2.5 – INCENTIVES, TARGETS & SCORING

TARGETS:​ Targets help players to focus on the goal of...

Starting Out 2.6 – GRIPS & TECHNIQUE

These are all points to consider, however, this does...

Starting Out 2.7 – FEEDING & BALL CONTROL FOR DRIVE

TIP: Keep the feeding fun and engaging by adding targets and...

Starting Out 2.8 – CONDITIONED GAMES

Explain the rules of squash before games:​​ Do they know...

Starting Out 2.9 – COOL DOWN

Finish the class with a fun game to bring...