POINTS TO CONSIDER
- When delivering coaching lessons and clinics for young children new to the sport, it is important coaches do so in a way that impowers their player, makes them feel confident, and gives them a safe environment to express their true self.
- Whatever their ability, be sure to give them a great workout. They should leave with a sweat and a smile!
- Set up the clinic to work as a group or TEAM. Bring as much ‘camaraderie’ as possible.
- Use targets and give them collaborative ways so they work together and enjoy achieving them as a group.
- Give calm, constant, positive, and encouraging feedback.
- Explain ‘why’ doing something is necessary.
- Give a summary at the end of the clinic and give the players 2 or 3 points to leave with and work on.
- Ask for their feedback during the clinic and at the end of the session.
- Ask each player to set themselves a couple of goals, however big or small. Revisit these goals again in 1 month
