KNS 351 Coaching Principles

This course will provide the foundation of what it takes to be a successful coach, using a philosophy of an Athletes First, Winning Second approach, and how you can put that into action. The course will investigate coaching philosophies, coaching styles, communication, motivation, and management. It also looks at the approach to coaching, and how to teach the technical and tactical skills of sports. 

Credits

3

Offered

Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Identify your coaching philosophy, objectives, and style; coach for character and coach diverse athletes (units 1-5).
2. Communicate with, motivate your athletes, and manage their behavior (units 6-8).
3. Coach using the games approach, teach technical and tactical skills (units 9-12).
4. Train your athletes for energy and muscular fitness; fuel your athletes; and battle drugs (units 13-17).
5. Manage your team, relationships, and risk (units 18-20).
6. Coaching Character Skills (What Drives Winning).