Instructional Sports

1. Instructional Sports

2. Instructional Sports Area of recreational sport programming directed at developing or teaching an individual basic sport skills, strategies and techniques so they can have fun and enjoy the benefits of a sport activity.

3. Traditionally, instructional sports was only offered through physical education programs but now is very popular in non-educational settings such as YMCA’s/YWCA’s, Boy’s/Girl’s Clubs, municipal parks and recreation, military bases, etc.

4. Instructional Sports • Can you name some of the more popular sports found in an instructional sports programs? • Swimming • Tennis • Golf

5. 4 Types of Instruction • Educational • Recreational • Athletic • Professional

6. Educational • Class or course led by a physical education teacher or coach; • Large number of students enrolled for academic credit; • Course content decided upon by the teacher or coach.

7. Recreational • More informal than education setting; • Main focus allows enjoyment in the learning process; • No tests/exams....letter grades; • Individual sessions referred to as lessons, clinics, camps or workshops; • Group or private 1-to-1 lessons.

8. Athletic • Taught by coach • Main emphasis is for participant to gain as much skill and knowledge as possible; • Performance is crucial in process; • Coaches decide the delivery and methods of instruction.

9. Professional Process influences the margin of excellence in athletes to gain enough success to generate financial profit; Little emphasis on skill development since athletes are professionals; Practice time devoted to maintaining and refining skills.

10. 3 Types of Participants • Highly Motivated: participant wants to be there....learn as much as possible. • Highly Motivated at the Start, but.... highly motivated at start but loses interest after a few classes. • Anxious or Reluctant: not willing and sometimes forced to participate.

11. Selection of Instructors • Success or failure of most instructional sports programs rests with the recruitment,selection, educationandperformanceof qualified instructors.

12. Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors… • Previous experience as both a participant and as an instructor. • Reputation in the sport. • Certifications if necessary. • WSI, CPR, 1st Aid • Swimming, scuba diving, sailing, water-skiing, etc.

13. Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors… • Auditions, if appropriate. (usually aerobic instructors) • Criteria outlining basic, minimum skills and knowledge level for the sport activity. • Actual number of instructors needed. • Salary range.

14. Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors… • You typically will not be required to lead or instruct in your program. • However, your job will be to recruit, hire and train the best professional that you can. • Decisions that you will have to make:

15. Decisionsto make • Formal training vs informal training • Personality/experience vs credentials • Formal training vs a beginners program

16. Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process… • Knowledge and skill: determine what the individual knows about: • rules, • regulations, • strategy, • facilities, • skill development, • instructional methods • teaching techniques

17. Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process… • Willingness: does candidate possess qualities of high interests and motivation in the position? • Reputation: conversations with the candidate’s list of professional references.

18. Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process… • Experience: when reviewing experience look at: • maturity • time involved with the sport • # of lessons/classes taught • speaking ability • involvement with various age groups and skill levels

19. Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process… • Enthusiasm: Genuine commitment and an open expression of excitement about the teaching opportunities.

20. Planning Orientation On-site facility review Participants Format Program content Pre-delivery Program Concerns…

21. Any Questions?