Full Description
An Introduction to Sports Coaching provides students with an accessible and engaging guide to the scientific, social scientific, medical and pedagogical theory that underlies the practice of quality sports coaching. Now in a fully updated and revised second edition, it introduces students to the complex, messy, multi-faceted nature of coaching, and explores the full range of 'knowledges' which inform all successful coaching practice.
Written by a team of leading international sports coaching academics and practitioners, as well as sport scientists and social scientists, the book provides a concise guide to every key theme in sports coaching, including:
Reflective practice
Pedagogy
Skill acquisition
Psychology
Biomechanics
Physiology
Sport medicine and injury
Performance analysis
Sociology
History
Philosophy
Sport development
Each chapter makes a clear link between theory and practice, and includes discussion of real-life coaching scenarios and insights from practising international and club coaches. The book includes clear definitions of important themes and concepts, as well as seminar and review questions in each chapter designed to confirm understanding and encourage further enquiry.
No other introductory textbook explains the importance of an holistic approach to sports coaching practice. This is an essential companion to any sports coaching course.
Contents
1. Reflective Practice in Sports Coaching 2. Pedagogy for Coaches 3. Skill Acquisition for Coaches 4. Psychology for Coaches 5. Sociology for Coaches 6. History for Coaches 7. Philosophy for Coaches 8. Ethics for Coaches 9. Sports Development for Coaches 10. Biomechanics for Coaches 11. Match Analysis for Coaches 12. Sports Medicine for Coaches 13. Physiology for Coaches 14. Tying it All Together
