Coaching Golf to Children
6 hours approximately
6 months
Included
Any time
Jonathan Shipstone & Neil Plimmer
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Overview
The Coaching Golf to Children elearning course is a broad introduction to coaching golf to children. It is aimed at both people who are new to coaching children and experienced coaches who are looking for a new perspective on their coaching. The course is also suitable for club junior organisers, PE teachers, and parents who are interested in learning more about current best practice.
Contents
Section 1 – Reflective Practice
An excellent coach of children looks at their coaching as an ongoing learning experience.
– What is reflective practice?
– Examples of reflective practice
– Qualities of a reflective coach
– Advice for a reflective coach
Section 2 – Children
An excellent coach of children understands the motivational needs of children.
– Motivation and games
– Motivation and process
– Motivation and failure
Section 3 – Parents
An excellent coach of children understands how parents can contribute positively to their children’s development.
– Parents need to know their children are safe
– Parents need to know their children are happy
– Parents need to know their children learning
– Parents need to be involved
Section 4 – Golf Course Play
An excellent coach of children provides enjoyable and appropriate golf course playing experiences.
– Golf Game Sense
– Modifying existing golf courses
– Child-sized golf courses created by the coach
Section 5 – Coaching Through Games
An excellent coach of children provides enjoyable and appropriate games and challenges in coaching sessions.
– What is a games-based approach
– What does the coach do in a games-based approach
– The benefits of a games-based approach
Section 6 – Safety & Managing Groups of Children
An excellent coach of children understands her role in safeguarding children and protecting them from harm.
– Safeguarding
– Safety
Section 7 – The Business of Coaching Golf to Children
An excellent coach of children understands the business environment in which he/she works.
– Key words in publicity
– The products on offer
Completing the Course
Delegates must complete all units of the course, which include a number of self-marked “stop & think” exercises and a tutor-marked end-of-course assignment, to be awarded the “Promote Golf Module in Coaching Golf to Children”.
Certificate Qualification
This course also counts towards the “The Children's Golf Coach” Certificate course.
PGA Members
On completion/participation of this course, PGA Professionals will be provided with valid supporting evidence and information from us so that it can be added as a structured formal learning opportunity on their CPD records.
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Price
£70 +VAT