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Instructional Sports
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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.
Instructional Sports
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• 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.
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• Can you name some of the more popular sports found in an instructional sports programs?
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Golf
Instructional Sports
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4 Types of Instruction
• Educational
• Recreational
• Athletic
• Professional
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• 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.
Educational
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• 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.
Recreational
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• 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.
Athletic
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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.
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• 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.
3 Types of Participants
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Selection of Instructors
• Success or failure of most instructional sports programs rests with the recruitment, selection, education and performance of qualified instructors.
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• 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.
Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors…
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• 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.
Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors…
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• 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:
Factors to Consider When Selecting Instructors…
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• Formal training vs informal training
• Personality/experience vs credentials
• Formal training vs a beginners program
Decisions to make
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• Knowledge and skill: determine what the individual knows about: – rules, – regulations, – strategy, – facilities, – skill development,– instructional methods– teaching techniques
Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process…
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• Willingness: does candidate possess qualities of high interests and motivation in the position?
• Reputation: conversations with the candidate’s list of professional references.
Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process…
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• 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
Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process…
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• Enthusiasm: Genuine commitment and an open expression of excitement about the teaching opportunities.
Assessing Credentials in the Selection Process…
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Pre-delivery Program Concerns…
• Planning
• Orientation
• On-site facility review
• Participants
• Format
• Program content
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Any Questions?Any Questions?