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Kidman, Lynn, 1955-

The coaching process : a practical guide to becoming an effective sports coach / Lynn Kidman and Stephanie J. Hanrahan. - 3rd ed. / photos by Ch�erie Harris. - London : Routledge, 2011. - xv, 276 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Previous ed.: Palmerston North, N.Z.: Dunmore, 2004.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1.Introduction -- 1.Successful coaching -- 2.Developing a coaching philosophy -- Part 2.Athlete development -- 3.Your athletes -- 4.Managing athletes -- 5.Creating a positive environment -- 6.Learning skills -- 7.Coaching strategies -- 8.Enhancing performance with mental skills -- Part 3.Factors influencing coaching -- 9.Parents -- 10.The balancing act -- 11.What now?

This title develops an 'athlete-centred approach' to sports coaching, which allows athletes to take ownership of their learning, strengthening their ability to retain key skills and to make effective decisions during competition.

ISBN: 9780415570541 (pbk.) : �24.99 9780203857427 (ebk.) 9780415570541 (pbk.) �58.03 9780415570534 (hbk.)

LCCN: 2010024672

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Coaching (Athletics)
Sport.
Sports training & coaching

LC Class. No.: GV711 / .C6225 2011

Dewey Class. No.: 796.07 KID