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Step 1
Practice versatility. Whatever the conditions, a coach must be able to handle a changing environment with ease and confidence. Whether this means changing a game or enlarging a cramped playing area, a coach needs to be thinking all the time.
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Step 2
Say "When I say go" and "Ready, go." This is the opposite command from "And stop." Use it as a way of starting an activity. Strong emphasis should be placed on the word "go," and children should learn to react only to this word, and not before it is said.
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Step 3
Explain activities clearly. Be simple, clear and concise when asking players to carry out a command. Make all requests appropriate to the age and ability of the players.
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Step 4
Watch for, "Why is the coach always on the winning team?" A coach is there to teach and not to dominate the game. Do not be tempted to demonstrate your skills too much, which can make children bored or unhappy.
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Step 5
Careful of "zzzz." This means that the children are drifting off, for a variety of reasons. If the majority of children are not interested in an activity, chances are that it is unsuitable.
