Smart Coaching: Engaging & Managing Young Athletes

COURSE OVERVIEW

Coaching young athletes is more than just teaching sports techniques—it’s about fostering engagement, focus and motivation in a structured and supportive environment. This course provides coaches, educators, and trainers with essential strategies to create a positive and enriching learning atmosphere. Participants will gain the skills to implement strategic communication techniques, enhance attentiveness, and effectively manage behaviors, ensuring that each session is both enjoyable and productive.

By the end of this course, participants will have the tools to design structured coaching sessions, build trust with parents, and provide young athletes with professional guidance. Whether you are new to coaching or looking to refine your approach, this course lays the foundation for impactful and successful coaching.

INSIGHTS

  • Develop skills to implement strategic communication techniques for fostering positive adult-child interactions.
  • Learn effective strategies to enhance children’s engagement and attentiveness during sports activities.
  • Master techniques for managing challenging behaviours to create a structured and enjoyable learning environment.
  • Build trust and confidence in parents by ensuring their children are under capable and professional guidance.
  • Gain theoretical and practical tools for effective class management in sports settings
  • Upcoming Intake: TBC
    9AM-5PM
  • Course fee: 

    Regular:  S$420

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This comprehensive course introduces key techniques and best practices for managing young athletes, fostering engagement, and creating an encouraging and disciplined sports coaching environment. Participants will explore effective teaching cues, communication strategies tailored to children’s diverse needs, and methods to maintain attentiveness during activities. The curriculum also covers behavior management techniques, ensuring a structured and enjoyable learning experience while strengthening trust and confidence with both children and their families.

Through a combination of theoretical insights and hands-on applications, this course equips coaches with the necessary tools to ensure effective class management and meaningful interactions. By integrating these strategies into their coaching approach, participants will be able to cultivate a dynamic, engaging, and well-organized training atmosphere where young athletes can thrive.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is perfect for those who believe in the power of relationships to transform learning and development. Ideal for:

  • Sports Coaches aiming to build strong relationships with children and parents.
  • Physical Education Teachers seeking to improve behaviour management and parent communication.
  • Recreational & After-School Program Leaders who want to create harmonious and collaborative learning spaces.
  • Child Educators & Trainers working with diverse personalities and family dynamics.
  • Aspiring Coaches looking to strengthen their communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Parents & Caregivers who want to better understand their child’s behaviour, manage difficult situations, and foster open, constructive communication.

Module 1:
Understanding Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS)

  • Identify and explain the three main categories of FMS: locomotor skills, – object control skills, and stability skills.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how FMS supports child development in sports and daily activities.
  • Apply appropriate FMS activities to promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth in children.

Module 2:
Identifying Different Learning Styles

  • Recognize the four main types of learning styles: visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic.
  • Adapt teaching techniques to cater to diverse learning styles for better child engagement.

Module 3:
Effective Handling of Children

  • Plan and execute play-based activities that address developmental goals across multiple learning areas.
  • Use observation and assessment techniques to tailor activities to individual child needs.

Module 4:
Purposeful Play

  • Plan and execute play-based activities that address developmental goals across multiple learning areas.
  • Use observation and assessment techniques to tailor activities to individual child needs.

Module 5:
Character Building with Virtues Lingo

  • Teach and model key virtues such as perseverance, respect, and empathy.
  • Encourage positive behaviors and attitudes in children by integrating virtues into daily coaching practices.

Module 6:
Framework for Growth

  • Understand the importance of emphasizing effort and process over outcomes in skill development.
  • Develop strategies to celebrate progress and build self-confidence in children.

EDUCATOR

Cheng Su Yi

Transformative. Collaborative . Empowering A dedicated educator and leader with over nine years of experience in curriculum development, program implementation, and fostering social-emotional well-being in children. My expertise in integrating evidence-based frameworks such as “Language of Virtues” and “7 Habits of Happy Kids” into school ecosystems has earned me accolades like the MOE Service Excellence Award (Silver) and multiple Outstanding Contribution Awards. I excel in leading multidisciplinary teams, building stakeholder partnerships, and enhancing practitioner competencies to deliver high- quality outcomes for children and families. My proven ability to design and evaluate training frameworks, coupled with my commitment to fostering reflective practice and professional growth, makes me uniquely suited to drive impactful programs and initiatives in support of children’s development.