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The Sports and Fitness Tutor is a must for anyone interested in setting up a Sports and Fitness Tutor business or working in sports in a mentoring/coaching role. It covers a wide range of sports and models for coaching, with essential information on coaching philosophy and skills.
Whether you are looking to coach athletes or children, this Sports and Fitness Tutor training course will take you through the coaching process in detail. From assessing your clients’ abilities to analysing their nutritional requirements, you will gain both practical and theoretical knowledge that can be applied in a real-life context.
You will learn how to motivate and empower your clients, set them individual goals, as well as train them to reach their full physical peak and overcome injury. This course includes case studies and anecdotal accounts of practice that are designed for those with no previous experience. Fast track your career today and get qualified to start your own Sports and Fitness Tutor business.
- Accredited by CPD
- Instant e-certificate
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Developed by qualified professionals
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Who should take the course
This Sports and Fitness Tutor certificate is a must for anyone looking to establish a Sports and Fitness Tutor business or kickstart a career in a similar role, such as:
- Sports Coach
- PE Teacher
- Sports Physiotherapist
- Fitness Coach
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Discuss the key differences between coaching and mentoring
- Understand the skills, role and responsibilities of a Sports Coach
- Develop a coaching philosophy and use a range of coaching models
- Demonstrate knowledge of the psychological factors that affect sporting performance
- Identify clients’ needs, weakness and strengths to set them achievable goals
- Motivate and empower athletes to reach their full potential
- Use a range of techniques for teaching technical and tactical skills
- Train clients for muscular fitness to ensure peak performance
- Build a positive coach-athlete relationship
- Teach athletes about injury prevention, nutrition and rehabilitation
Assessment
At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.
Course Curriculum
Module 1. Introduction to Sports Coaching
In module one, we will explore the fundamental differences between coaching and mentoring, learning about the responsibilities of a Sports Coach, and the core skills required to coach athletes.
Module 2. Psychological, Motivational, and Behavioural Training for Sports
In module two, we will take a look at the psychological factors that impact performance excellence and the mental skills required to stay disciplined in sports. It also discusses strategies for goal setting, motivation and stress management.
Module 3. Techniques for Sports Coaching
In module three, we will learn how to teach athletes technical and tactical skills, taking an in-depth look at the Games Approach and planning for teaching.
Module 4. Physical Fitness and Training
In module four, we will learn what it takes to train athletes to peak physical fitness. It also provides essential information on how to tackle drug issues in the sports industry.
Module 5. Management Skills for a Sports Coach
In module five, we will deepen our understanding of the coach-client relationship and how to manage it successfully. It also explores the reasons why kids drop out of sports and risk management strategies.
Module 6. Coaching for Popular Sports
In module six, we will gain an in-depth understanding of different types of sports and how to coach them, taking a look at the coaching models and principles for popular sports such as football, tennis, rugby and cricket.
Module 7. Nutrition Concerns for Athletes
In module seven, we will learn how to advise clients on nutrition and calorie intake, as well as injury prevention and rehabilitation. It covers the essentials of meal planning for before, during and after an event.
Module 8. Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
In module eight, we will take a deeper look at sports injury prevention and rehabilitation, exploring the different types of injuries that can occur in sports, including how to treat muscle pain and bone injuries.
Module 9. Children and Parent in Sports
In module nine, we will learn about the role that parents play in the sporting performance of children and why it is important for developing children’s confidence and mindset.
Module 10. Women Coaches
In module ten, we will explore the role of women in sports coaching, as well as women’s participation in sport. It discussed why few women take on the role of sports coach and recruitment patterns in sports coaching.
Module 11. Coaching and Ethical Practice
In this final module, we will take an in-depth look at common ethical issues in coaching and codes of conduct. It includes case studies and anecdotal accounts of practice in professional support.
