Are you stuck for ideas? Need some help? Below are a variety of resources to assist coaches in a variety of topics:
If there is anything you think that is missing, or you would like to see, then please email gareth@yachtingnz.org.nz
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A lot of information is shared and posted in the facebook group. Any articles, videos or vacant positions available will also appear in the bi-monthly coaching update so if you are not a member, be sure to sign up to the coaching update here.
Session Plan Bank
Head to this link to find an array of session plans that coaches have created over past LTS Coach Courses. There is likely to be repititions, but there are also variations.
http://www.yachtingnz.org.nz/coaching-officials/resources/coaching-resources/session-plan-bank
Regional Coaching Workshops
Videos
Most people these days have a smartphone, tablet, or computer handy. Therefore, learning through videos is becoming ever more popular, especially on those days you can't get on the water. Check out the below for ideas, tips and tricks
Coaching Updates
Inbox have too many messages? Below is a list of the past coaching updates if you want to go back to something you have previously seen.
- 5th Sepetmber 2017
- 24th May 2017
- 21st March 2017
- 13th January 2017
- 8th November 2016
- 8th September 2016
- 13th July 2016
- 3rd May 2016
- 2nd March 2016
- 19th January 2016
- 28th October 2015
Professional Development
Not only should you be coaching and sharing knowledge to upskill the sailors you are coaching, but you should also be looking to upskill yourself as a coach as much as you can. This will ensure you can be the best coach you can be. Have a look below at the different courses and pathways available to you.
- Coaching Pathway Poster
- Get into Coaching Brochure
- Introduction to Judging
- Powerboat Level 2 Course
- First Aid Course
- Engine Maintenance
- VHF Radio
Reviews
Here are a few reviews on the different resources that are available to coaches.
- YNZ Learn to Sail Book
- Waterproof Camera
- Yot Bot GPS Trackers
- Tactics Book Review
- YNZ Sailing Games Book review
- Wet Notes
Drills
As a sailing coach, it is a given that most of your sessions will be made up of different drills. Don't forget TGFU (Teaching Games for Understanding). Drills can be fun! Below is a list of drills to help you in planning your sessions. If you have a good drill, please let Gareth know and he can add it to the list.
- Teamwork/Clear Air Drill
- Golden Skills Posters
- Starting in the centre of the line
- Boat Handling round a mark
- Upwind Slalom
- Working a Side
- Upwind through the Gate
- Attack the Start from Either End
- Attack the Start from the Pin End
- Downwind Slalom Drill
Rules
Situations Vacant
Any situations vacant will be posted on the Yachting New Zealand Coaches Forum Facebook page. So be sure to join the group, and you won't miss a beat.
Interviews with Coaches
Coaching - Planning and Tips
- At what age to teach them
- Coaches Lesson Plan
- Dynamic Stretches
- Regatta and Race Coach Planning template.
- Help - I'm Nervous Article
- How to Video a Sailing Briefing
- Inclusive Coaching
- Mid-Winter Coaching Tips
- Psychological skills for 2 and 3 handed classes
- Wayne's Coaching Tips
- Wheel of Success
Miscellaneous
Class Specific Guides
- Optimist J Sail Tuning Guide
- Optimist Tuning Guide
- Basic Knot Diagrams
- Heavy Wind Techniques for a Laser
- How to get the most out of Sparring partnerships
- How to Trim Your Spinnaker
- How to Trim Your Headsails
- Parts of the Boat
- Starling Setup and Vital Information
- P Class Sailing with Simon Cooke
- Starling's with Roger Gregson