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In this episode I sit down with leading and longstanding coach researcher Professor John Lyle of Leeds Beckett University. For over 40 years John has established and pushed forward coaching as a science, and we reflect on where we've got to as a discipline in that time, the research issues we need to fix, and the avenues we should explore next within the academic world of coaching, to best serve coaches.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Coaching Science and Its Evolution

11:20 Defining Coaching: The Role and Responsibilities

17:12 The Distinction Between Coaching and Teaching

22:35 The Importance of Context in Coaching

28:05 Models of Coaching: Frameworks and Their Applications

34:07 The Multidisciplinary Nature of Coaching

41:40 The Evolution of Coaching Knowledge

42:33 Bridging the Gap: Science and Practice in Coaching

43:56 Perspectives on Coaching: A Multifaceted Approach

45:22 The Shift from Behavioural to Relational Coaching

48:09 Cognitive Decision-Making in Coaching

49:42 Understanding Intuition in Coaching Decisions

51:33 The Human Element: Athlete-Centered Coaching

53:40 Ethics and Efforts in Coaching Practices

55:03 Researching Coaching: The Need for In-Situ Studies

56:53 The Caring Nature of Coaches

58:39 Pragmatism in Coaching Research

01:01:06 The Complexity of Coaching: Acknowledging Difficulties

01:04:04 Coping Mechanisms for Coaches

01:06:34 Exploring Success Criteria in Coaching

01:08:44 Critiquing Higher Education in Coaching Research

01:11:28 The Role of Academic Publishing in Coaching Knowledge

01:13:33 The Challenge of Representative Tasks in Coaching

01:17:11 The Importance of Diverse Learning Sources

01:19:06 Accessing Knowledge: The Coach's Perspective

01:21:40 Rethinking Coach Education Systems

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Andrew Abraham - Ethics in coaching beyond legality

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In this episode I'm joined by long time coach and coach developer Ray Power, who is Technical Academy Director at Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan, the biggest academy in South Asia. We talk about practical coaching habits in preparation, delivery, and reflection that can improve coaching practice while importantly making life a little easier for coaches.

Takeaways

• Planning helps in aligning goals with daily actions.
• Without reflection, one may feel lost in their pursuits.
• It's important to stack new habits with existing ones, to manage bandwidth and your own personality.
• Life and performance management is a continuous process of adjustment.
• Setting aside time for reflection can enhance decision-making.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Coaching Habits

07:06 Cultural Influences on Coaching

10:02 Motivation and Preparation in Coaching

12:29 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching

15:29 Effective Session Planning Strategies

18:33 Recycling Coaching Sessions

21:06 The Role of Curriculum in Coaching

24:02 Dynamic Coaching Practices

26:53 Game-Based Coaching Techniques

43:54 Planning Effective Coaching Sessions

46:39 The Importance of Session Structure

49:59 Creating Engaging Training Environments

50:54 Optimising Session Layout for Clarity

54:29 Finding the Right Balance in Session Setup

58:43 Reflection and Continuous Improvement in Coaching

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Effective children's coaching, with Peter Sturgess

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In this episode I chat with Dennie Wilson, Dance Artist and Educator at the Royal Academy of Dance, about her paper 'Building a case for coaching: informing an innovative, pedagogical approach to dancer development'. The paper outlines a framework for reconceptualising what it means to educate dancers by differentiating and diversifying our thoughts and actions across teaching, training, and now coaching. The conversation is about more than mere semantics and offers food for thought around the pedagogy of sport coaching!

Takeaways

• Training can mean different things in different contexts.
• Coaching involves a deeper understanding of the individual's needs.
• Teaching is not just about imparting knowledge, but also about facilitating learning.
• Mentoring provides guidance based on experience and wisdom.
• Daily training can include subtle pedagogical nuances that enhance performance.
• The roles of trainer, coach, and mentor can overlap significantly. Understanding the elements of each role can improve effectiveness.
• Language plays a crucial role in how education is perceived and delivered.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Motivation Behind the Paper

04:56 The Role of Coaching in Dance

08:50 Exploring Different Perspectives in Dance and Coaching

13:06 The Inner Game of Dance: A New Approach

19:11 Teaching vs. Coaching: Understanding the Differences

24:46 The Importance of Values in Education and Coaching

28:58 Challenges in Dance Education: Tradition vs. Innovation

34:31 Holistic Technique: Embracing Individuality in Dance

37:04 The Balance of Technique and Performance in Dance

38:36 Navigating Modern Dance Expectations and Comparisons

39:58 The Importance of Reflective Practice in Dance Education

42:02 Goal Setting and Individualised Learning in Dance

46:36 The Shift in Teaching Approaches and Mental Models

55:09 Developing a Practice Framework for Dance Education

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Learning from esport COACHING, with Matthew Watson

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