Coaching to the Learning Styles

Abstract

It is widely accepted that individuals learn at different rates and through different learning styles. Each individual has a preference towards a preferred style/s that allows them to extract the most amount of information from their surroundings. Through a greater understanding of the different styles of learning, coaches are able to more effectively present their classes, and thus improve the athlete's rate of learning. Creating lesson plans for groups or individuals, the use of coaching cues, which address the various learning styles, make classes most effective. This article will discuss the various learning styles and how to effectively use them to create more effective gymnastics classes, recreational and or competitive.