tips for coaching kids??
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It's mini mites..  repetition, repition, repition and alot of patience..\n\nYou have seevral factors..\n\nFirst..  you should have your coaching card, assuming you are in the US, USA Hockey requires all on ice coaches to have their card..  Mni mites you baseically only need to know how to skate modestly, since it's the lowest level, but you still need that lovely little document..\n\nSecond..  Assuming it's a certified Association, there should be one person in charge of the on ice program..  That person is following the direction of both your association, and USA Hockey..  there is very little leeway in the way kids are taught youth hockey, whether it's Michigan, Wisconson or Texas..  all levels have certain 'requirements' to be taught..\n\nNext..  None of the kids on the ice will care if you are a man or a woman, so you shouldn;t either..  The Ann Arbor Association we belonged to for several years, (three kids, two boys and one girl) there were always a couple of 'hockey moms' on the ice helping out..  with the key helping out, just like the hockey dads..  Either you know hockey or you don't , both your fellow coaches and more importantly, the kids, will figure it out very quickly..  But the bottom line is the program coordinator runs the show..  your job is to demonstrate, observe and correct..  alot of times, that's where the patience comes in..  Mini mites is nothing more than 90% very basic hockey drills, but a good program will make it fun..  give lots of encouragement..\n\nAlso, be aware, depending on the size of the mini mite class, it might very well be tiered, Ann Arbor tended to run three teirs because they often had 60 70 or more skaters learning..  and at varying levels of proficiency..  The coordinator would classify those skaters to keep the better skaters together so they progress together, the middle group together and the kids who can barely stand on skates together..  that way, they all get attention, direction, and encouragement..\n\nOnly warnings I would have is be prepared..  if you have 60 kids out there..  you'll have five or ten that have no desire to be there, but their parents are pushing them..  you'll have alot of stubborn kids and stubborn parents..  be patient with both..\n\nAs for other coaches..  I would not worry about it..  Most of the men are there for the exact same reason you are..  they love hockey, and more importantly, they love their sons and daughters who are sharing a passion..  The 'old school' coaches at this level won't be a problem..  And if one does become a problem..  Gordie Howe had a nice little way of handling nuisances on the ice..  that's all I'll say about that..\n\nBy the Way..  My hats off to you..  You won't regret the decision to be involved with your son and hockey.  I have never regretted it with my eldest son and daughter..  (middle son has different interests which I support)
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I am a teacher so I'll give you tips on what I think a good t.a. does.\n\nA good t.a. will  :\n\nBe there right at the start of the lesson and not be late.\n\nListen to the teacher's introduction to the lesson so they know what the children will be doing\n\nWill have asked the teacher how she can best use you\n\nBe willing to help with anything\n\nWill interact with the children at their level, be friendly and approachable. \n\nBe patient.\n\nWill ask the teacher if there is something in the subject matter they do not understand, better that than to guess and teach the children the wrong thing!\n\nWill not rush off as soon as the kids are out the door at the end of the day.  Offer to tidy up or whatever, just say anything I can do?\n\nWill discuss any issues that arose during the day with the teacher.\n\nWill smile\n\nLike children.\n\nDon't panic, after reading all this, it's what would be expected from an experienced ta.  I think willingness is the key thing.\n\nI'm sure you're going to enjoy your Wednesdays and I wish you lots of luck.
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1.Talk to them as you would an adult, without the explicits.\n2. Go to http://leapfrog.com for great videos and toys.\n3. You could also try http://www.discoverytoysinc.com\n4.Consistent, repetition helps my toddlers a lot.\n    Ex:  One week, around each hour, I will do a topic like:  ABCs, shapes, numbers, math:  and we will make it into our "projects" and songs.\n5.  Sesame Street is still quite popular and effective.
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Read to them and teach them to do things..any simple thing like making a grilled cheese sandwich or sorting laundry ....opens dialog and helps them with the learning process. Besides it can be good quality time together.
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i'm a little league coach for my little brother's team of 8-10 year olds. the whole fun thing is definitely important... also put a big emphasis on sportsmanship- the kids always have to cheer their teammates on, never make fun of the other kids, regardless of whether they're your opponents or teammates. respect the coaches!!, what the ump says goes... all that stuff. make sure the kids dont get stressed or tense. often they get nervous when they're up to bat and they're the main focus... also, avoid competition between players!! its a team game, and they have to be supportive and sportsmanlike... good luck!!
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What is your topic?\n\nTry making a word scramble with words from your theme. Have the kids work in groups of 3 or 4 to unscramble the words. The first team to finish (or first 2 teams) wins candy. \nCandy motivates any high school student.\n\nPlay basketball. Have the kids go up (1 kid from each row) and ask a question from your presentation. The first kid to write the correct answer on the board gets to take a shot. You can get a hoop from the dollar store, or use a wad of paper and the trash can. If they make the basket they get an extra point (or 2 points) for their team. The winning row gets candy. Tell them up front that there is a prize. They will be motivated.\n\nI also play the flyswatter game. Put a bunch of random answers on the board (or if you need to prepare ahead a large piece of paper that you tack to the board). Divide the class in 2. One from each team goes to the board. Ask a question. The first team to hit the answer gets the point. You have to keep it moving fast. State the rules; NO HITTING each other! Downside; you have to give candy to half the class lol!\n\nI have more, but those are what I think is best. If you don't like them I can try to think of something else.
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I'd train them to use a shot clock. Make them only take a field goal attempt when there is less than 5 seconds on the clock, not before...try to slow them down. This will make them carry the ball and manage the ball instead of just trying to score as soon as possible.
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First of all, as a Long Term Single Parent, let me give you a few hints:\n\n1.  Put the TV on a timer -- and Keep the control with you.  I used the Parental Controls built into my unit, and that was a way I LIMITED the amount of time that they had in front of the boob tube (and locked the Video Games in a Locking Cabinet -- I had the only key -- and once a week -- for an hour, they could choose which game to play -- but it had to be that they played together quietly -- after that .. the games went back into the cabinet).\n\nEach afternoon/evening is scheduled -- from the time they come home after school to bedtime.  I also made it clear that they would participate in certain activities -- like Scouting, an After School Program, and an Athletics Event/Program each season.  \n\nWhen they fought -- it was time out.  NOTHING -- no TV, no radio, no games, just do your homework or read a book -- and you had to be within sight of me while I was fixing the meal.\n\nEven small children can help with the chores -- list them out on a weekly schedule -- put the child's name next to a chore (and be sure to rotate them through all chores) and tell them you will check when they say they are finished -- and DO check -- and make them re-do if it is not the way that you know they can do it.\n\nHomework Time -- same time every day.  At least an hour to make sure that their homework is done -- and they would have to check off their assignments that were listed in their daily planners.\n\nIF fighting while out in public -- I would tell them and start walking to the Car right away.  We would NOT stay out and enjoy an activity or event IF they could NOT behave.  (and my children were disabled!)\n\nMake sure that you are WELL organized in the home.  Even the small children can put away their own clothes, or help you by learning how to fold laundry.\n\nSame with taking out the trash.  It is an easy job, and they can do it from an early age.
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Help him (or her) to find things that he's good at.  Compliment him on things he does do well--simple things like shoe-tying, buttering bread, taking turns, etc.   Get him to help you with things and when you do don't say "will you..." say "I need you to..."   It's great for kids to feel needed.  And mostly, just love him.
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When teaching kids, don't try to teach them the whole swim process at one time. Concentrate on two or three parts of the stroke per lesson. I usually work on different parts of the body. The head position, arm/stroke, and kick. This way the students don't get overwhelmed. Be patient.
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I have coached a lot of players this age as a professional trainer. The three main ingredients for success are probably talent, drive and luck and if your daughter has all three she has a good shot. Supportive (but not overly aggressive!) parents certainly helps.\n\nSuggestions:\n\nMake sure she plays on a 'high profile' club or select team that enters tournaments where college coaches are likely to attend. Visibility is the key, particularly in those last two HS years.\n\nIf she hasn't already she needs to develop personal training habits so that fitness levels and (equally important) skill and first touch levels are constantly maintained and improved.\n\nMake sure your daughter knows her strengths and as much as possible ensure the coach plays her in positions that emphasis her strengths.\n\nCollege based soccer camps are good shop windows\n\nEncourage your daughter by all means but she needs to be self motivated or this will not happen. If she loves the game and is fortunate enough to have knowledgable, caring coaches she has every chance.\n\nFinal thought - allow her some time to be a youngster and to enjoy life. All work and no play - well you know...\n\nGood luck!
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get a new coach. Your son is probably learning how to play the game, tell the coach to lighten up and keep the FUN in the game and to not take it OUT of it
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It doesn't matter *where* he learns.  It matters *who* he learns from and who he learns *with.*\n\nIn other words, you want to send a seven year old to a place that has a good coach.  And good does not necessarily mean the most successful.  At this age, you want someone who encourages the kids to have fun and enjoy the game.  You don't need anyone who can hone the skills of advanced players, just someone with enthusiasm and a sense of fun that he can give to the kids.\n\nSo go to watch the leagues play.  See how the kids look.  Are they happy or do they look "driven"?  Play special attention to the kids from the losing teams.  Of course they will be disappointed, but are they enthusiastic about playing next time?  That's where you want your kid to play.\n\nGood luck!!
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Congrats on your baby! The most important thing you can do is spend time with your child. Sound too easy? It is well worth it. Love them, care for them, talk to them, sing to them, read to them, play with them, cuddle them, show lots of affection. The "teaching" part will come easily enough. You will discover that your child wants nothing more than your attention and time, and when they get that, they will shine!
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do something fun . not to bore the kids or anything . some kind of reviewing activity like flash cards or a " mind dump " ( what my 5th grade teacher used to do ) a mind dump is where you take all your knowledge and just write it on a piece of paper. lol . if not then just go original and ask them questions .
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Try being a little bit more strict, not to the point of being harsh though. Just let them know that you are their teacher, and they need to stay on task. Also be consistent with your punishings. For instance, if one week you punish a lot of children for talking, and the next week you slack off a little bit, then they may get the idea that its okay to talk whenever they want to. Hope this helps. =)
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my coaches seem to like endurance drills. they are HOOOOORRRRIBLE but they take up some time and they really are helpful.\nThe one that seems to stick the most: Sprint from first cone 2 the second one (straight line) jog to the next cone (also straight line) Sprint up the hill, then sprint down  (obviously a little distance away) and at the bottom of the hill, do 10 pushups. from there run in for a grounder, throw it back, then sprint back to the first cone. Repeat for 10 minutes, but with younger kids you should adjust the pace and difficulty or the lenghth.\n\nFor drills try 6 on 6 offense defense, put the goalie in goal, have each defender pair up with an offender and start the ball with offense, like a mini scrimage because it starts out pretty close to the crease. its fun and it also teaches cutting skills. Relays are alot of fun too, and keeping one thing in focus, like one day, cradling and ground balls, and another day just throwing, a day of just conditioning etc.\ngood luck!