Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1 : Introduction -- Successful coaching -- Developing a coaching philosophy -- Part 2 : Athlete development -- Your athletes -- Managing athletes -- Creating a positive environment -- Learning skill -- Coaching strategies -- Enhancing performance with mental skills -- Part 3 : Factors influencing coaching -- Parents -- The Balancing act -- What now?

The book develops an 'athlete-centered approach' to sports coaching by which athletes take ownership of their learning, in turn strengthening their abilities to retain key skills and to make effective decisions during competition.