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Parent - Student Checklist for Coaches |
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Here are some questions to ask yourself when evaluating a potential Instructor or Coach for yourself or your child. Is this Coach Certified? Is this Coach insured? Does the Coach recommend that the student carry insurance? Is this Coach well respected in the community? Is the Coach certified in First Aid and are they able to use it? Is the safety of the student a prime concern? Is the lesson area safe, contained and free of clutter? Is he/she punctual and reliable? Do you get the full lesson time? Do they constantly cancel lessons on short notice? Does this Coach practice good business procedures? Does this Coach provide supervision at all times? If there are lesson horses, are they in good health and condition? Are the lesson horses well mannered and appropriate for you or your child's ability? Does the Coach use correct, well-fitted tack, which is in good condition? Does this Coach encourage Goal Setting for his/her students? Does this Coach follow lesson plans? Does this Coach maintain their coach status by regularly updating their knowledge? Does this Coach understand different learning styles and teach accordingly? Does this Coach use teaching aids, such as VCRs, blackboards, or diagrams? Does this Coach relate well to the students with positive feedback? Is this person neat, clean and business-like? Is this Coach able to communicate well? Does this Coach challenge the student appropriately? Does this Coach explain clearly what the student should do? Does this Coach use warm-up and cool-down procedures for horse and rider? Has this Coach produced good riders with correct skills? Is this Coach a good role model for your child? |
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