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Teach the intermediate skills of squash
Teach the intermediate skills of squash
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSSQU303A
SISSSQU303A
State Code
D5605
D5605
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to teach and develop the intermediate skills of squash. This unit focuses on planning, conducting and evaluating drills, activities and games to develop the skills of squash to an intermediate level.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan intermediate squash sessions.
- 1.1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics.
- 1.2. Assess participant's readiness and current knowledge of squash in order to determine session's aims and objectives.
- 1.3. Develop a plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and accepted best practices of squash.
- 1.4. Identify safety procedures associated with squash drills, activities and games according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.5. Select and access squash facility, equipment and resources according to organisational policies and procedures.
2. Brief participants.
- 2.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the intermediate squash session in a manner appropriate to participants.
- 2.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.
- 2.3. Inform participants of known and anticipated risks, safety procedures, appropriate behaviour and intermediate squash rules and regulations.
- 2.4. Establish a suitable communication system to use while participating in drills, activities and games.
- 2.5. Identify and document the functions of the four components of footwork and squash swing and determine efficient court movement.
3. Conduct intermediate squash sessions.
- 3.1. Apply clear and accurate teaching and coaching techniques to impart required knowledge and the intermediate skills of squash to be developed.
- 3.2. Conduct warm-up or introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.
- 3.3. Monitor individual participant's performance and maintain effective communication during intermediate squash drills, activities and games.
- 3.4. Observe participants and implement skill analysis during intermediate squash drills, activities and games.
- 3.5. Adjust or refine individual or group technique as required according to accepted best practices of squash.
- 3.6. Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session and inform participants of opportunities to further develop their squash skills.
4. Complete post-session responsibilities.
- 4.1. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required.
- 4.2. Evaluate relevant aspects of intermediate squash session and determine the level of learning achieved.
- 4.3. Identify potential areas of improvement for future intermediate squash sessions.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Participant's needs and characteristics may include:
age
cultural factors
fitness level and physical capabilities
squash skills and knowledge
injuries and illnesses.
Readiness may include:
fitness levels
motor performance factors
level of arousal which will enhance performance
Session's aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition
self-improvement
fitness targets
motivation
individual player techniques.
Plan may include:
session's aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location, resources and equipment
coach and participant ratios
drills, activities and games
safety requirements.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permission from council or clubs
privacy
working with children.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and court
training and scheduling commitments
code of ethics.
Accepted best practices of squash may include:
Squash Coaches Code of Conduct as developed by the Professional Squash Coaches Association of Australia
Squash Coaches Resource Manual
Squash Centre Operations Manual.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
prevention of common squash injuries
maintenance and usage of equipment and court.
Drills, activities and games may include:
single drills
pair drills
group drills
closed drills and patterns
open drills
tactical drills.
Equipment may include:
squash racquets
squash balls
eye protection.
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
video equipment
audiovisual aids
first aid resources.
Relevant information may include:
skill or skills focus and objectives
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
safety procedures
conditions and external influences
rules and regulations of squash
responsible and safe behaviour
good sportsmanship.
Risks may include:
injuries
exhaustion
dehydration
collisions.
Rules and regulations may include:
current edition of the International Rules of Squash.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
demonstration
explanation
focusing on a single skill
breaking down skills into components and identifying observable body movements for each stage
progressing through and linking skills
shaping and modelling approaches
reciprocal or peer tutoring
questioning, monitoring and observing progress
assessment and evaluation.
Required knowledge may include:
rules and regulations of squash
squash skills and court positions
basic biomechanical principles in the squash context
factors affecting skill acquisition:
safety and risk management
equipment and court selection, use and maintenance.
Intermediate skills of squash may include:
drive
boast
serve and return of serve
volleying
squash swing
court movement technique
decision making skills
selection of swing technique and body movement.
Participant's performance may include:
efficient squash swing, foot work and use of court
attitude and behaviour
ability to perform the intermediate skills of squash during a game.
Skill analysis may include:
angle of racquet face at impact
changes of wrist position
timing of swing
body position relative to the ball
level of power applied to stroke relative to court position.
Relevant aspects may include:
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to or by participants
initial and final assessment of participant's abilities.
Participant's needs and characteristics may include:
age
cultural factors
fitness level and physical capabilities
squash skills and knowledge
injuries and illnesses.
Readiness may include:
fitness levels
motor performance factors
level of arousal which will enhance performance
Session's aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition
self-improvement
fitness targets
motivation
individual player techniques.
Plan may include:
session's aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location, resources and equipment
coach and participant ratios
drills, activities and games
safety requirements.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permission from council or clubs
privacy
working with children.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and court
training and scheduling commitments
code of ethics.
Accepted best practices of squash may include:
Squash Coaches Code of Conduct as developed by the Professional Squash Coaches Association of Australia
Squash Coaches Resource Manual
Squash Centre Operations Manual.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
prevention of common squash injuries
maintenance and usage of equipment and court.
Drills, activities and games may include:
single drills
pair drills
group drills
closed drills and patterns
open drills
tactical drills.
Equipment may include:
squash racquets
squash balls
eye protection.
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
video equipment
audiovisual aids
first aid resources.
Relevant information may include:
skill or skills focus and objectives
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
safety procedures
conditions and external influences
rules and regulations of squash
responsible and safe behaviour
good sportsmanship.
Risks may include:
injuries
exhaustion
dehydration
collisions.
Rules and regulations may include:
current edition of the International Rules of Squash.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
demonstration
explanation
focusing on a single skill
breaking down skills into components and identifying observable body movements for each stage
progressing through and linking skills
shaping and modelling approaches
reciprocal or peer tutoring
questioning, monitoring and observing progress
assessment and evaluation.
Required knowledge may include:
rules and regulations of squash
squash skills and court positions
basic biomechanical principles in the squash context
factors affecting skill acquisition:
safety and risk management
equipment and court selection, use and maintenance.
Intermediate skills of squash may include:
drive
boast
serve and return of serve
volleying
squash swing
court movement technique
decision making skills
selection of swing technique and body movement.
Participant's performance may include:
efficient squash swing, foot work and use of court
attitude and behaviour
ability to perform the intermediate skills of squash during a game.
Skill analysis may include:
angle of racquet face at impact
changes of wrist position
timing of swing
body position relative to the ball
level of power applied to stroke relative to court position.
Relevant aspects may include:
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to or by participants
initial and final assessment of participant's abilities.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
plans and delivers information, explanations and demonstrations for squash session or sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants through skill analysis and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop the intermediate skills of squash
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and or drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct of safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
squash facilities with suitable courts
a group of participants to take part in the intermediate drills, activities and games
equipment such as racquets and balls
resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document squash sessions for a variety of participants
current relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, accepted best practices, and rules and regulations of squash that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, and games.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, accepted best practices and rules and regulations of squash to enable safe conduct of all drills, activities and games during the sessions
observation of safe coaching of intermediate squash skills based on skills analysis
observation of monitoring and adjusting instructional techniques according to participant's needs, characteristics and responses
portfolio of session plans and self-evaluations
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSSQU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
plans and delivers information, explanations and demonstrations for squash session or sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants through skill analysis and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop the intermediate skills of squash
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and or drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct of safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
squash facilities with suitable courts
a group of participants to take part in the intermediate drills, activities and games
equipment such as racquets and balls
resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document squash sessions for a variety of participants
current relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, accepted best practices, and rules and regulations of squash that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, and games.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, accepted best practices and rules and regulations of squash to enable safe conduct of all drills, activities and games during the sessions
observation of safe coaching of intermediate squash skills based on skills analysis
observation of monitoring and adjusting instructional techniques according to participant's needs, characteristics and responses
portfolio of session plans and self-evaluations
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSSQU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J764 | SIS30713 | Certificate III in Sport Coaching | Qualification |