Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coach red stage junior tennis players to perform basic tennis skills and apply tactics.
Tennis Australia governs the sport of Tennis in Australia through its affiliated network of member associations.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as tennis coaches in clubs and centres under the supervision of a program coordinator. This may include those responsible for the planning and delivery of tennis activities for red stage junior tennis players. Red stage players are aged 5-6+ years who are being introduced to the sport of tennis.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Tennis Australia has specific training and assessment requirements for the industry accreditation of coaches. Those developing training and assessment to support this unit should undertake consultation with Tennis Australia, to determine any specific arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors which will facilitate RPL for individuals to achieve Tennis Australia coach member status as a Junior Development Coach.
Pre-Requisites
SISSSCO101 |
Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices |
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Plan session for red stage players. |
1.1 Assess developmental readiness of players to plan tailored session. 1.2 Identify the basic tennis skills and basic tactics to be developed. 1.3 Identify fundamental aspects of stroke production to be developed. 1.4 Determine session objectives . 1.5 Select an organisational layout to support maximum participation of players. 1.6 Develop and document a plan to meet player needs. 1.7 Identify risks and incorporate safety procedures to manage the risks associated with activities including relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 1.8 Access and select location, equipment and resources and check to ensure safety and suitability. |
2. Coach red stage tennis players to perform basic tennis skills and apply tactics. |
2.1 Communicate instructions in a manner understandable to players. 2.2 Conduct warm-up activities for players. 2.3 Demonstrate and explain basic tennis skills. 2.4 Demonstrate and explain basic tactics. 2.5 Provide opportunities for players to practice basic tennis skills and apply basic tactics. 2.6 Use appropriate coaching approaches and coaching style . 2.7 Maintain effective communication during activities. 2.8 Observe and monitor player progress and modify activities if required to ensure players are appropriately challenged. |
3. Analyse and correct basic tennis skills and tactics. |
3.1 Analyse individual and group performance and provide appropriate corrective strategies. 3.2 Identify if source of error is technical, tactical or physical in nature. 3.3 Provide progression and regression activities to correct basic tennis skills and tactics of individuals and group. 3.4 Provide specific constructive feedback for players to improve basic tennis skills and tactics. |
4. Review coaching session. |
4.1 Provide opportunities for players to identify personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and encourage feedback and questioning. 4.2 Evaluate activities based on feedback from program coordinator, players, parents and personal reflection. 4.3 Review own performance and identify potential improvements. 4.4 Incorporate modifications into future session plans. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
Assessment must also include access to:
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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:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended:
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Range Statement
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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Developmental readiness may include: |
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Basic tennis skills may include: |
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Basic tactics may include: |
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Fundamental aspects of stroke production may include: |
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Objectives may include: |
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Organisational layout may include: |
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Plan may include: |
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Safety procedures may include: |
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Activities may involve: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Coaching approaches may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sport
Competency Field
Tennis