Athletes with a disability need qualified enthusiastic coaches to help
achieve their goals in sport. However, many coaches are afraid to work
with athletes who have a disability because they may not trust their
knowledge and skills, they may be concerned about safety issues, or they may
need to learn new communication techniques.
How can fears about coaching athletes with a disability be
addressed? What steps can be taken to help coaches develop a positive
attitude toward coaching athletes with a disability?
What knowledge and skills do coaches need to coach athletes
with a disability? At a novice level?
At an intermediate level? At an elite
level?
What types of coach education
should be available to coaches of athletes with a disability?
