If you used to be a gymnast, a coaching role is a great way to stay involved with the sport.It can give you a fresh perspective on what it takes to be a great gymnast.You will soon be certified as an instructor if you go through some safety training and refining your technique.
Step 1: A coaching mentor can be found.
If you want to shadow a coach at your local gym, approach them and ask if you can.You will learn how to prepare for a coaching session, class management, and what to look out for during a session.It is possible that you will be asked to perform assistant coach duties.
Step 2: Practice explaining drills.
To be a good gymnastics instructor, you have to be able to talk to people in a positive, safe way.Practice explaining what you want to have happen and think about the best way to do it.You might not be explaining it as clearly as you can if you notice the athletes are confused.A friend can help you listen to your instructions and follow them.If you can explain a drill clearly to your friend, they should not have a problem with it.
Step 3: It's perfect your spotting technique.
It's important to put yourself in the best position to catch the gymnast.The athlete could fall off the mat if they looked around the landing area.You should be on the side of the landing site.If you have to catch the athlete, bend your knees.
Step 4: Understand the procedures for concussions.
If an athlete becomes concussed, there are likely to be rules governing what you need to do.Take some time to learn the procedures you need to perform.If you're worried about someone being concussed, you should take a concussion test.
Step 5: You should take a first aid course.
Although it may not be required for your instructor certification, you will want to be able to respond quickly and effectively in case of an injury. Parents and athletes will also feel more comfortable knowing that you can provide emergency medical assistance.
Step 6: Become a safety certified.
You have to pass an initial safety certification in order to take the instructor test.You can get certified by taking a written test from the USA gymnastics governing body.
Step 7: If you want to pass a background check, you should.
Most of the gymnasts are under the age of 18.Many countries will require that you pass a criminal background check before you can work as a gymnastics instructor.If you don't have a criminal background, you can pass the check without paying a fee.The authority that runs the background check in most countries is affiliated with the national police service.
Step 8: If you want to be a first-level instructor, you must take the test.
The test is administered by the sport's governing body in your country.You can either take a written test or run a demo class in some instances.The certification test has a fee attached to it.Before you take the test, find out how much it will cost.How long is your accreditation valid?First-level instructor certification in the USA lasts for 4 years.
Step 9: Continue with your studies.
You should consider furthering your coaching education if you enjoy being a gymnastics instructor.Continuing education credits are required to get higher-level instructor certifications.Become a member of the national gymnastics association.Upcoming events and courses you can take to improve your coaching will be given to you.
Step 10: There are higher-level instructor accreditations.
You might want to move on to a higher level of coaching after a few years.You need to get a higher-level coaching certification.If your current certification isn't expired, you might have to take it again.