Empowering Aboriginal Athletes through Holistic Coaching

Aboriginal Coaching Modules A Holistic Approach to Coaching Aboriginal Athletes

Introduction Opening Prayer Welcome Sharing Circle I. Your name. II. Territory/Where are you from (Original and Now) III. What do you do? IV. Sporting/Activity experiences (Player/Coach/Leader) V. Question of the day? Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Please keep in mind Cell phones A good mind and encouraging environment Periodical breaks Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Aboriginal Sport Circle Vision Statement To provide a national voice for Aboriginal sport and recreation and to increase Aboriginal participation at all levels of sport and recreation, resulting in more positive and healthier lifestyles for Aboriginal peoples in Canada Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Learning Outcomes Responding to Racism in Sport Establishing a culture (code of conduct) for your team that respects differences and addresses racism Helping those you coach make healthy lifestyle choices Understanding the role of sport in Aboriginal Communities Understanding and influencing the community in which you coach Coaching the whole person, coaching beyond the physical to include the mental (intellectual/emotional) spiritual and cultural. Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Process Mini-lectures Story-Telling Small-group tasks Pairs tasks Individual tasks Debriefs Personal reflections Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Roles of the Coach Help young people to make positive lifestyle choices. Influence positive change in the community. Be a good role model Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Ideal Coach Activity What does the ideal coach look like? I. II. III. IV. Skills Characteristics Attributes Abilities Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Introduction

Module 1: A Holistic Approach to Coaching Module Objectives: Develop an awareness of the important role sport can play in Aboriginal communities. Develop an understanding of the holistic approach to coaching Develop an understanding of the importance of values in Aboriginal communities Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Role of Sport in Aboriginal Communities Provides positive experience Opportunity to learn about healthy, active lifestyles Interact in a positive environment Profile of Participants and Athletes Profile of Coaches Profile of the Coaching Environment Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Coach Competencies Understand the ways in which a coach can influence individuals and communities to make positive changes Attend to the whole individual in athlete preparation Respect traditional teachings Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Times are changing Not all Aboriginal / Indigenous people live on-reserve *Terminology Urban and off-reserve population Approaching 50% in some provinces (territories?) Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Understanding the Aboriginal Community Mutual respect; All my relations Traditional Nuclear family vs. Aboriginal Nuclear family Extends beyond Close ties within community Pros vs Cons Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Remember! In a POSITIVE sport environment Athletes can TALK, TRUST and FEEL Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

ACM Hybrid Medicine Wheel Physical Spiritual Cultural Mental Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Needs and Actions Needs Actions Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Four Pillars 1. Honesty Being truthful; fair; righteous in speech or act Example: Self-discipline Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Four Pillars 2. Integrity Wholeness, soundness, uprightness Example: Do as you say others should do and if you say you will do something do it Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Four Pillars 3. Respect Treat others with consideration, regard and defence Example: listening with interest and courtesy to the ideas of players Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Four Pillars 4. Trust Rely on the character or behaviour of; firm belief in reliability Example: following through on promises you make Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Summary Understanding the Aboriginal community How does sport fit into the Aboriginal community Role of the coach Modified Medicine wheel Holistic approach to coaching 4 Value Pillars Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Action Card I will START I will CONTINUE... I will STOP... Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 1

Module 2: Dealing with Racism in Sport Module Objective: Developing an understanding of how to deal with situations where racism is present Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Coach Competencies Understand how to deal in a proactive Attend to the whole individual in athlete preparation Respect traditional teachings Role model the four pillars of values Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Racism Conscious actions by which individuals, groups, and organizations deal with persons on the basis of prejudice and stereotypes, rather than on the basis of specific characteristics and individual merits Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Responding to Racism 1. Passive Response 2. Assertive Response 3. Aggressive Response Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

NCCP Ethical Decision Making Process 1. Gather the Facts 2. Determine whether the situation is legal or ethical 3. Identify all the issues 4. Consider what might influence how you se the situation 5. Choose a Course of Action 6. Implement Your Response Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Code of Conduct Describe how you will work together Clearly state expectations Talk about situations that might occur Talk about consequences Decide on behaviours Ensure players know how you will support them Make a copy for everyone Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Truth and Reconciliation What are ways coaches can support the process of reconciliation in sport? Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Action Card I will START I will CONTINUE... I will STOP... Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 2

Module 3: Individual and Community Health and Wellness Module Objective: Develop an approach for working with the community and the family that can have a positive effect on health and wellness Develop an understanding of the determining factors of the health issues facing Aboriginal peoples and communities Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Coach Competencies Assess a community s health/wellness challenges and strengths Understand how sport can be used to influence positive changes in individual and community health and wellness Implement appropriate actions to support positive change with individuals and in the community Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Wellness Physical Environmental Psychological/Emotional Occupational Social Economic Spiritual Governance/ Social Justice Cultural Climate Intellectual Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Understanding the Community Look Feel Listen Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Health Issues What do you already know? Activity: I. What is the issue (include a description)? II. How can a coach recognize it, if possible? III. How may it impact your athlete? Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Role of the Coach Help make positive lifestyle choices Influence positive change in the community Be a good role model Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Action Card I will START I will CONTINUE... I will STOP... Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

Debrief and Closing Sharing Circle Thank you for your time today! Aboriginal Coaching Modules| Module 3

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