Coaching children 10 and under with a disability in a multi-sport program

Janet A. Young; Loretta Konjarski; Rachael  Beatson

doi:10.52383/itfcoaching.v29i85.294

Coaching children 10 and under with a disability in a multi-sport program

Authors

Janet A. Young Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
Loretta Konjarski Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
Rachael Beatson Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v29i85.294

Keywords:

children, disabilitiy, inclusion, adapt

Abstract

This paper reports on a review of an Australian-based physical education program (including tennis) for children with a disability aged 10 and under. Key features of, and strategies in, this program are highlighted. Implications for coaches to provide inclusive and modified programs for children aged 10 and under are discussed.

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Published

2021-12-29

How to Cite

Young, J. A., Konjarski , L., & Beatson , R. . (2021). Coaching children 10 and under with a disability in a multi-sport program. ITF Coaching & Sport Science Review, 29(85), 15–17. https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v29i85.294

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Vol. 29 No. 85 (2021)

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