Being a good coach goes beyond teaching techniques—it’s about pushing people to reach their full potential.
Teaching the moves is the easy part; motivating and challenging people to do what I know is necessary to improve can sometimes be very draining.
Sometimes I feel guilty pushing students to compete, especially those who show little interest in it. But over time, I’ve realized that competition is one of the fastest ways for anyone to improve.
I remind myself that my job is to help students grow. I can’t do that by always making things comfortable. The real job of a coach is to encourage students to step outside their comfort zones and challenge themselves.
It’s easy to motivate people by telling them they’re improving , but that kind of positive feedback only lasts so long. To see real, lasting improvement, students need concrete evidence of their growth, and that only comes through pushing their limits.
This is the most important lesson I’ve learned as a coach: it’s not just about showing students the right techniques. The most valuable thing I can do is help them believe in themselves and push past their limits to reach their true potential.
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