Is being a coach or scout a good fit for you?
Teaches and trains sports players, individuals or teams, to compete. Plans training, explains skills and may look for new talent.
What the work involves
- Plans, organises and runs practice sessions.
- Guides, encourages and motivates athletes, and gives food advice to prepare them for games or tours.
- Adjusts coaching methods to suit each athlete's strengths and weaknesses.
- Teaches individuals or groups sports rules, game plans and the techniques needed to perform well.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a coach or scout is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.