Exploration and facilitation in coaching

Coaches in track and field, like Dan Faff and Stu McMillan, adopt a facilitatory role, focusing on exploration and problem-solving with their athletes. This approach, which encourages athletes to take ownership of their learning and decision-making, offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional drill-based coaching methods. The emphasis is on creating an environment that allows athletes to adapt and attune to the information available, ultimately improving their movement skills. This approach can be applied to other sports as well, promoting a partnership-based coaching model that fosters skill development and autonomy.