FOSBURY FLOP

CRAIG MORRIS | Prepared, not planned

May 20, 2024

Craig Morris, an Olympic Canoe Slalom Coach, shares how he chose to see reality without the bias of his toolbox. He discusses the importance of 'not knowing' and embracing curiosity for personal growth. The podcast delves into his journey, coaching techniques in Canoe Slalom, and the evolution of coaching philosophy towards adaptability and athlete feedback.

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Coaches should discard pre-existing beliefs to remain open to new learnings.

Childhood experiences can shape coaching philosophy towards exploration and collaboration.

Embracing uncertainty and adaptability is crucial in coaching for athlete development.

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Main Concepts of Coaching Philosophy

The emphasis is on coaching philosophy, focusing on individual journeys and personal growth. Maurice's approach to discard pre-existing beliefs and remain open to new learnings is highlighted. The importance of adventure, learning, and working with people is emphasized, underscoring the shift towards a more collaborative coaching style.

Intro

2min

Passion for Paddling and Coaching

10min

Exploring the Sport of Canu Slalom

2min

Adapting Coaching Techniques in Canoe Slalom

23min

The Evolution of Coaching Philosophy

18min

Reflections, Challenges, and Coaching Methods in Olympic Journey

5min

Exploring Learning from Influential Individuals and Emphasizing Relationships in Coaching

2min

Reflections on Past Actions, Individualized Coaching, and Personal Challenges Ahead

6min

Abraham Maslow said that “if the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail”. As coaches, we unconsciously carry a toolbox made up of our favorite ones that condition how we perceive and act in the reality we find ourselves in. As a result, we do not observe reality, but a biased image of it conditioned by what we want to see. Craig Morris beat the game and chose not to see reality based on his toolbox. He realized that, often, “the more you know, the less you see”, he threw away his toolbox and embraced an ethos of not-knowing to be open to what he found, not to what he was looking for. Craig is Olympic Canoe Slalom Coach for British Canoeing and at Fosbury Flop he tells us how his journey has been.

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FOSBURY FLOP

CRAIG MORRIS | Prepared, not planned

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Main Concepts of Coaching Philosophy

Early Childhood Influences in Canoeing

Transition from Personal Experience to Coaching Practice

Challenge of Embracing Uncertainty and Adaptability

Reflective Practice and Continuous Growth

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts