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This is the Traditional and Budo karate association coaching, education and instructor qualification programme
WHAT IS EXPECTED FROM A TBKA INSTRUCTOR?
The following brief statements constitute a description for TBKA instructors, and states what is expected from them in order that they might offer good standards of teaching – good meaning safe, efficient and enjoyable and rewarding. The TBKA coaching guidelines expand on these brief statements.
To receive a TBKA coaching qualification, an assistant/club instructor must be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and skill.
This must be to a range of students from novice to black belt to a level laid down by the TBKA grading syllabus, and must include kata, kihon and kumite, the fundamental components of karate.
2. Plan a training session.
Instructors must plan a specific session by, for example rehearsing specific techniques or sequences, or they may ‘plan on their feet’, when the, mood and size of the class becomes clear. Planning would also cover such aspects as ensuring that the dojo is booked, open on time and fit for use.
3. Conduct a training session.
The transmission of knowledge and skill will greatly depend on the learning environment and the communication skills of the instructor. The learning environment, as well as being safe, should be free from all distraction. In order to communicate skills to the students, the instructor must be able to provide a clear demonstration of what is required and ensure that all students can see and hear clearly.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of their own teaching and the progress of their students.
Many students making a similar mistake could indicate a teaching fault.
5. Ensure the health and safety of students by providing, as is reasonable, a safe practising environment.
An instructor has a responsibility to ensure as much as is reasonably possible that the student’s train in an environment which is safe and that proper supervision should be provided and discipline maintained. An instructor also has the responsibility to see that students correctly warm up and down, are positioned sensibly and are appropriately paired up, to ensure safe and effective training.
6. Demonstrate the knowledge of emergency procedures and be able to administer appropriate first aid.
An instructor should be aware of fire exits and evacuation procedures. They will need to know where the nearest casualty hospital is located and have access to a phone and transport. The instructor should be well versed in what is commonly known as ‘emergency aid’ procedure and have the ability to deal with life threatening accidents quickly and confidently.
7. Understand and explain the TBKA people structure.
An instructor will need to understand their association’s political and technical structure and know how, your members and their club fits into this structure.
8. Abide by and work within the rules, ethics and regulations specific to the dojo and competitions.
Karate instructors will greatly influence the behaviour of students both inside and out of the dojo and for this reason it is imperative that exemplary behaviour is demonstrated at all times. The ethos of karate is the development of the character through the development of the body and an instructor has a responsibility to uphold this tradition for the art of karate-do. It is important that instructor is able to demonstrate understanding of the current rules of competition if involved, or has students involved, in this area.
9. Use initiative and understanding when teaching those with special needs.
The term special needs, encompasses many conditions. A class may contain students with physical handicaps, minor or severe, or students who experience learning difficulties. A good instructor will be aware of these special needs and adjust their actions and instructions accordingly.
10. Understand the responsibilities of teaching children and the basic principles of growth and development.
Instructors must have a responsibility to the treat children in their care with as much consideration as would be given by their schoolteachers. Instructors need to understand physiology of children and teach exercises appropriate to their age and their build. They need to protect children from any physical and mental abuse whilst in their care.
11. Have a knowledge of specialised karate equipment and demonstrate its’ use.
Although generally there is little need for equipment in karate training, there are items of equipment used to develop certain aspects of karate skill, and the instructor should be able to demonstrate the correct use for safe and effective development
12. Offer sound advice on fitness training and understand motivational techniques.
Students often seek advice with regard to their general health or with regard to supplementary exercises to help them with their karate good instructors should possess fitness and a general understanding of the fundamentals of the body maintenance. A good instructor will also know the best ways to provide motivation and encouragement.
13. Contribute to the promotion and publicity of karate.
An instructor may become involved in marketing that can for example include advertising for new members and the sale of karate related goods, and the instructor has the responsibility to ensure that good advice is given regarding the suitability, cost and quality of merchandise and does not bring or expose the TBKA to inappropriate marketing.
14. Instigate an effective administration and record system.
Accurate record keeping is essential to ensure that all TBKA club requirements are met and all necessary insurance’s are in place. Medical experts may advise certain rest periods following injury, so accurate medical records must be maintained. Contact numbers should be kept on hand for all members, especially children, in case of emergencies.
15. Fulfil legal requirements.
A karate instructor has a legal as well as moral obligation to ensure the safety and well-being and best interest of their students and to do all that is reasonably possible to prevent accidents. TBKA instructors will receive up dated literature on health and safety matters and it is their responsibility to maintain up to date guidelines and abide by them.
WHAT IS EXPECTED FROM A TBKA INSTRUCTOR?
The following brief statements constitute a description for TBKA instructors, and states what is expected from them in order that they might offer good standards of teaching – good meaning safe, efficient and enjoyable and rewarding. The TBKA coaching guidelines expand on these brief statements.
To receive a TBKA coaching qualification, an assistant/club instructor must be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and skill.
This must be to a range of students from novice to black belt to a level laid down by the TBKA grading syllabus, and must include kata, kihon and kumite, the fundamental components of karate.
2. Plan a training session.
Instructors must plan a specific session by, for example rehearsing specific techniques or sequences, or they may ‘plan on their feet’, when the, mood and size of the class becomes clear. Planning would also cover such aspects as ensuring that the dojo is booked, open on time and fit for use.
3. Conduct a training session.
The transmission of knowledge and skill will greatly depend on the learning environment and the communication skills of the instructor. The learning environment, as well as being safe, should be free from all distraction. In order to communicate skills to the students, the instructor must be able to provide a clear demonstration of what is required and ensure that all students can see and hear clearly.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of their own teaching and the progress of their students.
Many students making a similar mistake could indicate a teaching fault.
5. Ensure the health and safety of students by providing, as is reasonable, a safe practising environment.
An instructor has a responsibility to ensure as much as is reasonably possible that the student’s train in an environment which is safe and that proper supervision should be provided and discipline maintained. An instructor also has the responsibility to see that students correctly warm up and down, are positioned sensibly and are appropriately paired up, to ensure safe and effective training.
6. Demonstrate the knowledge of emergency procedures and be able to administer appropriate first aid.
An instructor should be aware of fire exits and evacuation procedures. They will need to know where the nearest casualty hospital is located and have access to a phone and transport. The instructor should be well versed in what is commonly known as ‘emergency aid’ procedure and have the ability to deal with life threatening accidents quickly and confidently.
7. Understand and explain the TBKA people structure.
An instructor will need to understand their association’s political and technical structure and know how, your members and their club fits into this structure.
8. Abide by and work within the rules, ethics and regulations specific to the dojo and competitions.
Karate instructors will greatly influence the behaviour of students both inside and out of the dojo and for this reason it is imperative that exemplary behaviour is demonstrated at all times. The ethos of karate is the development of the character through the development of the body and an instructor has a responsibility to uphold this tradition for the art of karate-do. It is important that instructor is able to demonstrate understanding of the current rules of competition if involved, or has students involved, in this area.
9. Use initiative and understanding when teaching those with special needs.
The term special needs, encompasses many conditions. A class may contain students with physical handicaps, minor or severe, or students who experience learning difficulties. A good instructor will be aware of these special needs and adjust their actions and instructions accordingly.
10. Understand the responsibilities of teaching children and the basic principles of growth and development.
Instructors must have a responsibility to the treat children in their care with as much consideration as would be given by their schoolteachers. Instructors need to understand physiology of children and teach exercises appropriate to their age and their build. They need to protect children from any physical and mental abuse whilst in their care.
11. Have a knowledge of specialised karate equipment and demonstrate its’ use.
Although generally there is little need for equipment in karate training, there are items of equipment used to develop certain aspects of karate skill, and the instructor should be able to demonstrate the correct use for safe and effective development
12. Offer sound advice on fitness training and understand motivational techniques.
Students often seek advice with regard to their general health or with regard to supplementary exercises to help them with their karate good instructors should possess fitness and a general understanding of the fundamentals of the body maintenance. A good instructor will also know the best ways to provide motivation and encouragement.
13. Contribute to the promotion and publicity of karate.
An instructor may become involved in marketing that can for example include advertising for new members and the sale of karate related goods, and the instructor has the responsibility to ensure that good advice is given regarding the suitability, cost and quality of merchandise and does not bring or expose the TBKA to inappropriate marketing.
14. Instigate an effective administration and record system.
Accurate record keeping is essential to ensure that all TBKA club requirements are met and all necessary insurance’s are in place. Medical experts may advise certain rest periods following injury, so accurate medical records must be maintained. Contact numbers should be kept on hand for all members, especially children, in case of emergencies.
15. Fulfil legal requirements.
A karate instructor has a legal as well as moral obligation to ensure the safety and well-being and best interest of their students and to do all that is reasonably possible to prevent accidents. TBKA instructors will receive up dated literature on health and safety matters and it is their responsibility to maintain up to date guidelines and abide by them.
You can be a TBKA coach: Levels 1 to 7
Qualification levels, requirements and responsibilities.
Dojo assistant: Level 1
Minimum age 10 years old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificate`s awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved, Dojo assistant certificate awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
1-1 coaching of junior students, e.g. Kihon and Heian shodan katas.
Club coach must be present, authorise and supervise activity.
Junior coach: Level 2
Minimum age 14 years old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificate’s awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved. Junior coach certificate awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
3-1 coaching ratio of junior students, covering kata and kihon. 9yh kyu – 6th kyu.
Club coach must be present and authorise activity.
Provisional Coach: Level 3
Minimum age 16 year old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificates awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved. Provisional coach certificates awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
1- 6 coaching ratio of junior students, covering kihon and kata, 9th kyu – 5th kyu.
Club coach must be present to authorise activity.
Students aiming for black belt must have completed and signed off all coaching sections in this section before grading, if under the age of 16 certificate will be given on training session nearest birthday.
Assistant coach: Level 4
Minimum age 18 years old, minimum grade 1st dan, Levels 1 to 3 in Tbka coaching achieved.
Crb checked.
Tbka health and safety policy understanding.
Recognised First aid qualification.
Tbka child protection policy understanding.
Valid insurance.
Actions guide:
Stand in for club coach as needed.
Take charge of group using own initiative.
Administration of club
Full understanding of Tbka syllabus.
Club Coach: Level 5
Minimum age 21 years old Minimum grade 1st dan,
Tbka Level 4 coaching criteria met.
Actions Guide:
Take charge and ownership of running a club
Supervise assistant coaches
Ensure training records and all club admin is valid and up to date
Regular communication with Head coach and Chief Instructor.
Head of Coaching : Level 6
Minimum 20 years training , minimum grade 4th dan.
Tbka Level 4 coaching criteria met.
Independent coaching development in place.
Actions Guide:
As per Club coach level 5. May be responsible for more than one club, or association activity, e.g. competition, specialist coaches, dan grade training sessions.
Chief instructor: Level 7
Highest association grade, minimum 25 years training.
Actions guide:
Overall coaching specialist for association, with feedback into Club and Head of coaches as and when needed.
Specialist coaches: S Level
Minimum age 18 years old, minimum grade 1st dan. Sponsored by head coach and approved by Chief instructor.
Level 4 Tbka coaching achieved in specific areas.
Actions guide:
Will be specialists with in an area, eg Kyu katas, 1st dan katas, 2nd dan katas, 3rd dan katas and 4th dan katas, self defence, competition, kihon basics kyu level dan grade levels, kumite covering sanbon, gobon and ippon kumite. All aspects of detail will need to be understood.
Dojo assistant: Level 1
Minimum age 10 years old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificate`s awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved, Dojo assistant certificate awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
1-1 coaching of junior students, e.g. Kihon and Heian shodan katas.
Club coach must be present, authorise and supervise activity.
Junior coach: Level 2
Minimum age 14 years old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificate’s awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved. Junior coach certificate awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
3-1 coaching ratio of junior students, covering kata and kihon. 9yh kyu – 6th kyu.
Club coach must be present and authorise activity.
Provisional Coach: Level 3
Minimum age 16 year old, minimum grade 3rd kyu, certificates awarded for each section achieved. Dan grade sponsor approved. Provisional coach certificates awarded when age, grade and all sections are completed and signed off.
Actions guide:
1- 6 coaching ratio of junior students, covering kihon and kata, 9th kyu – 5th kyu.
Club coach must be present to authorise activity.
Students aiming for black belt must have completed and signed off all coaching sections in this section before grading, if under the age of 16 certificate will be given on training session nearest birthday.
Assistant coach: Level 4
Minimum age 18 years old, minimum grade 1st dan, Levels 1 to 3 in Tbka coaching achieved.
Crb checked.
Tbka health and safety policy understanding.
Recognised First aid qualification.
Tbka child protection policy understanding.
Valid insurance.
Actions guide:
Stand in for club coach as needed.
Take charge of group using own initiative.
Administration of club
Full understanding of Tbka syllabus.
Club Coach: Level 5
Minimum age 21 years old Minimum grade 1st dan,
Tbka Level 4 coaching criteria met.
Actions Guide:
Take charge and ownership of running a club
Supervise assistant coaches
Ensure training records and all club admin is valid and up to date
Regular communication with Head coach and Chief Instructor.
Head of Coaching : Level 6
Minimum 20 years training , minimum grade 4th dan.
Tbka Level 4 coaching criteria met.
Independent coaching development in place.
Actions Guide:
As per Club coach level 5. May be responsible for more than one club, or association activity, e.g. competition, specialist coaches, dan grade training sessions.
Chief instructor: Level 7
Highest association grade, minimum 25 years training.
Actions guide:
Overall coaching specialist for association, with feedback into Club and Head of coaches as and when needed.
Specialist coaches: S Level
Minimum age 18 years old, minimum grade 1st dan. Sponsored by head coach and approved by Chief instructor.
Level 4 Tbka coaching achieved in specific areas.
Actions guide:
Will be specialists with in an area, eg Kyu katas, 1st dan katas, 2nd dan katas, 3rd dan katas and 4th dan katas, self defence, competition, kihon basics kyu level dan grade levels, kumite covering sanbon, gobon and ippon kumite. All aspects of detail will need to be understood.
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