Characteristics of education and continuous professional development of tennis coaches

Abstract

Nowadays the importance and necessity of education and continuous professional development of physical education and sports specialists has become a highly relevant and timely issue, as the requirements and conditions of life are constantly changing. There is a growing need to apply modern technologies and approaches to the learning process and to obtain up-to-date and relevant information. All this applies fully to tennis. The aim of the study is to determine the current state of education and continuous professional development of tennis coaches. Materials and methods: in accordance with the aim and objectives, the research programme included an analysis of scientific and methodological literature, Internet resources, and an analysis of participation in the different educational programmes of the Ukrainian Tennis Federation and the International Tennis Federation. Results: The article presents the peculiarities of the preparation of specialists in the field of physical culture and sport in Ukraine, as well as pays attention to the issue of continuous professional development of tennis coaches. The Ukrainian Tennis Federation has been fruitfully working in this area for many years, cooperating with the International Tennis Federation and higher educational institutions of Ukraine. A lot of education courses of different levels have been held for coaches who are work with beginners, intermediate and advanced players. Approaches to coaching and professional development have gradually changed with the development of modern technology, which has gained rapid momentum in recent years. The introduction of an online learning platform by the International Tennis Federation is a convenient and effective way for a coach to access up-to-date literature, webinars, conferences, etc. This provides a convenient and effective way for coaches to keep updated. In addition, the International Tennis Federation, in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee, runs various educational programmes. One of these programmes is WISH, which aims to develop and support female coaches in elite sport.  Conclusions. Preparation in physical education and sport is a necessary and important part of the work with children. Coaches can improve their skills and develop as professionals and individuals by using modern technologies and education approaches.