For more information about professional coaches, see the Professional Athletes occupation. Coaches who work in elementary and secondary schools explain and demonstrate the use of sports equipment. They also explain and demonstrate sports techniques. Coaches show students moves they can practice. During practice, coaches watch players perform and give them feedback.
Coaches explain the rules and teach students strategy.
They also describe and enforce safety rules. They may also teach good sportsmanship. Sports instructors may teach one sport and lecture on its history and purpose. They may organize and conduct competitions and tournaments. In schools, coaches often teach classes, such as physical education, in addition to coaching.