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Sports Coach or Instructor

OFO Code: 342204

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
342204
Occupation
Sports Coach or Instructor
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
TECHNICIANS AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
3422 · Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials

Official description
Sports coaches, instructors and officials work with amateur and professional sportspersons to enhance performance, encourage greater participation in sport, and organize and officiate in sporting events according to established rules.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach, Dressage Instructor, Scuba Instructor, Diving Coach, Gymnastics Coach or Instructor, Show Jumping Instructor, Cricket Coach, Football Coach, Snowboarding Instructor, Martial Arts Instructor, Diving Instructor (Open Water), Callisthenics Instructor, Tennis Coach, Polo Coach, Swimming Coach or Instructor, Snorkelling Instructor, Skiing Instructor, Squash Coach, Equine Tutor / Riding Instructor, Surface Supply Breathing Apparatus (SSBA) Instructor, Athletic Coach, Water Polo Coach, Snowsport Instructor, Basketball Coach, Dive Master

  • Planning, developing and implementing training and practice sessions
  • Formulating competitive strategy, developing game plans and directing athletes and players during games or athletic events
  • Identifying strengths and weaknesses of athletes or teams
  • Analysing and evaluating athletes' or teams' performances and modifying training programs
  • Motivating and preparing athletes or teams for competitive events or games
  • Officiating at sporting events or athletic competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules and safety regulations are observed
  • Compiling scores and other athletic records
  • Judging the performance of competitors, awarding points, imposing penalties for infractions and determining results
  • Monitoring and analysing technique and performance, and determining how future improvements can be made
  • Developing, planning and coordinating competitive schedules and programs
  • Recording lapsed time and keeping scores during events or competitions;

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