Training programs for Motor Activity Training Program athletes should include one or more of the motor/sport skills described in this guide. After evaluating the athlete and selecting one or two motor skills and training activities, coaches are encouraged to set long-term goals for each motor skill and short-term objectives for each selected training activity. Goals focus on the specific motor skill achievement the athlete will accomplish by the end of the training program. Short-term objectives are small, progressive steps that the athlete can achieve within two to three weeks. It should be noted that it might take longer than a few weeks for some athletes to achieve even small short-term objectives. In order to set goals, short-term objectives, and select appropriate training activities coaches should:
Determine the athlete's present ability level on each of the seven motor skills by using the Motor Skills Assessment found in the previous section.
Identify motor skills on which the athlete will train and develop goals and short-term objectives for the training.
Design activities that compliment existing skill levels and targeted short term objectives.
Determine any specialized instructional strategies, specialized equipment, or activity modifications necessary to help the athlete reach his/her objectives.
