FIG Training Techniques 2

Question 1

A coach breaks a back handspring into a bridge kickover, a back walkover, and a spotted back handspring on a wedge. What teaching method is this?

Accepted Answer

Part-progressive (progression) method

Answer

Lead-up drills that build the skill one step at a time are the part-progressive method.

Question 2

Which type of practice schedule tends to produce better long-term retention of several gymnastics skills, even though performance during the session may look worse?

Accepted Answer

Random (interleaved) practice

Answer

Contextual interference from random practice improves retention and transfer, even though performance during the session drops.

Question 3

During the cognitive stage of motor learning, which feedback approach is generally most effective?

Accepted Answer

Frequent, simple feedback on one or two key points

Answer

Beginners can only process a little information at a time, so short, frequent cues on one or two points work best.

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a soft landing pit or resi-pit when teaching new release moves or saltos?

Accepted Answer

To reduce impact and injury risk while the athlete learns the movement pattern

Answer

Soft landing surfaces let gymnasts repeat new skills safely while they are still learning.

Question 5

Which principle states that training adaptations are specific to the type of movement, energy system, and muscles used?

Accepted Answer

Principle of specificity

Answer

Specificity (the SAID principle) means the body adapts to the exact demands placed on it.

FIG - International Gymnastics Federation Coach Certification Practice Test

FIG - International Gymnastics Federation Coach Certification Practice Test

FIG Training Techniques 2