Abstract
M.Ed. (Didactics Training)
Limited data regarding the pedagogic didactic responsibilities of the sport mentor could be obtained. Consequently very few guidelines do exist in this regard. Research therefore indicates to a large extent what responsibilities regarding the coaching of sports are. The framework of this research includes the pedagogic
(educational) and didactic perspectives as well as the guidelines concerning the task of the sport mentor. A prerequisite for effective communication between the sport mentor
and the players (adult to be) is the creation of a suitable learning situation. The relevant components for the coaching of sports are: The young sportsman (adult-to-be) /child;
an effective relationship; goals; content; sequence and The sport mentor. This research highlights the complexity of coaching and concludes that coaches (sport mentors) who are well versed in didactic pedagogic principles should be able to fulfil this responsibility successfully.