title: Becoming a Coach in Developmental Adaptive Sailing: A Lifelong Learning Perspective.
abstract: Life-story methodology and innovative methods were used to explore the process of becoming a developmental adaptive sailing coach. Jarvis's (2009) lifelong learning theory framed the thematic analysis. The findings revealed that the coach, Jenny, was exposed from a young age to collaborative environments. Social interactions with others such as mentors, colleagues, and athletes made major contributions to her coaching knowledge. As Jenny was exposed to a mixture of challenges and learning situations, she advanced from recreational para-swimming instructor to developmental adaptive sailing coach. The conclusions inform future research in disability sport coaching, coach education, and applied sport psychology.
authors.affiliation: University of Ottawa.
authors.forename: Tiago
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Duarte
authors.affiliation: University of Ottawa.
authors.forename: Diane M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Culver