Course Description
The development of team chemistry by molding numerous personalities into a cohesive unit is the focus of this class. The course will prepare the participant to manage individual attitudes while getting those individuals to think together as a team.
Required Text:
Successful Coaching-4th Edition by Rainer Martens, Human Kinetics; (February 17, 2012)
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, the participant will:
- Be ready to turn potential negative situations into positive bonding solutions
- Develop strategies that help in creating bonding attitudes.
- Personalize and develop strategies to help student/athletes to bond together as a team
Instructor
Tony Battilega
B.A. Communication Studies, University of San DiegoCalifornia teaching credentials: English, Health, Physical Education.
High School Teacher 30 years - English 11 years, Health Education 5 years, Physical Education 17 years.
Distinguished Teacher Award: Rancho Bernardo HS, Granada HS, Amador Valley HS.
High School Baseball Coach 30 years: Rancho Bernardo, Granada, Amador Valley, San Ramon Valley. Multiple League and CIF Championships.
Youth Baseball Coach 10 years: Three Babe Ruth World Series Championships.
Baseball Camps 30 years: Owner, Coordinator, Instructor.
College Baseball Coach 2 years: Pitching coach Menlo College, San Diego City College.
Division 1 Baseball Player 4 years: University of San Diego.
“I am passionate about health, fitness and lifelong learning. I teach because everyone, especially teenagers, need support and guidance in their physical, emotional and social wellness. I am driven to leave a positive impact on every person I meet.”
Personal: Married, two children, dog, snake. Family is extremely important.
Interests: Mountains, Beach, Travel, Fishing, Hiking, Skiing, Fitness, Photography, Reading and Writing.