The first in a new series of sports' coaching handbooks, published in association with the National Coaching Foundation and the sport's Governing Body. Each book is an introductory guide for coaches, written for those who are called upon to coach beginners be they parents, teachers or community leaders. Designed as a practical working manual, it includes step-by-step methods for introducing and developing techniques, skills and tactics. The general role and responsibilities of a coach are discussed along with clear guidelines with regard to safety and prevention of injury. Each book ends with an abbreviated version of the offical laws of the sport. With the current emphasis on introducing sound techniques at an early age this new series will be an aid for all coaches of beginners.