What is Coaching?
Coaching a new driver is primarily about creating a partnership and building trust. A new driver learning in this environment knows that his opinions are just as valid as those of the coach and is therefore not inhibited from expressing those opinions.
The role of the coach is not to 'teach' or 'instruct' in the conventional sense but to encourage the new driver to take responsibility for personal safety and learning decisions. The role of coach is to observe, question and provide feedback that is neutral and helps the learner to develop an awareness of what he and others are doing. The coach also encourages the driver to reflect on the experiences, identify goals and develop personal strategies to achieve their goals.