Effective goal setting is the foundation of athlete development and long-term success. The Goal Setting for Coaches and Athletes course provides practical strategies to help coaches guide their athletes in setting realistic, measurable, and achievable goals.
By understanding the psychology behind goal setting, you’ll be able to create a structured approach to motivation, progress tracking, and performance improvement.
In this course, you will learn:
- The fundamentals of short-term and long-term goal setting
- How to develop SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
- Techniques to help athletes stay motivated and accountable
- Strategies for adjusting goals based on progress and performance
- The role of mental skills and mindset in achieving success
This course is designed for coaches at all levels who want to help their athletes maximize their potential through structured and effective goal setting.
How to Enroll
All USA Cycling courses are offered exclusively through USA Cycling’s online learning management system at learn.usacycling.org.
Questions? Contact Suzy Sanchez, Director of DEI and Membership Programs, at ssanchez@usacycling.org.
