Design and Validation of the Questionnaire on the Initial Training Degree of Sports Coaches: QUGRAFOR®

Abstract

The main objective of this research is to carry out a preliminary survey on the training of rugby coaches. To this end, an analysis was performed using the Delphi technique from a sample of 15 experts with extensive experience in training and teaching of this sport modality. It was implemented by elaborating a questionnaire of eight dimensions which must be taken into account in the preparation of rugby trainers: demographic variable, teaching experience, initial training, conception of rugby teaching, teaching methodology, personal aspects and training needs. This questionnaire was sent to some experts: the results show that most agree with all dimensions raised and 100% of them feel the need to know their teaching experience, the reasons for practising their profession, their training needs and their willingness to update their knowledge. Only some issuesconcerning their experience indifferent sports, and some repetitive aspects about the coachwork have been removed. Key-Words: Training, Sports, Rugby, Delphi Method, Questionnaire, Validation.