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Sport and physical activities require different sets of skills. Skills have many characteristics and can change depending on the environment, complexity and pace of the skill which is carried out.

Performers need guidance to acquire and improve their skills. Visual, verbal, manual and mechanical guidance are used in different situations and to support performers in a range of different ways.

Feedback tells performers how well they performed. It is a vital component of the information processing model and can focus on knowledge of results or performance and can be intrinsic or extrinsic.

To succeed and perform their best, athletes need to use their minds as well as their bodies. Mental techniques help to control emotions, manage stress and improve participation and performance.

Setting targets helps participants develop strategies for success. This has an impact on health, wellbeing and performance and helps focus attention and enable improved effort and concentration.