Analysis is another component central to the coaching process and therefore a key coaching skill.
Coaches need to analyse (within the session initially) the technical and tactical aspects of performance, the physical condition and mental skills of the performer, the extent to which goals have been achieved, as well as their own coaching performance.
The skills, knowledge and experience of the coach are often required to revise practices to meet the changing needs and demands of the performers (eg more or less demanding activities) and/or the environment (eg hot or cold conditions; hard or soft surfaces).
Analysis is also an important part of the overall evaluation of the coaching session or programme, which strongly influences the planning of future sessions and goals.