Here are the definitions according l'Coaching Association of Canada - CAC
The teacher mostly works on the technical development of the swing:
• Teaches specific sport skills;
• Works with participants of various skill levels;
• Works in a non-competitive context most of the time;
• Works in a punctual and short-term context.
The coach has a global approach:
• Works in a competitive context aiming for the achievement of a specific performance;
• Provides the athlete with a multi-dimensional approach including a vision and development plan of the physical, technical, tactic, and mental aspects of the game;
• Targets and prioritizes the improvement of an athlete’s competitive skills;
• Trains the athlete with a long-term perspective.
The coach is a very useful resource in the athlete’s development. He plays a key role as an advisor to the parents and their child. He provides them assistance with the identification of their short, medium and long-term goals, advises them on the competitions that should be added to their calendar, and designs an annual (or seasonal) training plan including technical, strategic, psychological, and physical training aspects corresponding to the development level of the young golfers and based on his goals.
It is important to choose a coach who will be able to adapt his expertise to the child’s capacities. As the child is in a very important stage of his live and that he is growing quickly, it is appropriate that the coach’s approach varies depending on the age, competences and game.
This being said, the presence of a coach is not mandatory for every children. The analyses of everyone’s needs and desires should be considered to determine the type of support each athlete should seek for.