Ed Christian

Ed Christian is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and Sports Coaching at the University of Chichester's Institute of Sport. With a background in outdoor education and adventure sports, he specializes in the psychology of skill acquisition and coach education, focusing on dynamic and psychologically demanding environments.

• Joined University of Chichester in 2006
• British Canoeing Level 4 Coach and Coach Educator/Assessor
• PhD candidate studying epistemological beliefs in adventure sports coaches

Research Interests revolve around applying theoretical frameworks to practical coaching, particularly in adventure sports. His work explores how the unique features of these environments shape coaches' epistemic beliefs and practices, contrasting them with traditional sports coaching.

Publications include studies on coach demographics, epistemic belief development, and pedagogical tools for adventure sports. He frequently contributes to the Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning and has presented at conferences like the British Canoeing Coaching Conference.