Sports training is usually classified as non-academic training. Non-academic training refers to the training that does not grant academic degrees. Its purpose is to improve the professional ability or specific skills of individuals through the training of professional skills and practical experience. Sports training is usually to improve athletes' skills, techniques and competitive level, and to prepare for competition or career development.

Different from academic education, non-academic training pays more attention to the cultivation of practice and skills, and is usually provided by professional training institutions, coaches or professional sports associations. This kind of training usually does not grant degrees or credits, but proves the training experience and skill level of participants through certificates, licenses or other forms of certification.

It should be noted that although sports training belongs to non-academic training, it plays an important role in improving personal skills and competitive level, and is of great significance to people engaged in sports-related occupations or pursuing sports development.