How much is too much?

Our first listener question:

How do we teach mechanics without talking too much and losing their attention? We discuss this topic between two coaches and thrown out some thoughts for you to chew on. 

One of the most challenging skills as a coach is finding the right mix between talking and doing. Our players are exposed to so many stimulating technologies it makes it even harder to keep their attention. We debate the most effective way to work with players, teaching in an effective way and managing the mix of technical coaching with giving the opportunity for them to try, fail and learn through experience. 

I would love to hear your thoughts on the proper mix for each age that people coach. Many times trial and error is the best teacher. It seems to make sense that if we share our experiences we can shorten the learning curve for all of us.