FA LEVEL 1 COACHING
In Football Coaching
The FA Level 1 in Coaching Football provides learners with an introduction to coaching the game and working with players from under 7 to open age.
About The Course
The FA Level 1 in Coaching Football, leading to the achievement of the 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Football qualification, is the first stepping-stone on the core coaching pathway. It will provide you with an introduction to coaching the game and working with players from under 7 to open age.
You will gain insight into the game in England, how it is played and how you can coach to better support the development of future players.
The course of learning is made up of eight guided learning, face-to-face workshops covering a range of topics linked to the England DNA, as well as some directed learning opportunities via three eLearning modules hosted on The FA Learning Management System (LMS). The eLearning modules cover core topics including the role of the coach, long-term player development and The FA Plan, Do, Review model.
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Can i bring my child to a taster session without registering?Yes, we would always encourage an introductory taster sessions before regsistering. In order to arrange a for a free taster session, please call the appropriate manager for your child's age group.
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What kit do i need to buy for my child?For all training sessions you will need to provide the appropriate footwear (Astro or Studs), shin pads, waterproof clothing and a drink. Heathwaite FC provides football tops on match days, children will need their own black short and socks.
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How much is registration for the seasonRegistration to Heathwaite FC is £100 for the season, which is payable as follows: Part seasons are charged at pro-rata rate if joining mid-term..
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Will my child play in weekend football matches from the begining?That all depends on the child, but in most cases it can take a few sessions of familiarisation with the team, and some confidence building before introducing a player in to a competitive game.
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What if my child has medical condition such as asthma?The FA have set strict guidelines for youth football with regards to medical conditions, but conditions such as asthma are permissible. It is a requirement of registrtion to declare all medical conditions, however small. Please talk to a Manager or our Child Welfare Officer if you have any further questions.
Course Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites to begin your FA Level 1 in Coaching Football course.
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Outcomes
You will be introduced to:
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The England DNA
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The FA 4 Corner Model which will help you gain a better understanding of player long-term development
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The FA Plan, Do, Review Model, helping you construct appropriate practices and sessions
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A series of practical coaching ideas, giving you the ability to recognise the various ingredients that make up safe and engaging practices
Availability
This course is organised and run by our local County FA, with dates set up throughout the season for you to choose from.
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Enquire:
Sara Newhouse l Football Services Administration Officer
Westmorland County Football Association Limited
Telephone: 01539 730946 - Email: Sara.Newhouse@westmorlandfa.com
