CYSA Coaching Program and the Learning LadderThe educational procedure of the CYSA Coaching Program is established by the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) which mandates that all coaches, regardless of background, follow the educational steps from "F" through National "D", without skipping a level. It is also required tht the information be used for one full season before proceeding to the next course.
All coaches, regardless of past playing or coaching experience, can gain valuable information and instruction on the modern methods of coaching/teaching youth soccer.
Note: Bring writing materials for the classroom sessions. Playing attire and equipment for field sessions. An attitude of wanting to learn and have some FUN!
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Objectives
| The purpose of the CYSA Coaching Program is to educate, promote and stimulate your interest in youth soccer. |
| To assure undersatnding of the topics taught, calssroom discussion is combined with field participation. Objectives include: |
| - Helping you to understand your players. |
| - Giving you a teaching framework that works. |
| - Allowing you to experience the thrills and agonies of playing soccer. |
| - Giving you the opportunity to evaluate your knowledge of youth soccer. |
| The intent is to give information that will make coaching and playing soccer more enjoyable. |
Pre-F Orientation Course
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Objectives:
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Prelude to the "F" course. |
| Introduction to Youth Soccer and the CYSA Coaching School. | ||
Course Length: |
Three Hours (flexable). | |
| Two Hours Classroom (flexable): | ||
| - Coach's (Teacher's) Role | ||
| - Player's Role | ||
| - Parent's Role | ||
| One Hour Field (flexable): | ||
| - Introduction to the "9-Step Practice Routine" | ||
Testing:
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None. | |
Prerequisites:
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Minimum age is 13 years old. Open mind and willingness to have FUN! | |
Enrollment: |
Check with your local League, Club or District Recreation Coordinator. |
"F" Course
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Objectives:
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Prelude to the "E" course. |
Course Length: |
Nine Hours total . | |
| Three Hours Classroom: | ||
| - "The Routine" | ||
| - Methods of Coaching and Teaching | ||
| - Players and Their Game Responsibilities | ||
| Six Hours Field: | ||
| - "The Routine" in action | ||
| - Role of the First Attacker | ||
| - Role of the First Defender | ||
Testing:
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None. | |
Prerequisites:
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Minimum age is 14 years old. Open mind and willingness to have FUN! | |
Enrollment: |
Check with your local League, Club or District Recreation Coordinator. |
"E" Course
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Objectives:
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Prelude to the "E/D" course. |
Course Length: |
Eighteen Hours total . | |
| Six Hours Classroom: | ||
| - Systems of Play | ||
| - Principles of Attack | ||
| - Principles of Defense | ||
| Twelve Hours Field: | ||
| - Roles of the First and Second Attacker | ||
| - Roles of the First and Second Defender | ||
| - Tactics and the Laws of the Game | ||
Testing:
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None. | |
Prerequisites:
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Completed "F" course. Minimum age is 15 years old. Open mind and willingness to gain understading. | |
Enrollment: |
For additional "F" and "E" course information, call your local District Coaching Coordinator. |
"E/D" Course
Note: Fifteen (15) applications must be received two weeks prior to the scheduled course date in order for this course to be held. The District "E/D" Course is mandatory as a prerequisite to the "D" Course.
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Objectives:
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Preparing for the "D" course. |
Course Length: |
Thirty-two Hours | |
| Six Hours Classroom: | ||
| - Fifteen Attacking Themes | ||
| - Fifteen Defending Themes | ||
| Twenty-Six Hours Field: | ||
| - Fifteen Attacking Themes | ||
| - Fifteen Defending Themes | ||
Testing:
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Self-Evaluation. Be prepared to receive Points of Refinement. | |
Prerequisites:
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Completed "E" course. Minimum age is 16 years old. High school coaches need verification from the Athletic Director. | |
Enrollment: |
For application and registration information, call your local District Coaching Coordinator. |
Note: Fifteen (15) applications must be received two weeks prior to the scheduled course date in order for this course to be held. The District "E/D" Course is mandatory as a prerequisite to the "D" Course.
"D" Course
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Objectives:
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Rating of your youth coaching ability. |
Course Length: |
Four Days | |
| Classroom: | ||
| - Discussions and Lectures | ||
| Field: | ||
| - Game Observation | ||
| - Field Demonstartions and Examinations | ||
Testing:
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Quizzes, Oral Examinations and Field Examination. | |
Prerequisites:
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Completed "E/D" course, no exceptions. Minimum age is 17 years old. (Proof of attending a referee course fulfills the "D" Course requirements.) | |
Enrollment: |
Enrollment is limited to qualified applicants. |
Goalkeeping Course
Objectives:
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Training the Goalkeeper |
Course Length: |
Nine Hours total. |
| Three Hours Classroom: | |
| - The Goalkeeper "Routine" | |
| - Methods of coaching and teaching the Goalkeeper | |
| - Goalkeeper game techniques and responsibilities | |
| Six Hours Field: | |
| - The Goalkeeper "Routine" in action | |
| - Learning and teaching specific Themes | |
Testing:
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Self evaluation when instructing (team) goalkeeper. |
Prerequisites:
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Minimum age is 14 years old. |
Note: |
Coaches must be prepared to have ONE of their goalkeepers attend the last 3 hours of the course. |
