The FA Youth Award is as much about the HOW of working with young players as the WHAT.

It is the first course that looks at the child and where they are developmentally (in the four corners of physical, psychological, technical and social aspects) and then packages football through a number of exciting new activities in such a way that it "fits" the child and not the toher way around.

This marks a progressive change in coaching philosophy, creating a truly player-centered approach to the coaching and development of our young players.

Module 1 is a 32-hour non-assessed course aimed at coaches who wish to extended their knowledge of coaching the 5-11year old player.

The course will be a mixture of theory and practical sessions covering;

- Managing players motivation and self esteem;

- Recognising how players learn;

- Managing players mistakes and encourages a 'can do' approach from players;

- Game-related exercises that support playersto develop their technique and apply skill in environments where they can make decisions.

Minimum Requirements

One of;

- Level 1 Award in Coaching Football

- Qualified Teacher Status + Age Appropriate Coaching - Introductory Module

Dates

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September - Practical & Theory - 9.00am-5.00pm

Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 September - Practical & Theory - 9.00am-5.00pm

The cost of the course is £130 per candidate.

Bookings may be made online and payment made by credit card at http://eventspace.thefa.com/huntsfa/participant/s.aspx

For futher information or application forms or contact Wendy Chambers on 01480 447482 or at Wendy.Chambers@HuntsFA.com

For all courses attendance is mandatory for all days. You must already hold a current recognised emergancy first aid certificate as well as having attended an FA Safeguarding Children/Child Protection Workshop. You will be asked to supply a copy of these certificates, which must be dated within the last three years.