Why become a VAFC Coach?
Coach Clinics Provided Free
VAFC is always looking for positive role models to coach at all levels, House level (U5-U10), 8-aside (U11-U13), and Divisional (U14-U18) age groups. Whether you have previous coaching experience or are just starting out and are hoping to give back to your community we have a coaching spot for you.
In order to be the best instructor, role model and mentor to the players of VAFC we feel that coaches also need to be supported and guided through their own development and progress through the Canada Soccer Coach Education Pathway.
The club will provide required training and support as the coach moves through and develops within the VAFC club and ensure that all coaches have completed the required course per age & level that they are to coach.
Coaches with previous experience and background in divisional and higher are also welcome as they work on their coaching licensing and progress.
Please take the time to complete and submit the coaching application. All coach applications will be reviewed by our technical staff and new volunteers will be placed in the most appropriate coaching position based on their experience to support their success.
Certification Coaching Process & Resources
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IMPORTANT!
Overview
Grassroots coaching clinics are delivered in 2 parts:
Online Theory (PART 1) – Operated/delivered by Canada Soccer
On Field Practical (PART 2) – Operated/delivered by BC Soccer (hosted by VAFC)
Part 1 – Online Theory
You must complete Part 1 before you can register for Part 2. IMPORTANTLY, it may take 7 to 10 days for your Coach Centre account to be updated with the credit for the Online Theory (Part 1), so you must complete this pre-requisite well in advance of the scheduled date for the On-Field Practical (PART 2) component.
Registration Process
Step 1: If you have not done so already, open a Coach Centre Account (https://www.coachcentre.ca/)
Step 2 : Coaches can register in the Online Theory (PART 1) at any time using their personal credit card ($21.00 or $31.50).
Reimbursement Process: Once you have registered for your online theory, please send the receipt of your purchase to finance@vafc.ca so that we can reimburse you. Please make the subject line “coaches certification reimbursement”. Include your first and last name in the email and indicate what email address you would like an e transfer sent to. Please also include your mailing address in the event that we need to send you a check.
Step 3: Use one of the following links to purchase a spot in the Online Theory course:
Active Start
Fundementals
Learn to Train
Soccer for Life
You can pay for the course using your own payment method (e.g., Credit Card).
You will be provided with an Access Code that you will use to login to the training area. The login area for the online theory course is: https://canadasoccer.smarteru.com/remote-login/login.cfm
Practical On-field (PART 2)
Once your profile in Coach Centre (operated by BC Soccer) has been updated with the Part 1 course credit (from Canada Soccer), you can register in the On-filed Practical component. Registration for the On-field Practical Component is done through www.coachcentre.ca using a Private Code
ONLINE
All coaches must complete PART ONE (an online course) before they can register for STEP TWO (an on-field workshop).
Determine your Method of Payment
You can pay for the course using your own payment method.
Purchase a Spot in the Online Theory Course
Use one of the following links to purchase a spot in the Online Theory course:
Active Start
Fundementals
Learn to Train
Soccer for Life
You will be provided with an Access Code that you will use to log in to the training area. The login area for the online theory course is. HERE:
One you have completed Part One and the course credit is visible In your Coach Centre Account, you can register in the PART TWO the on-field practical workshop.
VAFC Coach Certification On-Field Workshops
Once you have completed the online theory, Canada Soccer will notify BC Soccer to apply the course credit to your account on BC Soccer’s certification management system called Coach Centre. Once this is done, you will be able to register for an upcoming On-Field Practical Workshop (Part 2) to complete your full certification at this level. See below for the clinic that applies to your age group that your coaching this upcoming season.
Active Start: TBA
Fundamentals: TBA
Learn to Train: TBA
Soccer for Life: TBA
Criminal Record Check
Please be advised that your Criminal Record Check is required to volunteer with VAFC. As an official (Coach/Assistant or Manager) you are required to complete a CRC as anyone who works with children needs to be cleared.
Could you please complete the online Criminal Record Check by clicking the link below:
https://justice.gov.bc.ca/eCRC/
You will be asked to enter an access code during this process which identifies VAFC as the club you are registering with, please use the code provided below:
ZJSB5RVT2P
You may be asked to print the document and send it in, please print , sign and scan it and send to this email address and we will also need to be sent an email with a copy of your ID to do the validation and then I will send these all on to the ministry of Justice, if you prefer not to send your ID via email please let me know and we can meet.
You may be asked to come and do fingerprinting, you will need to go to your local police station to do this.To prevent a charge of $25 please contact me advising you have been asked to complete fingerprinting and I will write a letter from the Club advising that we are a non profit organization and you are a volunteer.
Send a copy of your service number to VAFC Admin at admin@vafc.ca. This needs to be completed as soon as possible so that we can get you working with the teams assigned to you.
Should you have any questions please let me know.
Kind Regards,
Administration Team
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Coach Resources
Thank you for dedicating your time and energy to helping our players grow, both on and off the field. At Vancouver Athletic FC, we understand the important role you play in shaping the experience and development of our youth athletes. To support you in your efforts, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of coaching resources designed to help you succeed.
These resources include training session plans, skill development guides, game strategies, and tools to foster teamwork and communication. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting, these materials will provide valuable insights and ideas to enhance your sessions and player engagement.
We’re committed to equipping you with the tools you need to create a positive and rewarding soccer environment. Thank you for being an integral part of our club and for inspiring the next generation of soccer players!
Select the Age Group that Applies to you.
Coaches Guide : Click Here
Game Model : Click Here
Sample Sessions : Click Here
Coaches Guide : Click Here
Game Model : Click Here
Sample Sessions : Click Here
Set Piece Guidelines: Click Here
Coach Resources from BC SOCCER: Click here
Coach Profile (U6 – U18): Document
Team Profile (U14 – U18) : Document
Player Profile (U10 – U18): Document
NCCP Coaching Modules : Document
The Responsible Coach : Document
VAFC will have be updating the Coaches Resource area frequently.
Coach Pathway
Certifications & Clinics
See Above
Canada Soccer strongly encourages all coaches to complete ongoing coach education modules as part of the coaching pathway and professional development.
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