The FA is committed to developing the FIFA and UEFA approved format of Small Sided Football – Futsal.
To support the development of Futsal in England, The FA has devised an introductory six hour coaching course at various places around the country.
Course Objectives
On completion of the course the candidate should be able to:
- Understand and appreciate the fundamentals of Futsal
- Organise and coach the basic skills and techniques of Futsal
- Understand the basic principles of attack and defence of Futsal
- Appreciate the ‘Laws of the Game’ of Futsal
- Have an appreciation of the fitness demands of Futsal
Course of Training - 6 hours
4 hours practical
2 hours theory
Pre-Course Requirements
The course is an open access course. However in order to be certificated candidates must hold one of the existing FA Coaching Awards. Candidates seeking certification for the course should therefore hold or have attended the following;
- An existing FA Coaching Qualification
- FA Child Protection module
- FA Emergency First Aid
Assessment
- Successful completion of the Course Assessment Examination Paper (multiple choice)
- Successful completion of the FA Emergency First Aid module or equivalent
- Successful completion of the FA Child Protection module
- 100% course attendance
Course Fee
A course fee of £27.50 (10% discount if paying via Credit Card) is payable in advance of the course taking place. Places on the course are not secured until payment by The FA has been received.
The Course fee includes the cost of the course resources - Futsal DVD, Course Tutor notes (key skills and drills), Laws of the Game Booklet.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply via The FA Learning website by clicking the link on the right and going to 'National Courses'.
For information about any upcoming courses, or to arrange a course in your area, please contact Ellie.Blok@thefa.com.