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EMSA-hosted certification courses for every season and skill level.
EMSA MAIN hosts courses for coaches every season. All courses usually run in April, in preparation for the Outdoor season, and in September for Indoor season. The registration for all courses will be online.
If you have any questions regarding courses, please contact Martina Menaguale at martinam@emsamain.com.
Free U9–U12 Soccer Coach Seminar — June 20th, Ivor Dent Sports Park — Presented by Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Dear Coaches,
We're excited to invite you to an incredible opportunity to grow your coaching toolbox and connect with fellow EMSA coaches and the Whitecaps FC Staff!
On Friday, June 20th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Ivor Dent Sports Park (50th Street & Ellerslie Road), the Vancouver Whitecaps FC will be hosting a FREE U9–U12 Coaching Seminar exclusively for EMSA coaches!
This event is perfect for anyone looking to:
Gain deeper insight into professional youth development training methods
Watch a live on-field session delivered by the Whitecaps coaching team
Participate in an engaging Q&A session to get your coaching questions answered
Learn practical drills and techniques you can apply immediately with your teams
All EMSA coaches are welcome — just bring your curiosity and your love for the game!
Friday, June 20th
Ivor Dent Sports Park (50th St & Ellerslie Rd)
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Level 1 — U5, U7, U9 and Beginner U11 Teams
TBA
This course is designed for the development of movement skills needed for all sports, with the main emphasis on soccer. Games, methodology, and techniques will be given to the participants so that an enjoyable experience will be had by all. This course will give any new soccer coach the tools needed to run great practices and activity sessions.
Level 2 — U13–U19 Teams
TBA
This course is designed to give the coach ideas on how to improve their team's technical skill. This would be for the Tier 3–9 coach who wishes to improve their team's enjoyment and success on the field. We will be going over proper techniques on shooting, heading, fitness and ball control.
All details about the Coaching Pathway — including A Licence, B Licence, and C Licence — can be found on the ASA website:
albertasoccer.com — The Coaching Pathway
For coaches of Tier 1 and Tier 2 club level teams, the "B" License program is available. For details contact the Alberta Soccer Association at 780-474-2200 ext. 228.