Initial feedback has been extremely positive following last year’s launch of Module One – “Developing the Environment”. The FA Youth Award marks a different approach to developing young players as it focuses as much on “how” to teach as on “what” to teach.
By adopting this new approach, the course will encourage coaches to develop a greater understanding of how players learn. This method of developing the young player also includes key workshops and practical activities. These look at the vitally important areas of: self esteem, motivation and how to manage mistakes. By raising awareness in these areas, and how they link with the development of our young players, the coach is given an insight into the components which need to be present in order to create a vibrant and enjoyable learning environment for the players. If implemented, this will allow the players to not only develop their football skills, but also their personal skills which will help them as they grow and develop into adults.
The FA Youth Award is the first course that looks predominantly at the young player. The course applies The FA’s four corner model as it looks at the player in four key developmental areas:
Physical | Pscychological | Technical | Social.
Football is then packaged through a number of exciting new activities in such a way that it "fits" the player and not the other way round. This marks a progressive change in coaching philosophy, creating a truly player-centred approach to the coaching and development of our young players.
Three modules are being delivered for The FA Youth Award:
• Module One: 'Developing the Environment'– available now
• Module Two: 'Developing the Practice' - available now
• Module Three: 'Developing the Player' - coming soon
To enrolll on Module One you will need to be at least an FA Level One qualified coach, or alternatively if you are a qualified teacher you can undertake a one day introductory module before taking Module One.
With the new FA Youth Award promising to be one of the most popular FA courses yet, we encourage people to make sure they take their place soon and put themselves at the forefront of football coaching.
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For further information, please contact:
Lisa Hollis – Football Development Administrator
lisa.hollis@worcestershirefa.com | 01905 827137 (ext 205)