Coaches Wanted
Coaching children is a very rewarding experience. And, coaching your own child's team can be one of the most rewarding experiences of all! Coaches are pivotal to having children get the AYSO experience. If Regions don't have enough coaches, registration is scaled back and kids who want to play in AYSO are turned away.
Do you have little or no experience with soccer? No problem! AYSO will teach you, based on the age level you are coaching. Unique age-appropriate coach training is one of AYSO's specialties. If you plan to be at your child's soccer practices and games, you'll also have time to be your child's coach.
To become an AYSO coach, you must be certified in the age level you are coaching. Certification takes three easy steps. First, fill out a volunteer form. Then either attend a short Safe Haven course in person or online. Lastly, attend a brief age-specific coaching course. It's only a few hours, and generally on a weekend. We also have brand new Coaching Manuals that help you with training plans and activities for the age you are coaching.
Coaches are essential to the game. They teach children soccer skills and help develop a healthy and positive attitude, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Coaching is a rewarding experience because you have the opportunity to build a child's self-esteem, help them learn new skills, and just have a lot of fun.
Don’t worry if you’ve never coached before – we offer pre-season Coach Classes at no cost.
If you’re concerned about practice times – as Coach, YOU pick your own practice time.
If interested please contact our Regional Coach Admin or any of our other board members listed on this site.
Click HERE for more information and training opportunities.