Here you will find all the resources you need to help you along your path as a Regional League or Travel Coach! There are links to various online education outlets like in-depth practice session prep, coaching license class info, how to develop amazing young players and more!
We will also use this page to promote our seasonal “On-Field” Clinics and refresher classes which are completely FREE for all of our volunteer staff.
Regional league & travel coaching requirements
Regional league and travel coaching (phases 1-3) | Introduction & screening
This free introductory module, which represents the first step in the newly revised coaching license pathway, is now the general starting point of the pathway and is the required prerequisite to undergo any of U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Licensing Courses. Coaches who complete the module will also be provided with four complimentary Play-Practice-Play training sessions.
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travel soccer | level 1 – Intro to 7v7 soccer
The 7v7 Online Course contains a two-hour module that builds on the principles covered in U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module. Specifically, candidates will learn more about U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Coaching Education Philosophy, Play-Practice-Play Methodology, the Six Tasks of a Coach, and the characteristics of players aged 9-10. The course will also ask each candidate to reflect on their experiences to develop action steps for personal growth.
The course also includes the 90-minute SafeSport module, as well as the Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments module.
If you have a valid, non-expired SafeSport license, you can add this to your Learning Center Profile which will automatically update your assignment within this course. If you are under the age of 18, you will not be required to complete the SafeSport assignment.
All modules must be completed to earn the license from this course.
Eligibility Requirements:
In order to register for the 7v7 Online Course, candidates must have completed U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching module.
Cost:
The 7v7 Online Course is $25 and includes access to training sessions and planning tools in the Learning Center.
Please note: A failing grade will be given for courses not completed within twelve (12) months of registration.
travel soccer | level 2 – Intro to 9v9 soccer
The 9v9 Online Course contains a two-hour module that builds on the principles covered in U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module. Specifically, candidates will learn more about U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Coaching Education Philosophy, Play-Practice-Play Methodology, the Six Tasks of a Coach, and the characteristics of players aged 11-12. The course will also ask each candidate to reflect on their experiences to develop action steps for personal growth.
The course also includes the 90-minute SafeSport module, as well as the Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments module.
If you have a valid, non-expired SafeSport license, you can add this to your Learning Center Profile which will automatically update your assignment within this course. If you are under the age of 18, you will not be required to complete the SafeSport assignment.
All modules must be completed to earn the license from this course.
travel soccer | level 3 – full sided & “f” license requirements | NJYS state certificate
The NJYS State Certificate is an level course, formerly known as the “F” License, that meets the requirements of the New Jersey Little League Law P.L. 1988, Chapter 87 (NJSA C.2A:62A 6) relating to immunity from liability unless willful, wanton, or grossly negligent and is the minimum requirement for an NJYS Travel Coach member pass requirements.
This certificate is generally offered in a hybrid format for a total of six-hours (3 hours virtual in a self-paced course hosted on USYS University, 3 hours in-person). The virtual modules through USYS University (Module 1, Module 2, & the Written Assignment) shall be completed prior to attending the field session.
The course examines safety considerations, emergency planning, injury care and prevention, and significant coaching responsibilities of the coach responsible for players within travel programs. An introduction is provided to foster understanding of player-centered and developmentally appropriate coaching for those engaged within the long-term player development process.
BSC-RL (regional league, In-Town) coaching resources
Inside this link you will find all the necessary resources for league coaches. If you have questions about anything not seen inside this link please contact us using our SUPPORT DESK feature.
