COACH EDUCATION

Better coaches | Better Players

Empowering Coaches

Whether you're starting your coaching journey or looking to increase your knowledge and ability, our courses and resources will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a real impact.

Ready to get started?

Our community coaching courses are made up of two parts - the online learning and the in-person practical.

Coaching 4-9 Year Olds

  • FUN-damentals of Junior Coaching Award 

Coaching 9-13 Year olds

  • Junior Level 1 Coaching Award
  • Junior Level 2 Coaching Award (Complete Level 1 first)

Coaching 13-19 Year Olds

  • Youth Level 1 Coaching Award 
  • Youth Level 2 Coaching Award (Complete Level 1 first)

Coaching Adults (20+)

  • Senior Level 1 

Complete the theory part of many coaching courses online, in your own time, and then join a practical session to complete the qualification.

NOTE: You need to register for the online learning and the practical session separately.

Junior Coaching Courses

Suitable for those coaching from First Kicks to U12 (Generally ages 4 to 13)


Youth Coaching Courses

Suitable for those coaching from ages 13 to 18


Senior / Adult Coaching Courses

Suitable for those coaching Adults ages 20+


Futsal Coaching Courses

Suitable for those coaching all ages of futsal.


Goalkeeping Coaching Courses

For those who coach goalkeepers


COACHMATE​​​​​​​

CoachMate is the free official app for community coaches working with junior + youth players.

Plan sessions in minutes with ready-made practices or create your own drills.

Quick videos demonstrate coaching games and drills.

You can stay connected with schedules, attendance tracking, and team chat, and sharpen your skills with coaching tips and insights.

McDonald's Coach of the Year

Do you know a football or futsal coach who goes above and beyond for their team?

Whether it’s a dedicated parent coaching the local junior side every weekend, or someone making a big impact in your region - this is your chance to celebrate them.

Nominate your community coach and they’ll go in the draw to win a once-in-a-lifetime prize! Plus, Macca’s will also give back to their club.

Coach Education Principles


Coach Education Pathways + Prerequisites

Grow as a coach, create positive experiences, and make a meaningful difference in your community, whether you're new to coaching, working with tamariki or rangatahi, or building confidence in your local club or school environment.


WAIKATO

Scott Parsonage
Federation Development Officer
Mobile: 021 915 459
​​​​​​​Email: scott.p@waibop.co.nz


BAY OF PLENTY

Nico Girard
Federation Development Officer
Mobile: 021 063 9371
Email: nico.g@waibop.co.nz