Stepping Over the Sidelines - Female Event

Stepping Over the Sidelines is a free, introductory coaching and volunteering programme designed to help women aged 16+ take their first steps into grassroots football, even if they have no playing or coaching experience.

Purpose and Aim

The programme is part of the FA’s and England Football Learning’s Female Coach Development initiative, aiming to break down barriers such as “I’ve never played before” or “I don’t know the rules” and to inspire participants by highlighting positive female role models in the game. It focuses on recognising and building on everyday skills that can be transferred into coaching, and on giving a flavour of the next steps in a football career.

Who It’s For

  • Women aged 16+

  • With little or no previous playing or coaching experience

  • Interested in volunteering, coaching, or helping at schools, clubs, or community sessions

How It Works

Delivered face-to-face in a friendly, supportive environment, the programme typically includes:

  • Module 1: Introduction, identifying transferable skills, exploring simple football activities, and planning your own session.

  • Module 2: Learning the STEP principle (Space, Task, Equipment, People), adapting activities, and building confidence in delivering inclusive sessions.

  • Module 3 (in some cohorts): Practical coaching experience, networking with other women, and guidance on next steps such as the BT Playmaker or Introduction to Coaching Football

Benefits

  • Builds confidence and coaching skills without prior experience

  • Connects you with other women in football

  • Signposts to further training and volunteering opportunities

  • Recognised by the FA as part of coach development pathways

 

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