The FA Coaching Blind Footballers

Duration:

Full Day

Dates:

 8th July 2017

Fees:

Free

Location:

St. George's Park


Tutor(s):

 TBC

Contact:

 Phil Heap
 phil.heap@thefa.com
To become a member of The FA Licensed Coaches’ Club please visit www.TheFA.com/LicensedCoachesClub


Course:

This course is for FA Level 1 coaches

Learners will:

  • Gain a greater understanding of the game in the context of the FA’s LTPD model
  • Apply and extend existing coaching skills and experience to meet the needs of blind footballers
  • Establish effective communication skills when coaching a blind footballer
  • Recognise the need to deliver relevant coaching sessions to effectively meet the developmental needs of the blind footballer
  • Gain an understanding of the different components of the game
  • Understand the characteristics blind footballers require to perform at a performance level of the game
  • Recognise the Player Pathway and competition structure available for blind footballers

Practical Involvement:

Learners will be encouraged to participate practically to maximise their opportunities for learning, non participation however will not prevent successful completion of the award

Equality:

FA Education will ensure that it treats people fairly and with respect and that it will provide access and opportunities for all members of the community to take part in, and enjoy, its activities in an atmosphere free from harassment, bullying, discrimination or abuse. FA Education will seek to provide a service which is appropriate to the needs of an individual and to make reasonable adjustments or provide support, where appropriate, to cater for those needs.

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