Learn more about coaching youth soccer by earning an "F" coaching certificate, "E" coaching certificate , or "D" coaching license, from the Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA.) Click on the course name above for more information on each course and when courses will be held in Loudoun.
To see a schedule of VYSA courses offered by other clubs go to the VYSA web site under Joint Coaching Program (JCP.)
F Course
The "F" is the first step in coaching certification. This one day course covers the basics of coaching. Candidates who complete the course will be awarded an F certificate. There are three types of F courses ("modules") depending on the age of the players being coached:
U6/U8 - U8/U10 - U12
E Course
If you are coaching older youths (U10 and up), consider the "E" certificate course. This 18 hour class covers teaching methods, soccer exercises, strategy and more. There is a non graded take home exam. Candidates who complete the course will be awarded an E certificate.
D Course
Coaches D Certification Courses