COACHING COURSES
A THRIVING GAME | A THRIVING FOOTBALL COMMUNITY
NZF LEARN ONLINE COURSES
NZF Learn offers coaches the opportunity to learn in their own time, whilst still holding onto the most important part of a course: the in-person engagement with peers, and educators and the quality conversations which take place at those times.
The six updated community courses below are now available. These courses consist of both online modules and an in-person practical component.
JUNIOR COACHING COURSES
Suitable for those who coach from First Kicks to U12
NZF Junior Level 1 - Practical
The Junior Level One Coaching Award is designed for coaches working with 9–13 year old players and is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of how to meet the needs of their young players during this Skill phase. The course covers a range of modules focused on key knowledge and skills, and concludes with a practical session that brings this learning together.
When: Wednesday 3rd June
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Island Bay Clubrooms, Wakefield Park
Cost: Free
NZF Junior Level 2 - Practical
The Junior Level Two Coaching Award is designed for coaches working with 9–13 year old players and is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of how to meet the needs of their young players during this Skill phase. The course covers a range of modules focused on key knowledge and skills, and concludes with a practical session that brings this learning together.
When: Sunday 7th June
Time: 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Where: Capital Football Offices, Memorial Park, Petone
Cost: Free
NZF Junior Level 1 - Practical
The Junior Level One Coaching Award is designed for coaches working with 9–13 year old players and offers a strong introduction to skill development. The course focuses on understanding the needs of this age group, creating fun and inclusive environments, and developing player skills through engaging activities and games.
When: POSTPONED
Where: Waikanae Bowling Club
Cost: Free
YOUTH COACHING COURSES
Suitable for those who coach from U13 to U17
NZF Youth Level 2 - Practical
The Youth Level Two Coaching is aimed at coaches working with players aged 13–19. It is ideal for those wanting to grow their understanding of how to guide and develop players during the team-based stage of their football journey.
Throughout the course, coaches will complete a variety of modules focused on essential knowledge and practical coaching skills, before finishing with an on-field practical component that brings the learning to life.
POSTPONED
NZF Youth Level 2 - Practical
The Youth Level Two Coaching Award is for coaches working with 13-19 year old players. The course is aimed at coaches who want to develop a deeper understanding of how to meet the needs of their young players during this Team phase.
The course takes the coach through a range of modules targeting specific knowledge and skills and culminates with a practical module that brings much of this knowledge together.
When: Monday 8th June
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Capital Football Offices, Memorial Park, Petone
Cost: Free
CPD Points
The Continual Professional Development (CPD) Programme applies to all coaches with an Advanced Coaching qualification and all qualified coach developers.
While coaches and coach developers are qualified for life, the ‘active’ status of qualifications are valid for a three-year period. To extend the ‘active’ status of qualifications for a further three years, coaches must earn 100 CPD points within that time frame.
OTHER FEDERATION COURSES
See what other courses are being held around New Zealand by visiting other federation websites
COACHMATE
New Zealand Football, with support from McDonalds, is on the CoachMate app.
CoachMate makes coaching football fun and easy for the whole team. Improve your coaching skills with practice games and plans made by pro’s, get everyone in sync with team management, and learn how to set your team up to thrive on the app.
Download CoachMate for free for iOS and Android.