Topic: An Introduction to The FA Tesco Skills Programme
Venue: Penrith Leisure Centre,
Southend Road, Penrith, CA11 8JH*
Date: Tuesday 18 March 2008
Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm*
Coach: Andy Foster – FA Regional Coach Development Manager
(5-11 Years); (UEFA 'A')
***Please note that due to the poor weather and light we have experienced recently, the venue and end time for this session have now changed***
Last year saw The FA and Tesco launch a programme, which aims to meet the challenge of raising the technical bar in English football at the key 5-11 year old developmental stage, thus closing the skills gap between English youngsters and our European counterparts.
During the session, Andy Foster will introduce the programme, its philosophy and the challenges of working within this age group.
He will also deliver a practical session, which will demonstrate some of the games, drills and skill challenges which have been designed by the FA’s specialist Skills Coaches for use by grassroots coaches and young players.
This is a great opportunity for coaches working with this age group to gain new ideas and practices.
Coaches may well be asked to participate within the practical session, so please bring appropriate clothing and either trainers or astro- boots.
If you have already stated your intention to attend the session then there is no need to contact us again.
However if you have not contacted us yet, but would now like to attend, then please contact us on:
Telephone: 01900 872310 ext 21 or
E-Mail: CoachEducation@CumberlandFA.com
For further details on The FA Skills Programme please visit www.TheFA.com/Skills
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Further events during 2008 will include:
- Guest Coaches Sessions (incorporating Regional & National FA staff, along with other professional coaches),
- Pre-Season Training Ideas,
- An Introduction to Futsal,
- A Goalkeeping Session,
- As well as a number of other specialist sessions
We are also hoping to launch a range of Coaches Association merchandise, which you will be able to purchase - including polo-shirts, training tops, and t-shirts.
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Coaches Association Membership Renewals
Members who have been in the Association for over a year will soon be receiving information with regard to renewing your membership.
Individual membership - has remained £5 for the calendar year
Club membership - has been dramatically reduced to £20 for Charter Standard Clubs, and £30 for non Charter Standard Clubs.
Club membership entitles all of your Coaches’ to become members.
***Membership fees must be paid by 18 March 2008***
If you have any queries regarding your membership status, then please do not hesitate to contact us.