Coaches
WELCOME TO THE COACHING AREA OF THE CORNWALL FA WEBSITE
Here you'll find all of the information around the coaching courses we deliver.
One of the biggest influences in any player's career is their coach. Coaching is an opportunity to inspire a new generation of players, giving them the skills they need to go on and play the beautiful game for many years.
To give their players the best opportunity to develop, achieve their maximum potential and importantly, enjoy the game, coaches must be aware of the latest techniques and philosophies involved in coaching the game.
Here in Cornwall we are committed to offering a large variety of inclusive and supportive coaching courses along every step of the coaching pathway. We offer courses that support brand new volunteers right up to coaches who have been working in the game for a long time and are looking for a challenge.
THE RETURN OF OUTDOOR COMPETITIVE GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL
Clubs, players, coaches, match officials, league officials, volunteers, parents/carers, spectators and football facility providers should read The FA’s full guidelines, which are accessible below, in addition to the latest Government guidance on COVID-19.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW GUIDANCE DOCUMENTS
Become a Coach
Ever thought about getting into football coaching? Think you could develop and motivate players?
Coaching provides a range of benefits, including:
- A way to give back to the local community
- Increase your knowledge and understanding of football
- The opportunity to develop new skills
- A chance to meet and make new friends
If that ins't enough reason why not check out some of the things coaches who have been through our pathway thought about the experience!
Development & Courses
Cornwall FA provides a series of training courses and development opportunities for coaches from Level 1 right through to working in partnership with the FA in providing guidance to those coaches that wish to progress to the UEFA B Licence. The courses we offer Coaches are packed with expert knowledge and cover all areas of player development.
Each year we provide courses for over 500 people in various different areas including FA Level 1, Level 2, First Aid, Safeguarding and Welfare among many more. Use the links on this page to find out more.
Coaching Support
Cornwall FA works hard to provide support to our county's coaches at all levels of football - we're with you every step of the way.
Support, initiatives and training opportunities to help you improve as a coach, be safe in your coaching and the environments you create, and access on-the-ground support when you need it.