One thing great coaches have in common is a thirst for knowledge, and a desire to learn more about sport, techniques used by other coaches and other systems. This section of our website provides information on development opportunities and information on where to obtain certification and become a better coach.

Coaches like athletes, can be successful through an intensive process of encouragement, nurturance, education and training. Whether coaching 6 year olds or 16 year olds, we encourage you to become an “expert coach.” Excellence at any level rarely happens without the knowledge and driven passion of an expert coach.

The Canadian Soccer Association, in conjunction with the Ontario Soccer Association have developed the "Community Coach Concept". The Community Coaching Certificate and its components has been designed to support recreational and competitive Community Club coaches across the country.

The Ontario Soccer Association has mandated that every Rep and Assistant Coach must have their Community Coach Senior Level Certificate.

East York Soccer Club will be offering the Community Coaching Certificate (level 1 and level 2) on Sunday March 30 and Sunday April 6, 2008. The location will be determined later.
Please contact the club if you are interested. 

National Soccer Coaches Association of Canada (NSCAC)
Canada Soccer Coach Education Program