The FFA has released a Coaching Education brochure which includes Futsal.

Click here for a PDF copy of the brochure, which contains the National Coaching Scheme, Course Descriptions and Costs.

Snippets from the brochure :

Level 1 Futsal License

This course is designed for the beginner coach and those that would be coaching at a junior level. The target market is parents, teachers, current and former players.

Course Objectives and Outcomes :

On the completion of this course the coach will be able to:

* Identify the training requirements for their players
* Prepare a training session appropriate to the needs of their players
* Facilitate the learning of the fundamental techniques and skills of futsal in modified practices
* Conduct appropriate practices in a safe environment
* Identify the learning behaviours of their players
* Identify basic safety and first aid requirements
* Evaluate the effectiveness of their coaching session and coaching behaviour

Course Duration : 16 hours

Course Preparation : It is recommended that the candidates prepare themselves in a physical sense, particularly if they are not actively playing or coaching immediately prior to the start of the course. Note: candidates will be invited to participate in practical sessions. Those who are unable to do so are required to declare any medical impediment in writing and advise the Course Instructor.

Course Content :

Examples of Theory Modules

* Introduction
* The role of the coach
* Framework of a training session
* Communication
* Sports safety
* Risk Management
* Futsal laws of the game

Examples of Practical Modules

* Basic skills and tactics
* Warm up and stretches
* Receiving and Controlling the ball
* Passing the ball
* Dribbling / running with the ball
* Ball skills
* Striking the ball
* Game centred practices in attacking and defending
* Group discussion
* Coaching practices evaluation

Pre-Requisites :

* No previous experience required
* Minimum age 15 years old

Accreditation Award :

Football Federation Australia Level 1 Futsal License (Valid for 4 years)

Level 2 Futsal License

This course is designed for coaches that would aspire to coach at a State or National League level. The target market is current Level One coaches and current and former players.

Course Objectives and Outcomes :

* Identify the needs of Futsal athletes/teams
* Devise a yearly plan appropriate to the Futsal athlete/team’s needs
* Develop appropriate communication skills to ensure the needs of the Futsal athlete/team, and the situations that arise, are met
* Monitor team performances and provide appropriate tactical corrections
* Evaluate athlete performance/s and provide appropriate technical corrections
* Analyse and implement appropriate modifications to the yearly plan
* Adapt game plans to suit opposition’s style of play

Course Duration : 32 hours

Course Preparation : It is recommended that the candidates prepare themselves in a physical sense, particularly if they are not actively playing or coaching immediately prior to the start of the course. Note: Candidates will be invited to participate in practical sessions. Those who are unable to do so are required to declare any medical impediment in writing and advise the Course Instructor.

Course Content :

Examples of Theory Modules

* Planning a competition and training program
* Improve fitness levels for players
* Development of attacking and defensive principles

Examples of Practical Modules

* Practice methods
* Development of skill in games
* Supporting players and evading defenders to penetrate defences
* Understanding and employment of blocks, feints, dummy runs etc
* Understanding and employment of attacking and defensive systems
* Understanding and employment of attacking set plays
* Understanding and employment of defence against attacking set plays
* Goalkeeping
* Coaching practice evaluation
* Game tactics practices in attack and defence

Pre-Requisites :

Current Level 1 Futsal Licence

Accreditation Award :

Football Federation Australia Level 2 Futsal License (Valid for 4 years)

Advanced Courses

Level 1 Futsal
Practical Hours : 27
Theoretical Hours : 25
Total Hours : 52
Practical Assessments : 1
Theory/Oral Examinations : 1

Level 2 Futsal
Practical Hours : 37
Theoretical Hours : 35
Total Hours : 72
Practical Assessments : 2
Theory/Oral Examinations : 2

Pricing

Community Coaching Courses (incl GST)

Level 1 Futsal License : $45-$120
Level 2 Futsal License : $155-$275

Advanced Coaching Courses (incl GST)

Level 1 Futsal License : $1969
Level 2 Futsal License : $TBA

Advanced course fee includes training gear, meals, and accomodation at the Australian Institute of Sport