The sport of Futsal is a key priority for Ontario Soccer, as identified in its 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and the 2025-2036 Technical Development Plan, with the overarching aim to grow and develop the sport through programs, services and new initiatives.
Ontario Soccer continues to work with other Provincial-Territorial Soccer Associations, as well as Canada Soccer, on a broader rollout of futsal education to ensure alignment from coast-to-coast-to-coast. For this edition, Quebec Soccer and its staff will support and co-deliver the first pilot of the course.
Ontario Soccer Futsal Coach Diploma
Overview: The Ontario Soccer Futsal Coach Diploma is focused on supporting coaches and their learning of the Knowledge of the Game, Role of the Coach, Understanding the Player, Futsal-specific Fitness, Fundamental Skill Development, and both Training & Match Planning and Management.
Course Duration: 28 contact hours
Pilot Course Fee: $650
Special Note: Those individuals who are registered for the 2026 Futsal Coach Certificate courses can apply for the Futsal Coach Diploma before completion of the certificate practical component.
Learning Environment & Course Dates:
| Location | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Learning (Zoom) |
Thursday, February 12, 2026 Thursday, February 19, 2026 Thursday, February 26, 2026 Thursday, March 5, 2026 Thursday, March 12, 2026 |
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
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In-Person (In-Class & On-Court) Learning
|
Saturday, March 28, 2026 Sunday, March 29, 2026 |
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Observation of Competency
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Completed by August 31, 2026 |
In-Person Location:
4010 Sladeview Crescent, Mississauga, ON L5L 6B1
Pre-requisites:
- Canada Soccer Introduction to Futsal
- Ontario Soccer Futsal Coach Certificate
- NCCP Make Ethical Decision (MED) Workshop
- NCCP Make Ethical Decision (MED) Online Evaluation
- Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders (Soccer)
- NCCP Making Head Way in Sport
- NCCP Emergency Action Plan
- NCCP Understanding the Rule of Two
Licence Validity: Upon successful completion of the Ontario Soccer Futsal Coach Diploma, the coach will receive a coaching certificate valid for five (5) years. The certificate may be maintained by following the Ontario Soccer Maintenance and Renewal Process.
Application and Registration:
To submit an application for the Ontario Soccer Futsal Coach Diploma, use the following JotForm.
Application window is open until January 12, 2026
Successful coaches will be notified by January 23, 2026
Confirmation of placement through payment by February 4, 2026
If you have any further questions about the process, please contact Brandon Frith, Manager, Player and Coach Development.
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