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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Coach De-Brief
By Staff 11/12/2019, 10:45am EST
This video is meant to demonstrate to technical directors and/or head coaches how to have a constructive reflection on the session their coach or assistant coach just executed.
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Analytical Activity: 1v1 Defending
By Staff 11/05/2019, 3:00pm EST
This video is meant to demonstrate to coaches the importance of analytical activity and how to create one based on the part of the field a coach is working within.
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Register for the Technical Diploma Course
By Staff 10/30/2019, 10:15am EDT
The course focuses on defining the Technical Director’s role and providing them with the necessary tools required to meet the demands of the position
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Analytical Activity and Creating Space
By Staff 10/30/2019, 9:15am EDT
This video will demonstrate the importance of analytical activity and how to create one based on the area of the field a coach is working within.
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Upcoming Goalkeeping Coach Diploma Course
By Staff 10/30/2019, 8:45am EDT
This Goalkeeper Coach Diploma course is an in person workshop, produced by Ontario Soccer, that combines theoretical and practical components of Goalkeeping Coaching
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - 3 Phase Warm Up
By Staff 10/23/2019, 10:15am EDT
This week's video focuses how to execute a 3 Phase Warm-Up and the benefits it can provide
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Register for the Soccer Fitness Trainer Diploma Level 2
By Staff 10/15/2019, 11:15am EDT
This course combines combines theoretical and practical components of Soccer Fitness Training
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - 11v11 Initial Game
By Staff 10/15/2019, 10:15am EDT
This video will demonstrate how a coach can set up a 11v11 game. This activity will allow coaches to have the most realistic game settings possible in order to prepare their team for a competitive game.
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Phase of Play
By Staff 10/09/2019, 8:15am EDT
These videos help coaches with their development and their players development
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Hub International Presents: Session Prep - Functional Practice
By Staff 10/02/2019, 10:30am EDT
The Hub International Session Prep series focuses on different topics relevant to educating today's coaches further
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Small Sided Game
By Staff 09/24/2019, 2:30pm EDT
THE HUB INTERNATIONAL SESSION PREP SERIES FOCUSES ON DIFFERENT TOPICS RELEVANT TO EDUCATING TODAY'S COACHES FURTHER
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Showing Alternative Options
By Staff 09/17/2019, 3:30pm EDT
The HUB International Session Prep Series focuses on different topics relevant to educating today's coaches further
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Coaching Styles
By Staff 09/10/2019, 11:45am EDT
The HUB International Session Prep series focuses on different topics relevant to educating today's coaches further
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HUB International Presents: Session Prep - Coaching Methodology
By Staff 09/03/2019, 11:00am EDT
The HUB International Session Prep series focuses on different topics relevant to educating today's coaches further.
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Hub International presents a new series of Coaching Development videos
By Ontario Soccer 08/26/2019, 11:45am EDT
A series of Coaching Development videos targeted at helping coaches of all levels learn a variety of different ways to enhance their own sessions on the field, off the field and with their players to prepare for game day.
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Upcoming B and C License Coaching Courses
By Staff 07/23/2019, 12:45pm EDT
The date and locations of upcoming coach development opportunities have been announced
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Announcing the Ontario Soccer Coaches Super Week
By Staff 05/27/2019, 10:00am EDT
Taking place Aug. 10-18 in Waterloo and Vaughan, a number of courses will be available to coaches of all levels
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Upcoming C License Courses
By Staff 03/05/2019, 10:45am EST
Two C License Courses have been announced
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Details announced for upcoming B License Part 1 Course
By Staff 01/21/2019, 10:30am EST
Ontario Soccer Centre plays host to course between April 1-5, 2019
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Canada Soccer unveils updated Coach Education Pathway and expanded 2019 Coach Education Schedule
By Staff 01/16/2019, 3:15am EST
For the first time ever, Canada Soccer will provide coach education for coaches working with children and youth through the Children’s Licence
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Next C License Course for 2019 announced
By Staff 01/08/2019, 5:15pm EST
This course will be held in Woodbridge, Ontario, at the Ontario Soccer Centre.
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Respect in Sport Mandatory requirements for 2019
By Staff 01/04/2019, 10:00am EST
Certification is valid for five years and the RIS Activity Leader certification program is transferable and recognized across other sports.
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Female Mentorship Program selections announced
By Staff 11/22/2018, 10:30am EST
The Female Mentorship Program is designed to develop senior female coaches, who wish to further develop and progress their coaching careers
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Webinar - A Culture of Excellence: Turning Core Values into Core Behaviours
By Staff 09/24/2018, 1:30pm EDT
Coach Reed, Chief Content Officer and Lead Presenter for Changing the Game Project, hosted a webinar on October. 11
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2018-2019 Female Mentorship Applications now open
By Staff 09/17/2018, 11:30am EDT
Female coaches who apply for one of the mentee coach positions, but are not successful, will be invited to attend Ontario Soccer Female Coaching Workshops
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Spots still available for 2018 Technical Director Diploma and Goalkeeping Diploma
By Staff 09/11/2018, 10:30am EDT
The Technical Director course focuses on necessary tools required to meet the demands of the position while the Goalkeeping Diploma focuses on the development of the keeper
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Applications now open for 2018-2019 Learning Facilitators
By Staff 09/11/2018, 10:00am EDT
Ontario Soccer’s LF hold a tremendously important role in implementing the delivery of the current Long Term Player Development (LTPD) pathway
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Soccer Fitness Diploma course announced
By Staff 07/31/2018, 10:15am EDT
Ontario Soccer Centre will be host to the course Sept. 15-16
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The Play Inspire Unite Podcast - Episode #1
By Staff 07/16/2018, 11:15am EDT
Dave Kelly, Ontario Soccer Manager of Coaching Development, sits down to discuss the issues impacting coaches in the province and share a little bit more about himself
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Upcoming National B License Part 1 Course
By Staff 07/03/2018, 9:30am EDT
The five day course will be held at Waterloo United - Oct. 1 to Oct. 5
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Upcoming C License Course
By Staff 05/29/2018, 10:15am EDT
The four day course will be held at the South-West Regional Soccer Association
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Ontario Soccer announces a number of dates and locations for upcoming coaching courses
By Staff 04/23/2018, 10:15am EDT
Registration is now open for: Soccer Fitness Course and B License Courses
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The first B License of 2018 has been announced
By Staff 03/06/2018, 9:30am EST
The Pickering Soccer Club will host the course from April 2 - 6, 2018
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The 2018 Female Mentorship Program coaches have been announced
By Staff 02/05/2018, 10:30am EST
Six female coaches were selected from across the province to take part in this one-on-one coach development opportunity
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WEBINAR - What is Transformational Coaching?
By Staff 01/30/2018, 11:30am EST
This talk with Dr. Jean Côté will focus on reviewing and examining the concept of coaching effectiveness and present the fundamental principles of Transformational Coaching.
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CPD Points Program at 2018 National Soccer Coaching Conference
By Staff 01/23/2018, 9:30am EST
Take in their event this weekend and earn CPD points
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Spots still available for upcoming C-License courses
By Staff 01/12/2018, 11:00am EST
Interested coaches should apply quickly
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Help your players by using this Grassroots Game Day Management resource
By Staff 01/02/2018, 2:15am EST
Game days are perfect moments for helping players consider their psychological, social / emotional development
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Ontario Soccer Summit 2018 to be master-class for technical leaders
By Staff 12/19/2017, 2:45pm EST
Big names from all over the world flying in for March 2-4 at Seneca College - Newnham Campus
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Spots still available for 2017 Technical Director Diploma Course
By Staff 11/14/2017, 1:45pm EST
The Ontario Soccer Centre will play host Nov. 20-24
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Ontario Soccer invited as a Special Guest to UEFA Coaching Conference
By Staff 11/14/2017, 9:00am EST
Provided an opportunity to see where Ontario Soccer is aligned on best practices
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Ontario Soccer seeking applications for Female Mentorship program
By Staff 11/07/2017, 10:30am EST
The Female Mentorship Program is designed to train female coaches, who in turn will act as educators and mentors to other female coaches
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Ontario-born National Team players speak about their transition to coaching
By Staff 09/19/2017, 11:45am EDT
DeRosario, DeGuzman and Moscato are working towards their National-B Licenses
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SOLD OUT - C License coaching course added to 2017 calendar
By Staff 09/11/2017, 10:00am EDT
Ontario Soccer will host the last course of 2017 in Richmond Hill
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Soccer Fitness Trainer Diploma Course Dates Announced
By Staff 08/15/2017, 10:30am EDT
Ontario Soccer Centre will play host to the course Oct. 21-22
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The Final B License Course for 2017 announced
By Staff 07/24/2017, 10:30am EDT
Oakville will play host Sept. 25 - Sept. 29
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Applications for 2017-2018 Learning Facilitators are now open
By Staff 07/24/2017, 10:30am EDT
Apply to help develop Ontario's athletes
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Final C License Courses of 2017 have been announced
By Staff 07/11/2017, 11:45am EDT
Courses will be held in Windsor, Oakville and Waterloo
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Introducing Movement Preparation Workshops
By Staff 06/24/2017, 10:45am EDT
Clubs and Academies in Ontario are encouraged to host a workshop for all coaches working in developmental age group
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2017 Provincial B License Announcement
By Staff 05/11/2017, 11:45am EDT
Ontario Soccer will be hosting the next course located in Waterloo, Monday June 5, 2017 – Friday June 9, 2017
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Webinar - Why kids quit and what we can do about it
By Staff 04/04/2017, 2:45pm EDT
John O'Sullivan, from the Changing the Game Project, hosted a great webinar
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Soccer Coaches Needed
By Staff 04/03/2017, 3:00pm EDT
Toronto 2017 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) is looking to fill multiple positions
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Sheldon Kennedy offers a word of warning
By Staff 03/27/2017, 4:15am EDT
Do you know the Respect in Sport requirements for 2017?
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Sign up for the Fitness Trainer Diploma Course
By Staff 03/20/2017, 5:15pm EDT
Ontario Soccer Centre will play host to the course in June
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Take the Ontario Soccer Summit survey and you could win
By Staff 03/10/2017, 11:45am EST
We want to hear what you thought of the event
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Ontario Soccer Announces 2017 Female Mentorship Class
By Staff 02/03/2017, 8:00pm EST
The Coaching Development Program is pleased to announce the 2017 class for the Female Mentorship Program.
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First Two 2017 C-License Courses Announced
By Staff 01/24/2017, 8:00pm EST
The Ontario Soccer Association Coaching Department is pleased to announce the dates of the first two C License courses of 2017.
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Bryan Rosenfeld To Speak At NSCC 2017
By Staff 01/17/2017, 8:00pm EST
Bryan Rosenfeld will be a featured clinician at this year's National Soccer Coaching Conference (NSCC).
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2017 Provincial B License Courses Announced
By OSA News 01/10/2017, 9:00pm EST
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How To Keep Your Provincial B License Up To Date
By OSA News 01/09/2017, 9:15pm EST
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What Respect In Sport Means For Coaches And Match Officials
By OSA News 11/18/2016, 10:15am EST
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2017 Female Mentorship Program - Applications Now Closed
By OSA News 11/18/2016, 10:15am EST
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Reminder Of The Respect In Sport Program Expansion
By OSA News 11/14/2016, 10:15am EST
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Spots Still Available On Next Technical Director Course
By OSA News 08/04/2016, 10:30am EDT
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CSA-NCCP C Licence Coach Status In The Locker
By OSA News 06/27/2016, 10:30am EDT
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TFC Coaches Open House – Free Coaching Clinic
By OSA News 06/11/2016, 10:30am EDT
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Canada Soccer Presents Goalkeeper Clinic For League1 And OPDL Coaches
By OSA News 06/10/2016, 10:30am EDT
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Provincial B Coaching Course In Oakville Taking Place June 7-10
By OSA News 04/12/2016, 10:30am EDT
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Activity Leader Program And Respect In Sport Parent Program
By OSA News 03/31/2016, 10:30am EDT
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OSA Renews Agreement With Respect Group
By OSA News 03/31/2016, 10:30am EDT
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Take Advantage Of The NCCP Coach Super Clinic
By OSA News 03/30/2016, 10:30am EDT
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Mandatory Coaching Certification Requirement
By OSA News 03/07/2016, 10:45am EST
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Save Up To 70% On C License With Quest For Gold Funding
By OSA News 02/29/2016, 10:45am EST
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8 New Coaching Courses Announced For 2016
By OSA News 02/23/2016, 10:45am EST
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Technical Director Course Off To A Strong Start
By OSA News 02/17/2016, 10:45am EST
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National B-License Dates Confirmed For Ontario
By OSA News 02/09/2016, 10:45am EST
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Three Additional C Licence Courses Announced, More To Come
By OSA News 02/02/2016, 10:45am EST
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OSA Announces 2016 Female Mentorship Class
By OSA News 02/01/2016, 10:45am EST
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Provincial B License Course Dates Announced
By OSA News 01/01/2016, 10:45am EST
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A Number Of Ontario Coaches Earn National B, Provincial B Licenses
By OSA News 12/23/2015, 10:45am EST
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First 2016 C License Course Date Announced
By OSA News 12/21/2015, 11:00am EST
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Technical Director Coaching Course Announced
By OSA News 12/17/2015, 11:00am EST
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Read About The OSA C License Course
By OSA News 12/13/2015, 11:00am EST
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Apply For The Female Mentorship Program
By OSA News 10/16/2015, 11:00am EDT
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OSA Looking For New Crop Of Learning Facilitators
By OSA News 08/04/2015, 11:00am EDT
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Registration For Last Provincial B-License Nearly Full
By OSA News 07/27/2015, 11:00am EDT
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Register For The Making Ethical Decisions Course
By OSA News 06/30/2015, 11:15am EDT
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Need Funding For Your Coaches? Quest For Gold Is Now Available
By OSA News 06/23/2015, 11:15am EDT
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28 Coaches Take Step Towards B-Licence
By OSA News 06/09/2015, 11:15am EDT
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OSA Female Mentorship Program Lends A Hand To #HighFiveIt
By OSA News 06/02/2015, 11:15am EDT
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National Para Soccer Camp This Week In Whitby
By OSA News 05/12/2015, 11:15am EDT
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Live Your Goals Kicks Off In Ottawa
By OSA News 05/05/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Waterloo B License Sold-Out, Whitby B Course Now On Sale
By OSA News 04/21/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Changes To Game Leader Certification Requirements Coming
By OSA News 04/17/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Hope Powell Speaks About The Challenges Of Being A Female Coach
By OSA News 04/15/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Vanessa Martinez Lagunas On How To Better Identify Talent
By OSA News 04/15/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Luis Fernando Paes De Barros Lauds The Benefits Of Futsal
By OSA News 04/15/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Ottawa Coaching Conference Offers CPDPP Opportunity
By OSA News 03/31/2015, 11:30am EDT
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Female Mentorship Program Helping Build Confident Coaches
By OSA News 03/08/2015, 11:45am EDT
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Coaching Professional Development Points Program
By OSA News 02/23/2015, 11:30am EST
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