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Coaches

Interested in being a House League Coach?

When you register your player online, please indicate on the registration your interest in volunteering.  You will be contacted by a Convenor or Club Administrator.

All successful candidates must complete Rockwood FC Volunteer screening (see policy below) and sign RFC Coach Code of Conduct.  In addition, successful candidates may also wish to obtain the following Ontario Soccer certifications:

  • U8: Fundamentals
  • U9-12: Learn to Train
  • U13 and up:   Soccer for Life
  • All age groups: Respect In Soccer; Making Ethical Decisions; Making Headway; Rule of 2; Emergency Action

NOTE:  The above training/certifications are OPTIONAL for House League coaching.  However, taking these courses will significantly enhance the coaching experience for volunteers.

Coach Appreciation Program

In appreciation of Coaches’ willingness to share their time and energy, RFC will:

  • pay for any and all required courses with the expectation of a minimum 2 year commitment
  • provide returning house league coaches U10 to 18 with $50 RFC Gift Card to 3 Coaches maximum per team.

Please email ltpd@rockwoodfc.com and/or admin@rockwoodfc.com if you are interested in coaching at RFC.

Please print, complete and submit COACH APPLICATION FORM to admin@rockwoodfc.com.

Interested in being a Grassroots/Rep Coach?

Coaching is a serious commitment.  A good coach is a communicator, listener, teacher, motivator and trainer who strives to create a learning environment so that each player can develop to reach his or her full potential both on and off the field. Rockwood FC recognizes the importance of its volunteers.

All successful candidates must complete Rockwood FC Volunteer screening (see policy below).  All successful candidates MUST OBTAIN any Ontario Soccer mandated certifications to coach at the level and league applied for:

  • U8: Fundamentals
  • U9-12: Learn to Train
  • U13 and up: Soccer for Life
  • Regional Teams: C License
  • All age groups: Respect In Soccer; Making Ethical Decisions; Making Headway; Rule of 2; Emergency Action

Coach Appreciation Program

In appreciation of Rep Coaches’ willingness to share their time and energy, RFC will:

  • pay for any and all required courses with the expectation of a minimum 2 year commitment.  Courses must be approved in advance and receipts submitted within 30 days of completing a course to be reimbursed. If a Coach decides to leave Rockwood FC before fulfilling this commitment, the Coach will be required to repay a pro rated portion of the course fees before RFC will provide a release letter
  • provide returning Grassroots/Rep coaches with $100 RFC Gift Card (redeemable towards fees) to 3 Coaches maximum per team.  New coaches will receive after completing a season of coaching.

Please email gareth@rockwoodfc.com and/or admin@rockwoodfc.com if you are interested in coaching at RFC.

Please print, complete and submit COACH APPLICATION FORM to admin@rockwoodfc.com.

Rockwood FC Volunteer Screening Policy

Rockwood FC is proud to ensure that our children will play in a happy, healthy and safe environment. As such, ALL volunteers having direct contact and interaction with Rockwood FC soccer players MUST go through an authorized screening process. All screening will be conducted by an independent organization specializing in this activity. The prospective volunteer will receive an ‘invitation’ email containing a link from the Volunteer Screening Coordinator.  The prospective volunteer completes a confidential screening process in the comfort and privacy in their own home in an online process. The independent organization reviews the application and provides a response to both the Coordinator and the applicant, normally within 48 – 72 hours. Rockwood FC covers all costs associated with this process – there is no charge to the volunteer. The screening approval will be in effect for two (2) years and must be renewed every third (3rd) year.  If fingerprinting is requested, the volunteer will be required to go the Police Station near their residence and complete the check through the local police force.

Rockwood FC Coach Code of Conduct

RFC coaches are role models and leaders who have significant impact on an athlete. Coaches set an example of respect, control and consistency with players and parents by practicing co-operation, self-discipline and respect for officials and opponents.

Still have questions after checking our Programs and FAQ pages?  Please reach out to Rockwood FC below.

  

Rockwood FC is a member of Ontario Soccer

Email: admin@rockwoodfc.com

Phone: 519.856.4842

PO Box 102,  Rockwood, ON  N0B 2K0

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