OVERVIEW:

This application is to host a U.S. Soccer “D” coaching license course sponsored by US Club Soccer, and outlines the standards and requirements for hosting. Only leagues or organizations affiliated with US Club Soccer may host U.S. Soccer coaching license courses. A separate application must be completed for each course.

SUBMISSION:

The application is due 60 days prior to the proposed course dates. US Club Soccer may approve or reject any application at its sole discretion.

Please return this form and any supporting documents to:

  • Email:
  • Postal mail:Attn: Licensing / US Club Soccer / 192 East Bay Street, Suite 301 / Charleston, SC 29401

If you have any questions about this process or would like to discuss a hosting opportunity, please contact US Club Soccer Operations Manager Ashley Lehr at or (843) 614-4140 x17.

HOST AND PROPOSED COURSE INFORMATION:
  1. Proposed course dates:

  1. Proposed course location / venue(s):

  1. Address and city/state/ZIP Code of venue(s):

  1. Name of hosting organization:

  1. Contact name:

  1. Position:

  1. Email address:

  1. Phone number (office):

  1. Phone number (mobile):

HOST MEMBER ORGANIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The following checklists outline the requirements and recommendations for hosting a U.S. Soccer “D” coaching license course. Upon review of all submitted materials, US Club Soccer will respond to the hosting organization with approval or denial of the course, and with course fee requirements. Please enter the data below accurately as it will be used to evaluate the host’s ability to run a course.

*Please note that the host organization will be responsible for all course costs exceeding the amount written in 1a., as well as any costs that are not fully covered by the income received from the candidates. The host will be asked to provide receipts for any costs associated in 1a.

1. COURSE PLANNING:

  1. List expected hosting expenses (including but not limited to venue rental, equipment, staff time, or any other cost associated with hosting). This data will be used to create a budget for the course and determine candidate fees. Enter details here:
  1. Expected course size, including minimum and maximum number of candidates. Please note that the course budget will be based on the minimum number of candidates expected.Enter details here:
  1. Provide a single Administrative Leader: US Club Soccer responsibility.
  1. Register the course in U.S. Soccer Digital Coaches Center (DCC): US Club Soccer responsibility.
  1. Is the host organization able to provide a full demo player team for all field sessions?Enter details here:
  1. Do you recommend a certain instructor(s) for US Club Soccer to hire to for the course? The lead instructor must be licensed by the US Soccer Federation. Name, email, phone number of instructor:
  1. The course ratio of instructors to attendees must be 1:12. If you anticipate more than 12 attendees, do you recommend an assistant(s) to the lead instructor? Name of assistant instructor, email, phone number:
  1. What schedule do you recommend for the course? See sample schedule below. Enter your preferred schedule here:

D License Schedule- 2 Weekend Course (Tentative Schedule)

1st Meeting

- Friday Night 5:30-9:30 p.m. (Field from 7:15-9:30 p.m.) Course Overview

- Saturday 9 a.m.-7:45 p.m. (Field from 1:30-3:00 p.m.) Focus- 4v4

- Sunday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Field from 1:30-3:00 p.m.) Focus- 9v9

• Development Period- at least FOUR weeks between the two weekends

2nd Meeting

- Saturday 8 a.m.- 7:30 p.m. (Field from 1:30-3:30 p.m.) Focus 7v7

- Sunday 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. (Field from 12-2 p.m.) Focus 11v11

HOST RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following outlines the requirements and recommendations of the hosting organization’s responsibilities for the course.

The host will be required to do the following:

  • Collaborate with the lead instructor to produce a course schedule
  • Coordinate with site administration to confirm the facility schedule
  • Confirm cooperation/support from on-site administration
  • Reconcile all expenses with on-site organization/facility
  • Ensure the classroom facility has the following:
  • Seats for each candidate with individual writing space
  • Projection surface
  • Restroom access
  • Digital projector linked to classroom-dedicated computer or instructor’s laptop
  • Sound system or portable lap top with speakers
  • Wi-fi access
  • White board / flip chart with markers
  • Ensure the field has the following:
  • Each candidate will need one-half of a field foreach session (for testing).
  • For a ratio of 36 candidates: 3 instructors, course will need at least two full fields.
  • Preferred to have 3 full fields (one per instructor).
  • Lined and mowed to standard markings
  • Restroom access
  • Access to water for players & candidates
  • Appropriate field equipment
  • Portable goals with nets
  • 3-4 dozen cones
  • Different colored vests
  • Vertical poles
  • Properly inflated balls
  • Medical kit/emergency first aid, including ice/ ice packs for treatment
  • Any other field equipment that the instructors find necessary
  • Coordinate with US Club Soccer the Proof of insurance for event and participants (including instructors).

CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURE:

By signing this application, I certify that I have read, understand and will abide by the requirements and expectations for hosting a coaching license course as outlined by US Club Soccer and the U.S. Soccer Federation.

Signature – Host Organization / Date
Name and Title

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