As a State Association, Hawaii Youth Soccer Association (HYSA), partners with U.S. Soccer in our commitment to providing all coaches, from beginner to advanced, with education tailored to their experiences and the needs of their players. The Coaching License Pathway (illustrated below) consists of a series of grassroots courses designed to meet the specific needs of a coach at every step of the way.
We are excited to announce HYSA will host a US Soccer C License Course here in Hawaii. There have only been two C Courses ever held in Hawaii, the first in 2004 and the last in 2011.This course will be a “blended” format. Initial meeting will be held online starting MAY 3rd and will conclude with a 4 day in-person session scheduled for August 20-23 at Waipio Soccer Complex.
Course Details:
The National C License is an online and in-person course, that begins in May 2021 with an online experience and has an in-person meeting to conclude the course in August.
Coaches who register for this course can expect weekly learning opportunities that will feature a mixture of independent learning using online modules and live virtual meetings led by a licensed U.S. Soccer Instructor. Coaches will be asked to participate in discussions so each person should have access to the internet and a web-camera/live video capabilities. The virtual meetings will take place agreed upon days and times (see below). Coaches may be asked to participate in the field component as either coaches or players, so please come prepared to actively learn.
Candidates that register for this course are expected to attend all course meetings to be eligible to receive the license.
Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be considered for the U.S. Soccer C course, all candidates must meet the following prerequisites:
- At least 18 years of age
- Have held a U.S. Soccer D license for at least 12 months OR meet the waiver guidelines
- Currently coaching
Waiver Guidelines:
Applicants who hold certain foreign licenses or have a minimum amount of professional playing experience may be considered eligible without holding the U.S. Soccer D License.
Minimum pre-requisites:
- Certain foreign licenses (subject to review by U.S. Soccer) -OR-
- Applicant has two-(2) years playing experience with a Senior National Team and/or two-(2) years playing experience on a FIFA recognized “1st Division” outdoor professional team.
This information must be reflected on the coach’s LC profile. Official proof of playing and coaching experience must be provided via letter head from the affiliated clubs, leagues, or organization from the affiliated clubs, leagues, or organizations.
Interested candidates who wish to apply based on a waiver must submit an application directly to the hosting organization.
Course Structure:
(On or about April 19th)
Pre-course Meeting
- Opening Webinar Date: TBD – approximately 2 weeks prior to the first meeting.
- Opening Webinar Time: May 3, 2021 – Time: To Be Determined
- Opening Webinar Link: Will be provided to those registered
Virtual Period:
(May 3rd)
The Virtual Period is the time in between the pre-course meeting, the on-field component(s) and after the final field component. The Virtual Period will consist of weekly learning opportunities that will feature a mixture of independent learning using online modules, live virtual meetings led by a licensed U.S. Soccer Instructor and small group meetings that are organized by the coaches. Coaches will be asked to participate in discussions so each person should have access to the internet and a web-camera/live video capabilities. The virtual meetings will take place agreed upon days and times that will be announced during the pre-course meeting (each instructor group will establish their own meeting times).
It is vital that candidates have access to a 9v9 or 11v11 team during this period so that they can practically apply what they learned during the Virtual Period.
On-Field Component
- Date: August 20-23, 2021 (Friday to Monday)
- Time: To Be Determined
- Location: Field Sessions at Waipio Soccer Complex
Cost:
HYSA Members: $1,600 (register by 3/25 – $1,500)
Non-HYSA Members: $1,800 (register by 3/25 – $1,700)
Deadline to Register: Sunday, April 18th
Refund Policy
Full payment is required at the time of registration. Refunds will not be issued after 04/01/2021. Refunds requested prior to 04/01/2021 will be minus a $100 admin/course fee.
Please contact Scott Keopuhiwa at hawaiiyouthsoccer@gmail.com with any questions.