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Foundation football 2019 program information

The document provides information about a football program for parents. It summarizes the program's philosophy and methodology. The program aims to holistically develop children's character and life skills through 60 hours per year of football training focused on technical, tactical, physical and cognitive development. It emphasizes long-term development over short-term results and creating good people in addition to good footballers. The coaching is to be player-centered, empowering, and focused on guided discovery learning through game-based training.

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FFS Program information for parents 2019
OUR PROGRAMS • Preparatory program for ambitious children. • Holistic development, teaching and building character for life skills. Not just football skills. • Training 40 sessions per year, approximately 60 hours of tuition. • Detailed Curriculum and methodology
Rules • No parent is to enter the training pitch at any time • Absolutely no coaching from the sidelines at any time • No sugary drinks – water only. • Kids MUST wear their uniforms at all times • PARENTS No smoking at any time
Marathon not a sprint • When entering this program you must understand that what we do is part of a long term plan, years not weeks or months. We have seen many, many children come through our doors only to be tempted by the robot factories in the perception that they can offer your child a long term development pathway. Please consider the long term pathway as opposed to choosing a system with no assurance that your child will be reselected year after year. No detailed curriculum in a system built on winning not development.
METHOD Aim: To create a highly technical, tactical skillful and creative footballer an intelligent thinking player. Coaching: Unified based on our methodology and football philosophy. Problem based learning PBL Resourcing: We make the best use of our training facilities, equipment and Multimedia Character: We aim to instill values in our aim to create not only good footballers but good people in our community. Leaders! The 4 c’s Critical thought, communication, collaboration, Creativity, Community
OUR MISSION • The mission of FFS is to help foster young players’ physical, cognitive and social growth so they can reach their potential in life through their participation in football. The school will aim to provide the highest quality staff, facilities, environment and curriculum to give players the tools to succeed.
SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY The philosophy is founded on a set of core principles that govern the policies, direction, actions and structure. These core principles are: – Develop the Person, Not Just the Athlete – Individual Development – Intrinsic Motivation, Enjoyment and Natural Ability – Playing Philosophy – Staff in Harmony with the schools Philosophy
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT 1. Develop self confidence. 2. Demonstrate the value of sportsmanship and humility. 3. Teach the value of hard work and perseverance. 4. Promote leadership and taking responsibility for one’s actions. 5. Teach respect for mentors and elders as well as opponents. 6. Promote academic education and school study.
FOOTBAL SPECIFIC SKILLS 1. Teach individual technique and develop a comfort level with the ball. 2. Develop 1v1 skills that allow players to dominate opponents and win individual duels which occur constantly during a game. 3. Develop tactical problem solving skills. 4. Develop creativity, versatility and adaptability. 5. Develop the ability to play in various playing systems but in particular the 12323 as this system is the best for learning positioning. 6. Develop a self-reliant player who can make his/her own decisions on the field and in life.
4 MAIN AREAS OF DEVELOPMENT 1 Psychological and emotional (Top Priority) 2 Sports progression (learning The Sport) 3 Educational entertainment (Fun and Enjoyment in Learning = intrinsic motivation) 4 Formation (Discipline, Structure, Guidance, Respect)
STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT In the Building Block approach, there are 4 main phases of individual player’s development: • Body & Ball Mastery Phase: Player and his/her ball (ages 4-16) • • Individual Duel Phase: Player versus opponent (ages 6-18) • Partner Phase: Player and partner versus opponent (ages 8-18) • • Team Phase: Player uses ball mastery to help team (ages 12-18) 1. Develop technique, implement through Skills 2. Use skills in real situations. 3. Use skills in Tactical game situations
Football Methodology It all comes down to our methodology, how we approach and deliver our method of education. This is the key to the successful outcomes we have managed over the years with so many of our children reaching their goals. The first fact that one needs to understand is that we do not have a magic wand that miraculously transforms a child into an elite footballer. It takes time, hard work and an environment that is conducive to learning.
Playing Environment What we do is provide training under constant thought provoking intensity. The players are by and large in game related exercises that ask them to solve problems whilst developing their individual technique. Therefore the environment is always one of chaos and their job is to adapt to the pressure and make sense out of chaos. Our teaching method is a mixture of guided discovery and Divergent thinking. Rather than bark out constant instructions we ask constant questions and provide challenges.
Fun the underlying factor Why do children want to play football, there is no one single answer to this question but if we were to ask them they would all include the Fun factor. As adults we sometimes forget that kids just want to have fun, fun and learning go hand in hand with football and the majority of kids and adults if given the option would rather just play the game than train individual parts of the game.
When teaching kids you must factor in the cognitive development of children. Over the years we have learn first- hand about children’s emotions and learning capacity. We have invested time and research into how children learn and we use this knowledge in how we treat and teach the different age groups. With children confidence is a very powerful tool. Therefore we shout praise and whisper criticism. Many children that come to us quite often arrive from being told that their not as good as others or coached by individuals whom believe that discrimination by characteristic is a perfectly normal thing to do to a child because he or she is not as tall/fast or as talented as the others. They treat some kids as little superstars whilst neglecting others. Children’s football is no place for adult agendas. Cognitive Development
Research has shown that children who play sports have greater academic success, increased self confidence and lower levels of depression. More positive body image, higher states of psychological well being. Opportunities to learn team work, strategic thinking and assertiveness. These are but a few important development tools that children need to foster a positive self image, coping skills and leadership skills. So apart from the obvious fact that children who go through our programs become better players we are more focused on the principle that children become better people. Not all footballers will make it to the top so it is more important that they balance sport with a good level of academic education. The Power of Sports as a Learning Tool
Our training area is considered a classroom, we have a curriculum and specialised teachers/coaches that follow our methodology. No parents are allowed on the training pitch at any time without prior consent, strictly no coaching from parents at any time. The Classroom
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TRADITIONAL COACH COACH-CENTRED • The player is considered an “Empty vessel” • The Coach as the font of all wisdom Players are not as engaged WINNING AT ALL COSTS Short term winning all important • Must have immediate results on the pitch • The next game is all that matters • The adult game is forced on children • Early specialization to win games • Bigger stronger players get most play Obedient competitors but lacking in flair RANDOM TOPICS ONLY RELATED TO WINNING • A collection of hints, tips and drills • Not usually age-appropriate • Pressured approach to winning • Topics mainly related to winning Talent is often wasted DRILLS ORIENTED • Analytical Method (Drills) for “closed” skills • Segmentation of each element • Conditioning using exercises • Game usually as a reward at the end • Conditioning drills before the game • Little motivation for players in training Poor transfer to the real game INSTRUCTIONS • Passive Learning • Monologue • One-way instructions • Often counter-productive • Poor retention of learning Create obedient robotic players COACHING SKILLS • Usually focused on winning • Focused on winning topics mainly • Usually does not use variables • Less aware of his players progress • Doesn’t usually ask questions • Often limited and rigid topics • Demands obedience and conformity to the accepted norms Constant instruction frustrates creativity in players MILITARY BOOTCAMP • Fixing “mistakes” • Limited variety • Pressure • Games and training often not age-appropriate De-motivated players
MODERN COACH PLAYER-CENTRED • The player’s innate potential is valued • Collaborative learning with the coach Players empowered through involvement DEVELOPMENT FIRST • Long term development strategy • Recognizes the time it takes to develop • Model with progressive curriculum • Children are allowed to be children • Players experience all positions • All players get a fair chance • More rounded, creative players • HAS A PLAN A complete Model for Optimal Development • Age-oriented curriculum • Creative game based approach to coaching • Covers all topics comprehensively Players can reach their full potential GAME-ORIENTED • Global Method (Games) for “open” skills • Integration of technical, tactical, physical and cognitive elements of the game • Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) • Simplified Games at the heart of training • Exercises for correction after the game • Greater motivation for players in training Greater transfer to the real game GUIDED DISCOVERY • Active learning • Dialogue • Effective questioning • Deeper learning experience • Greater retention of learning Create Decision Makers COACHING SKILLS • Knows how to get the most from his players • Knows his topics very well • Modifies conditions/rules to suit his players • Knows when his players are ready to progress • Skilled at asking questions • Uses a wide variety of stimuli • Gives players opportunities to discover things for themselves Creates a healthy environment to stimulate creativity and game intelligence POSITIVE ENGAGING ENVIRONMENT • Stimulation • Great variety • Encouragement • Progressive - Success builds on success • Motivated players
• The coach should emphasise development more than results! • He should know and respect the rights and needs of his players at each age group and also their individual needs. • He should have a good knowledge of the game of football and the appropriate curriculum for the age group he is working with. • He should act fairly and evenly with all the kids under his care to help all of them reach their full potential. • He should use words and actions of encouragement towards the players, creating an enjoyable and friendly environment for them to blossom. • He should use less instruction and more active learning, empowering the players through giving them responsibility and welcoming their opinions. • He should use games more than drills in training, so that the game itself becomes the teacher. • He should use the Guided Discovery method of learning with his young players, employing more questions/problems which they must answer/solve for themselves. This ensures greater participation and attention, deeper knowledge of the game and greater retention of lessons learnt, helping to create decision-makers on the pitch. • He should be able to use different games/variables/progressions in training to keep his players interested and ensure steady progress, always challenging the players, but not overstretching them, so they develop in a continuous experience of success.
• The right to enjoyment both in training and in competitions, with a wide variety of activities that promote fun and easy learning. • The right to play as a child and not be treated like an adult, either on or off the playing field. • The right to participate in competitions with simplified rules, adapted to their level of ability and capacity in each stage of their evolution. • The right to play in conditions of greatest possible safety. • The right to participate in all aspects of the game. • The right to be trained by experienced and specially prepared coaches and developers. • The right to gain experience by resolving most of the problems that arise during the practice. • The right to be treated with dignity by the coach, their team-mates, and by their opponents. • The right to play with children of their own age with similar chances of winning. • The right not to become a champion. Players rights as developing children must be respected
• The need for new experiences • The need for recognition and encouragement • The need to be given responsibility • The need for play • The need to socialize with others • The need to be active • The need to live in the present • The need for variety • The need to be understood by adults Players needs as developing children must be considered:
• Too often, we as coaches want to control every move and we develop robotic, nervous players on the pitch, often distracting them from playing the game through a constant barrage of instruction and criticism. • If the enjoyment of the game is taken away by adults who rant and rave on the touchline and the grassroots game becomes, in effect, a computer game controlled by dad’s, • the opportunity for young players to plant the seeds of a lifelong love affair with the game will be diminished. Players should be the decision-makers on the pitch.
Players allowed to learn by mistakes. Making mistakes is part of the lifelong learning experience for every human being, but in football, especially with young players who are still learning the game, this is not a “luxury” afforded them by adults. Sadly, criticism does not correct mistakes but creates even greater pressure and consequently more mistakes. “From the brain’s point of view, mistakes are stepping stones on the journey to deeper knowledge and success.”
Players encouraged to try new things Young players are very inquisitive and are naturally inclined to explore and discover new things, the game of football should be a safe and enjoyable environment for them to experiment in.
Players encouraged to find their own solutions. Nobody likes taking instructions, especially young people, and often the coaches constant instructions are counterproductive. Far better to let young people find their own solutions. Guided Discovery as a coaching style brings greater attention and retention than the traditional monologue of the coach. Quite often we, as coaches, hinder the player’s development rather than aid it. The term “over-coaching” has often been used about this effect.
Players are allowed to dribble. • Everyone complains about the lack of dribbling despite all the drills and moves that are being taught, but the biggest factor is that players are not given the freedom to express themselves through dribbling. In our anxiety to rush the adult passing game, we restrict the players’ individual freedom and in later years we end up with players who cannot beat a man or use their skills to devastating effect in attack.
C.H.A.M.P.S • Commitment • Hard work • Ambition • Motivation • Passion • Support
R.E.S.P.E.C.T • Responsibility = Respect, honesty & trust • Enthusiasm = motivation, passion • Skill = creativity/self-expression/divergent thinking • Passion = culture & philosophy • Excellence = high standards, attitude & presentation • Commitment = work ethic, character, humility • Technique = Teamwork, execution & evaluation
Foundation football 2019 program information