Coach Education: Learning Through Challenges (On-Field)
This coach education session is designed to support coaches in creating engaging, player-centred training environments where children learn through play, problem-solving, and guided challenges.
Date & Location
May 1, 2026
Gates Park, 2300 Reeve St, Port Coquitlam
Program Overview
The session reflects Children’s Diploma principles by focusing on curiosity, creativity, decision-making, and confidence, while ensuring activities are inclusive, age-appropriate, and developmentally meaningful.
What Coaches Will Learn
Coaches will explore how small changes to training design can have a big impact on player learning and engagement, including:
Using space, numbers, and rules to guide learning
Creating challenges that encourage thinking and problem-solving
Supporting different ages and abilities within the same environment
Keeping sessions active, inclusive, and enjoyable for all players
Who It’s For
U8–U12 Coaches
U13–U18 Coaches
Schedule
6:00–7:00pm (U8–U12)
7:00–8:00pm (U13–U18)
Session Format & Location
Format: On-field, practical learning
Location: Gates Park
Session Lead
Oliver Heald, Technical Director
Coaching Environment & Club Commitment
These sessions support PoCo FC’s commitment to coach development, Safe Sport, and positive learning environments for all players
Questions & Support
If you have questions about this session, your coach development pathway, or need additional support, please contact td@pocosoccer.com. We’re happy to help and support coaches at every stage of their journey.