Vision Soccer Academy

VSA Coaches

The coaching staff at VSA represents one of the most critical components to successful player development and overall enjoyment of learning the sport of soccer.  Possessing the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver quality instruction while maximizing the time spent working with players is both a science and an art that takes years to develop; not unlike developing the skills and knowledge for playing the game itself.

The science of coaching requires the ability to properly assess both strengths and deficiencies in the individual player as well as in the team. The art of coaching requires the ability to deliver critiques, both positive and negative, in a manner that builds trust and confidence in the individual player as well as the team.  Coaches must be able to couple these skills to effectively engage players in a manner that fosters the development of both skills and knowledge while creating a positive environment that players want to be a part of.

VSA prides itself on employing highly qualified coaches and also working to retain and develop those coaches for the betterment of the players and the club.  Nearly all VSA coaches have a USSF “E” License or above and are encouraged to continue to work to advance their coaching education and knowledge.

If you would like to be considered for coaching at VSA, please complete the following application to coach at VSA – Application to Coach Youth Soccer.

Licensing Information

US Youth Soccer U06/08 and U10/12 Youth Modules

Introduction and orientation to U06/08 and U10/12, including a philosophy of coaching, based largely upon the characteristics of those ages.  Will also cover injuries, team administration, managing risk and the modified laws of the game.  Also includes your participation in field sessions featuring age-appropriate activities.  Time alloted for your questions as well.
Fees: 
Iowa Soccer Member $20
Non-member $30 


US Soccer E License

18 hour course. Course outcome: Develope the core coaching competencies necessary to effectively teach the 9 - 12 year old athlete and team. Understand the charasteristics of an athlete in the Basic Stage of our long term development model. Establish a foundation of knowledge and experience in order to proceed through the sequence of coaching development courses. Participants must successfully complete both written and practical assessments to receive the E - License. 
Fees: 
Iowa Soccer Member $100
Non-member $120
Please note that winter courses may be slightly more expensive due to indoor facility rental. TBD by course. 
A more detailed explanation of the USSF E License, including guidebooks and pre-course assignments, is available at the following link, USSF E License.

US Soccer D License

36 hour course scheduled over two weekends. There must be a minimum of 10 weeks between the Istructional Phase (weekend one) and the Performance Review Phase (weekend two). Candidates will register separately for each weekend. Due to the new structure of the D License, there will be few (if any) second weekend opportunities in 2014 as the new programming is introduced for the first time. If applying for the D License course, you must have held an E License for at least six months prior and provide a copy of your E License with your application. No wavers are allowed into the D License. Iowa Soccer and Nebraska State Soccer have collaborated to increase the number of D License dates/courses. You may take either weekend in either state, starting in one and finishing in the other. This arrangement is available only between Iowa and Nebraska courses. 

Course Outcome: Develop the core competencies necessary to effectively teach the 13-14 year old athlete and team. Understand the characteristic and needs of an athlete in the intermediate stage of the Athlete Development Model. Build on a coachs foundation of knowledge and experience in order to proceed through the sequence of coaching development courses. Participants must complete pre-course assignments and practical coaching examinations to receive the State or Nation D-License. 
Fees

Weekend One -- Instructional
Iowa Soccer Member $120
Non-member $140

Weekend Two -- Performance Review
Iowa Soccer Member $80
Non-member $100

A more detailed explanation of the USSF D License course, including guidebooks and pre-course assignments, is available at the following link, 
USSF D License.

For information on US Soccer's National Coaching License go to the  US Soccer Coaching Education Website

For information on National Soccer Coaching Association of America Coaching Licenses (NSCAA) go to the  NSCAA Coaching Course Website

 

 

VISION SOCCER ACADEMY

Welcome to the Vision Soccer Academy of Waukee Website!

The Vision Soccer Academy of Waukee serving central Iowa communities: Waukee, Adel, Clive, Dallas Center, Earlham, Grimes, Norwalk, Perry, Polk City, Urbandale, Van Meter, West Des Moines, and Winterset.

Complex located at 2655 SE LA Grant Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263