Please consider coaching with Whyte Ridge Youth Soccer – it can’t happen without you!
Coaching is critical to both the development and enjoyment of our young soccer players. Being a soccer coach, especially at an early age, does NOT require soccer experience. For many of you parents who will be out cheering every time your child plays, please consider becoming a coach.
Whyte Ridge Youth Soccer is committed to helping you get all the tools necessary to help you give your child(ren) and their friends a great soccer experience. We will assist you as you complete the required credentials and will reimburse you directly or via our parent organizations for any costs incurred. Additional training sessions will be provided and our soccer conveners are always available to answer your questions.
Online Coaching Documents
Below is a link to the online soccer coaching documents, available to all WRCC Coaches. The site includes resources for both Youth and Mini Soccer coaches. Please use it as a reference throughout the season — documents will be updated as the season progresses. Materials include RAMP instructions, training plans, WRCC soccer guidelines, and WYSA season details.
Online Soccer Coaching Documents 
Whyte Ridge Soccer Coaching Requirements All Youth Coaches (U9–U18), including assistants and team managers, must complete their registration before the season begins. Coaches will not be assigned to their teams until this registration is completed.
1. Criminal Record Check (PCRC or PVSC)
▪ Required for all coaches in Manitoba.
▪ Good for 3 years (needs to be renewed every 3 years to continue coaching).
▪ Cost: $60.00 (Reimbursable in full by WRCC with receipt.) Please contact the Recreation Program Manager for a voucher BEFORE completing your application.
2. Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders (RIS #)
▪ Required for all coaches in Manitoba.
▪ Good for 5 years (needs to be renewed every 5 years to continue coaching). If you don’t know your RIS status, use this Validation Tool.
▪ 3 hour online course.
▪ Cost: Free.
▪ Visit https://sportmanitoba.respectgroupinc.com/koala_final/
3. Child Abuse Registry check (CAR)
▪ Required for all youth soccer coaches (U9-U18) who are involved in the Winnipeg Youth Soccer Association (WYSA). Note: This is not mandatory for the mini-soccer coaches.
▪ Good for 3 years (needs to be renewed every 3 years to continue coaching).
▪ Cost: Free if done through the WRCC office – application submission with identification verification done by WRCC. Please contact the Recreation Programming Manager to arrange.
▪ Cost: $20 if the application is submitted on your own (reimbursable in full by WRCC with receipt). Visit Adult and Child Abuse Registry Online Application Form to complete the application on your own.
4. Completion of Soccer Canada Coaching Education.
Visit Canada Soccer’s Grassroots Coach Education Program to find all available programs.
**Online Training only required. No On-field training is needed.**
FUNdamentals
▪ Optional Training for our Mini-Soccer coaches.
▪ 60-90 minutes online workshop
▪ Can be done at your own pace, on your own time
▪ Good for life (does not need to be renewed)
▪ $21 (reimbursable by WRCC with receipt)
Online FUNdamentals Course Link
Learn to Train
▪ For coaches of U9 to U12 teams
▪ 60-90 minute online workshop
▪ Can be done at your own pace, on your own time
▪ Good for life (does not need to be renewed)
▪ $31.50 (reimbursable in full by WRCC with receipt)
Soccer for Life
▪ For coaches of U13 to U18 teams
▪ 60-90 minute online workshop
▪ Can be done at your own pace, on your own time
▪ Good for life (does not need to be renewed)
▪ $31.50 (reimbursable in full by WRCC with receipt)
Upon completion of required screening and training coaches will be required to login to RAMP Registeration and register as a coach for the soccer programming. Soccer Director and Convernors will provide Coaching Cards. Old Green Coaching cards are no longer being used.
FAQs:
Q: Do I need coaching courses or coaching certification to coach recreational soccer?
A: Yes, All Youth Soccer Coaches are required to get Criminal Record check, Child Abuse, Respect in Sport and Canada Soccer Course in order to Coach U9 to U18 ages.
Q: I am new to coaching, how do I get information about my function or responsibilities as a coach for Whyte Ridge Soccer?
A: The convener for your age group is a great resource for coaching questions. You can connect with the appropriate convener listed on our Soccer Contacts.
Q: I am interested in coaching in Whyte Ridge Youth Soccer. Who do I contact?
A: Please contact the Recreation Program Manager at Whyte Ridge Community Centre. He/she will be happy to assist you in becoming a member of our team!