Youth coaches (U9-18): All coaches and assistant coaches are required to register prior to the season’s start. Coaches cannot be assigned to their teams until this registration has occurred.
Requirements for Soccer Coaches
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 Coordinator for a voucher BEFORE completing your application.
▪ Visit Winnipeg Police Service – Online Record Checks.
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.
▪ 90-120 minute online course.
▪ Cost: Free.
▪ Visit https://sportmanitoba.respectgroupinc.com/.
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 Coordinator 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 one applicable Coaching Workshop
Visit Canada Soccer’s Grassroots Coach Education Program to find all available programs.
Active Start
▪ For coaches of players ages 4-6
▪ 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)
▪ $21 (reimbursable by WRCC with receipt)
FUNdamentals
▪ For coaches of players ages 6-8
▪ 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)
Learn to Train
▪ For coaches of players ages 9-12
▪ 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 players 13+
▪ 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 receive a green coach card. If you already have the card, it will get stamped each season by WRCC as long as your certifications have not expired.
FAQs:
Q: Do I need coaching courses or coaching certification to coach recreational soccer?
A: Yes. Starting from 2021, all team coaches must meet the requirements to coach U9 to U18 ages.
Q: I am new to coaching, how do I get information about my function or responsibilities as a team official for Whyte Ridge Soccer?
A: The convener for your age group is a great resource for coaching questions. You can also visit Why choose Whyte Ridge youth soccer?
