The best coaches started as players. Next Gen Coaches is Kitchener TFC's leadership pathway for players 16 and up who want to give back to the game. This winter, you'll earn your Canada Soccer and NCCP coaching credentials, at no cost to you. This summer, you'll volunteer with one of our younger teams.
No coaching experience needed.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
CANADA SOCCER GRASSROOTS COACH EDUCATION
- Grassroots workshop: either Active Start, Fundamentals, Learn to Train or Soccer For Life.
- Online modules + on-field practical
NCCP SAFE SPORT ROSTER
- NCCP Making Head Way in Sport
- NCCP Emergency Action Plan
- NCCP Understanding the Rule of Two
- NCCP Make Ethical Decisions
- Respect in Sport – Activity Leader
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Kitchener TFC players aged 16+ who enjoy working with younger players and want to build leadership skills. You keep playing your own season.
WHY JOIN
- Nationally recognized coaching credentials
- Leadership experience for school and job applications
- Earn your required high school volunteer hours.
WHAT WE ASK OF YOU
- Complete the Safe Sport Roster and reach Trained status in at least one Grassroots workshop by April 30, 2027.
- Join the group meetings and regularly update your status.
- Volunteer to coach or serve as an assistant coach for either a house league or competitive team for the 2027 season.
QUESTIONS?
Send an email to community@kitchenertfc.com.
