All youth coaches are required to take 3 online trainings.  This training is free and MUST to be completed before the start of the season.

1.  Concussion and Safe Sport training can be found at www.playershealthprotect.com.  Click on the button "Login with Demosphere" 

2.  U.S. Soccer Grassroots Introductory Module (see below)

To ensure that all players have access to a safe and positive experience, Iowa Soccer has established minimum standards for coaches to be eligible to coach.  As of the Fall 2018, coaches at all levels, are required to complete the free 20 minute on-line U.S. Soccer Grassroots Introductory Module. 

How to access and take U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module:

1. Visit U.S. Soccer’s Digital Learning Center (DLC).
2. Sign up (free of charge) or log-in to your DLC profile.
3. Select “Courses” from the top menu.
4. Under “Available Courses”, select “Begin Course” to launch the introductory module.
5. Complete U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching.

Coaching Course Schedule & Registration

For additional resources, including lessons plans, visit iowasoccer.org