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updated image  Safe Haven FAQ
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Last Updated: November 23, 2011

The new AYSO's Safe Haven training has combined all 3 old groups (referees, coaches, general volunteers) into a universal version.  Returning volunteers all have the questions about their previous training/certificates.  This posting is to clearify your questions.

If you were only certified with Safe Haven Coach (online or in-class), you do not need to re-take the new AYSO's Safe Haven if you only want to coach or referee.  You cannot perform the duty as a Team Parent nor a Board Member until you completed the new Safe Haven Certificate.

If you were only certified with Safe Haven Referee (online or in-class), you do not ... more


updated image  That Sideline Coach
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Last Updated: November 16, 2011

Coaches and parents, watch this important video clip and see how you can help your child while watching their game. (Takes 30 seconds)

http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=4q7cpeeab&et=1107843907556&s=34294&e=001Jp4Z2rtRLz0vLgWlk_bTQ5ME952eOOAMhk-6qBziqn2xnanHpZCusqVZaSxwBTqmRrTeDk9Hjh2JR2uqigy99slBzS3bzkSpPa-z1w-zRpk7XlMbm9DeECn-GkyKICecn8tbfxkOtFk5UEYh2-wghA==

 

 

 

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updated image  Safe Haven Certificate & Coach ID Card
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Last Updated: September 27, 2011

To All Region 2 Volunteers (Coaches/Referees/Team Parents),

All of you are required to submit a hardcopy of Volunteer Application Form printed from eAYSO system every year to be considered as a registered volunteers.  Please remind volunteers in your teams to complete such process as soon as possbile.  Volunteers are also required to complete the AYSO's Safe Haven Certificate - see the posting about Safe Haven Requirement for more details.

Forms can be turned in to CVPA authorized staffs.  Contact Sheila Street at CVPA@AYSO2.ORG or bring them to any Region 2 events (Referee Courses, Team Parent Meetings, etc.).  ID Verification is required.

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updated image  Coaching Tips
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Last Updated: August 31, 2011

Here are links to a couple of articles about coaching philosophies that are worth a read.  

Coaches Should Sit Down   The Stages of Coaching

Below  is the question of the month.  Submit your own question  to coach@ayso2.org

Question: I coach too much on the ball and during the game. Are there specific techniques to use to help me not over-coach - especially on the ball?

  • Answer: Bring a folding chair and watch the game while seated in the technical area (AYSO recommends a technical area for our coaches). If you're sitting down, instead of ... more


    updated image  Coach Certification
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Last Updated: June 14, 2011

Now is the time to get your Coach certification ready for the upcoming season.

Many regions will be holding coaching classes over the next few months. You can search for these classes on www.eayso.org. or you can go to the Area 1C website for all classes happening in our Area at www.ayso1c.org .

Classes being held in Region 2 will be posted here on this page and also at       www.peace-love-soccer.com  where you also find articles on coaching, nutrition and youth soccer.You can find them in the 'AYSO Coaches' category.

Safe Haven is now done entirely online and can be ... more


updated image  Parents, Coaches and Family Members- Take a Moment
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Last Updated: November 17, 2010

This is for all parents, coaches, family members, we come out to watch our children play soccer every weekend, why? because we love being involved with what our children do, we love to cheer them on, we love the game of soccer. That is why I am there.

I am asking for you to take a couple of moments and check out this link. www.positivecoach.org click on the video in the middle of the page. Take a moment to listen, this is from our kids to us, it is very powerful.

Please pass on to others, it does not stop at soccer. ... more





Additional Coach Certificate Courses

Course Date Time Region Location Roster # Remarks
U-10 Coach Course September 11, Sunday 8:45AM 13 - Pasadena Odyssey Charter School
725 W. Altadena Dr., Altadena, CA 91001
201101916 Contact Franklin Bigelow
U-8 Coach Course 8:45AM 201101913
U-6 Coach Course 8:45AM 201101909


Course Date Time Area/Region Location Roster # Remarks
AYSO's Safe Haven September 15 (Thursday) 6:30PM - 8:00PM 98 - Temple City Live Oak Park 201104473 Contact Bob Shonborn
* American Red Cross - Arcadia Chapter: 376 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
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