Coaching Resources

Football Canterbury offers a comprehensive suite of coaching resources designed to support coaches at all levels. These materials aim to enhance coaching effectiveness and player development.

Technical Skill Development Videos

A series of instructive technical videos is available to demonstrate session structures and provide clear explanations for teaching specific skills and techniques. These videos are intended to complement the CDSFA session books found in the Resources section.

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Activity Session Videos

For practical session planning, a collection of activity session videos is provided. These videos offer examples of session execution with straightforward guidance on conducting and modifying each activity. They are designed to be used alongside the CDSFA session books available in the Resources section.

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The Activity Session Videos from Football Canterbury include a diverse range of training activities designed to develop players' skills, tactical awareness, and physical literacy. These videos cater to players of different ages and abilities, focusing on:

Skill Development: Activities such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control to enhance technical proficiency.
Small-Sided Games: Drills like 1v1, 2v2, and keep-away games to promote teamwork, decision-making, and competitive play.
Physical Literacy: Exercises that incorporate agility, coordination, and balance, such as "Red Light, Green Light" and "Racecars."
Fun and Engagement: Creative and enjoyable games like "Sharks and Minnows" and "Dinosaur Tag" to keep players motivated.
Tactical Training: Scenarios for defensive and attacking strategies, such as "2v1 to Goal" and "Rondo 5v2."
Game-Like Conditions: Activities like "Shrinking Field" and "Team Ball Tag" that replicate real-match situations.

These resources are suitable for both beginner and advanced coaches, providing structured yet adaptable drills that align with the CDSFA session books and Football Australia guidelines. The emphasis is on fostering a positive and effective learning environment for players of all levels.

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The Activity Session Videos - Part 2 from Football Canterbury include a diverse range of advanced training activities designed to further develop players' skills, tactical awareness, and physical literacy. These videos cater to players of different ages and abilities, focusing on:

Skill Development: Advanced techniques such as the "Ronaldo Chop," "Maradona Turn," and "Cruyff Turn," as well as fundamentals like passing with laces, throw-ins, and chipping the ball. These drills enhance technical proficiency and versatility.
Small-Sided Games: Scenarios like "2v2 to Small Goals" and "3v3+1 Keepaway" promote teamwork, decision-making, and game sense in competitive environments.
Physical Literacy: Exercises like "Dancing Ball" and "Dynamic Stretching Warmup" improve agility, coordination, and fitness, helping players prepare for training and matches.
Tactical Training: Drills focus on defensive and attacking strategies, such as "Using Delay While Defending" and "What is Attacking?" These activities teach principles like balance, cover, and team dynamics.
Fun and Engagement: Creative games like "Liverpool" and "What is Pressure?" keep sessions enjoyable and motivate players to practice regularly.
Game-Like Conditions: Activities such as "3v2 to Goal" and "4v4 to Endlines" replicate match situations, helping players apply their skills effectively under pressure.

These resources are suitable for intermediate and advanced coaches, providing structured, progressive drills that align with the CDSFA session books and Football Australia guidelines. The emphasis is on building on core skills while maintaining an engaging and supportive learning environment.