It is a five-a-side game, normally played on a slightly larger pitch with hockey sized goals and a size four ball with a reduced bounce. It is played to touchlines and all players are free to enter the penalty area and play the ball over head height.
As a small sided game players are constantly placed in situations where they must receive or play whilst under pressure or in confined spaces. As a game it places considerable demand on technique, movement, tactical awareness and fitness.
Many countries that we admire for the technical skills of their players use Futsal as an aspect of youth development. Ball retention, quick and skilful play, tactical awareness – all are promoted in Futsal.
The following FA Introductory Courses for Futsal have been organised.
Individuals with an interest in futsal or wishing to find out more about futsal are invited to apply for a place on one of these courses.
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Day |
Date |
Time |
Venue |
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Sunday |
18 Dec 2005 |
10am-5pm |
University of Teeside |
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Saturday |
21 Jan 2006 |
10am-5pm |
Sussex – venue tbc |
|
Sunday |
22 Jan 2006 |
10am-5pm |
Lord Williams Sports College, Thame |
|
Sunday |
29 Jan 2006 |
10am-5pm |
Lincolnshire – tbc |
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Sunday |
5 Feb 2006 |
10am-5pm |
Langdon School, Newham, London |
Course Objectives
On completion of the course the candidate should be able to:-
- Understand and appreciate the fundamentals of Futsal
- Organise and coach the basic skills and techniques of Futsal
- Understand the basic principles of attack and defence of Futsal
- Appreciate the ‘Laws of the Game’ of Futsal
- Have an appreciation of the fitness demands of Futsal
Course of Training - 6hours
- 3.5 hours practical
- 2.5 hours theory
Participation
Candidates will be expected to take part in the practical element where possible. Suitable personal clothing and flat-soled indoor footwear will be required for the practical sessions. (Black soled footwear that leaves marks is not permissible).
Cost
The special cost of attending one of the above courses is only £20 per candidate. (This includes the cost of the student resource pack).
Pre-Course Requirements
These courses are open access but the certification of FA Futsal Introductory Certificate will only be awarded to candidates that hold one of the FA’s current coaching qualifications (Levels 1-5).
Certification
The FA Futsal Introductory Certificate will be awarded to candidates that complete the course and hold a current FA coaching qualification (Level 1-5). Attendees who do not hold the above qualifications will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance. This can be converted to the FA Futsal Introductory Certificate on gaining the FA Level 1 (Minimum required) Coaching Certificate.
Registration
To enrol on a course or for more information contact:
Justine O’Donohoe, The FA Association, 25 Soho Square, London W1D 4FA
0207 745 4588
or Email: Justine.O’Donohoe@TheFA.com
The course fee is £20 and all Cheques should be made payable to ‘The Football Association’