My name is Benjamin Jordon and I am a current college coach. My goal for this channel is to use it as a way for me to document what it takes to make it the professional level of coaching in the modern world.
In addition, I will be sharing my coaching philosophy, coaching tactics, books, materials and thoughts on any and all things football related.
I have a private training soccer business [Jordon Soccer Training] that focuses on the technical, physical and psychological development of future footballers in private sessions
Hi Jordon My son is going into the 8th grade and he plays for Rapid ECRL. His team is going to Richmond Virgina for Nationals. I just need some help picking ID camps. He is a 4.0 student and I just would like to get him notice because I came across your RU-vid channel.
At this age, just enjoy the process - nothing major happens until his sophomore year. Go to some local ID camps to see what they're like - meet the coaching staff and see if he enjoys it.
I would look at your local federation and see what options they have. Another option would be to complete online only courses - most federations have limited courses but do offer a variety. If you look at the FA (English Federation) they have some free and cheap course that you do not have to a UK resident to enroll in
I haven't enough money to learn or to study online course because I'm student grade 11 at school Al least help me books (formation) and pdf training for U10-18 Thank you bro
my question to you is if you are a coach in europe or the uk and you have a uefa A or B License is it possible to get a job in the USA or do i have to have us soccer coaching licenses
100% possible to get a job in the US. If you are looking to get involved in certain academies or professional organizations and they are requiring a USSF License (Unlikely) then there are exceptions that you can apply for to skip basic USSF License and start to earn the USSF equivalent of your current UEFA License...i.e. UEFA B start to earn USSF B...most clubs in the US or soccer programs will accept coaches with a UEFA license.
@@jordonsoccertraining thanks for the response I’ve seen a lot of jobs in the USA with these director jobs and would like to know what are the average salaries of these director jobs in soccer
A lot of factors...A few would be: - The state where the director role is - how large the club is regarding the number of teams - roles and responsibilities - experience of the candidate
Yes. Most organizations will accept both USSF and UEFA. If you want to get a USSF license after obtaining your UEFA, there are some waivers that coaches who have a UEFA B can jump to certain USSF licenses vs starting from the lowest license.
Don't think there is a direct relationship to license and pay structure. Depends on the location of the club, what a coach earns per team. If it's just club coaching - then younger ages range from 800-1000 per team, older ages could go from 1000-1400 per team. On averagae coaches have two teams but some coach 3 teams...
Been watching a lot of your videos lately, they’ve been extremely helpful thank you! I have been struggling to find more information about the differences between Class D and Class C licenses. In your opinion, is there any incentive to continue pushing up the coaching ladder if your end goal is coaching local travel teams and coach high school soccer? Would the C license open up any doors that Class D would not?
I think the C license would open a lot more connections in the coaching world because of who is getting the license. The C license in general is going to be geared a little more towards the complete environment - developing sessions, creating plans, interacting with and managing players. It's an introductory to the more advance methodologies that the USSF is teaching and provides a great foundation. I would personally say, if you plan to coach high school or regular travel teams, then the C license would be a license to get. Not a requirement though - the D would be the minimum for most club or travel soccer. HS, I doubt they would require a high license unless the AD knows about them...
Hardest thing is to start! There's a lot of coaches with similiar starts. Only way from here is up with more and more opportunities as you gain experience!!! Wish you all the best in your career!!!
For the USSF National D License, these are the requirements: Completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching module Completed Two (2) Grassroots In-Person (4v4, 7v7, 9v9 or 11v11) Completed One (1) Grassroots Online (4v4, 7v7, 9v9, or 11v11) or Completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Previously Earned U.S. Soccer E License or Completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Previously Earned U.S. Soccer F License Completed Two (2) Grassroots In-Person (4v4, 7v7, 9v9 or 11v11) and Student Coaches must have access to a team (U7-U12) for the duration of the course. Hope it helps.
I've never played highschool soccer, but I am really trying because it's always been a dream. I have a 3-day soccer camp at my dream college, and I'm going to take into account what you say here and try to apply it there, because without the experience I'm sure the other players will have, standing out at a soccer camp will be my time to show my ambition, dedication and passion for the game.
@@JossuLP If your asking me to update you after I go there, I will if you want. I'm going in with no experience, it'll be this summer before my senior year in highschool (July 17th-19th) and trying to get on my dream college's radar or at least get experience before I try out for a public school soccer team. My main position will be a goal keeper with a secondary as a center back defender.
@@JossuLP Your best bet is to try to go to a few soccer or ID camps and have them train you. (The longer the camp is the better) then I would say try out for the college team if they have one. If you don't get on see if they have an imperial team. Try to get onto that, work hard and after maybe a year try to go for the professional college again.
Thanks for posting, this is helpful. I agree with other posters, your mindset is the mindset needed for learning. Check your ego at the door, because we all have something to learn from everyone Note: two books id recommended as a coach on mindset (and for life in general) are from Ryan Holiday: 1) The Obstacle is the Way 2) Ego is the Enemy Good luck!
Wow, barely any first touch passing. I don't teach my players to control the ball under pressure. But I guess every coach knows how he/she wants to develop the players.
It's a great video mate really enjoyed it, not sure if it's my settings or something but I couldn't really see the colours to well on the boots but like I said video was awesome
Hey Ben, I'm thirteen and working on getting a referee license. I'm trying to find the Grassroots Online Course Module but I can't seem to find it or how to register even through the OMS tutorial. Do you know where it is or how to get there?
It's tough, especially in the beginning, but as you make your way up the ladder, you'll begin to prioritize positions and roles that are able to provide with what you're looking for when it comes to monthly income. It was tough for myself in the beginning because I was doing alot to make it by
Depends on where you are based out of. If you’re based out of the US, then visiting the learning.ussoccer.com will provide you with everything you need to create an account and register for your first course. Outside of the US, very similar process but contacting your local FA (Football Association) they will be able to provide you with what you need. Best of luck!!
Depends. Florida and California are your most soccer dense states. Having the appropriate visas definitely helps because it makes the hiring process a lot easier.
After getting my license would you guys give me a team for me to train or how does it work exactly? Would I have to be with a coach for a while before training my own team?
What about advise for keepers? I think keepers aren’t always able to show their skills in scrumming since they may not get in every scenario that show they are good in all aspects. Are coaches really eval them on the drills aspect?
Great vid!!! What are ur thoughts jr going into sr year of HS, sending short highlight video? And thoughts on receiving thank u emails after an ID, as well as what to include/say? Thanks
Hey everyone here’s some advice, since some of you are looking in these comments. Make sure you sleep and eat well before, prep is going to make your play better. Show up with confidence to Id camps. In addition, before attending send personal emails or text messages to the coaches. In that personal letter you should ask about positions and spots they have to see if it’s even worth it.
Hi coach , I’m just starting my coach career in the USFF, I just finished the Grassroots and towards to the D license, do you recommend me keep forward with this? Or here in USA exist another option or way to be a coach… I just wanna know more about your journey with that. Thx a lot coach
Fantastic! Congrats on finishing the grassroots. There are two main path ways - you have United States Soccer Federation Licenses and United Soccer Coaches diplomas. Depending on what your end goal is, they both offer great courses.
