The South African Football Association (SAFA) offers a structured coaching education pathway aligned with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) standards. This pathway is designed to equip aspiring and experienced coaches with the necessary knowledge and skills to develop football talent across various levels.
🏅 SAFA Coaching License Pathway
- SAFA D License (Grassroots Coaching)
- Duration: Typically 5 to 8 days
- Eligibility: Minimum age of 16; no prior coaching experience required
- Focus: Introduction to coaching principles, youth development, and grassroots football
- Application: Contact your local Provincial Football Association (PFA) for course schedules and registration details saintsfc.co.zaGauteng News+1Scribd+1
- CAF/SAFA C License (Introductory Coaching)
- Duration: Approximately 10 days
- Eligibility: Completion of the SAFA D License
- Focus: Coaching methodologies for youth and amateur teams
- Application: Courses are organized by regional PFAs; reach out to your local PFA for upcoming sessions Safa+1LinkedIn+1Safa+15saintsfc.co.za+15Gauteng News+15Facebook+21Safa+21Safa+21Gauteng News
- CAF/SAFA B License (Intermediate Coaching)
- Duration: Around 20 days, often divided into multiple phases
- Eligibility: Completion of the CAF C License and relevant coaching experience
- Focus: Advanced coaching techniques, tactical analysis, and team management
- Application: Courses are scheduled in various provinces; contact your regional PFA for details SafaWikipedia+7Scribd+7sonylijin.com+7Gauteng News+1Global Sports Academy+1
- CAF/SAFA A License (Advanced Coaching)
- Duration: Approximately 30 days, conducted over several phases
- Eligibility: Completion of the CAF B License, coaching experience at senior or junior levels, submission of an activity report, and a recent medical certificate
- Focus: High-level coaching strategies, leadership, and performance optimization
- Application: Courses are organized by SAFA; for more information, contact the SAFA Coaching Education Department SafaSafa+8Safa+8MDNTV+8Global Sports Academy+1Scribd+1LinkedIn+1Safa+1
📍 How to Apply
- Contact Your Local PFA: Reach out to your Provincial Football Association to inquire about course availability, schedules, and application procedures.Gauteng News+1Sport Plus+1
- Prepare Necessary Documents: Depending on the course level, you may need to submit proof of previous certifications, coaching experience, and a medical certificate.Safa
- Course Fees: Fees vary by course and region. For example, the SAFA D License course fee has been listed around R850 to R2800 in past sessions.ugc.production.linktr.ee+8saintsfc.co.za+8Gauteng News+8
🌐 Additional Resources
- SAFA Official Website: For the latest updates and contact information, visit www.safa.net.Safa+3Safa+3Safa+3
- SAFA Coaching Education Department: For specific inquiries, you can reach out via email at coaching.education@safa.net.
- SAFA D-License Manual: To get an overview of the curriculum and expectations, refer to the SAFA D-License Manual.ugc.production.linktr.ee
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