HOLDING A WYS SANCTIONED COACHING CLINIC

WYS affiliated clubs are encouraged to request clinics that are at the level most appropriate for its coaches. All clinics are presented per the criteria and curriculum of US Youth Soccer/USSF.

• Youth Section: can be designed to fit the needs of the club; 3 – 5 hours, focus on the needs of U6 – U12 recreational player; no cost to participants or the club.

• E certificate clinic: 18-hour course, over one weekend; fee is $85 per candidate.

• D license clinic: 36-hour course, over two weekends; fee is $120 per candidate.

• WYS does not present C license clinics but posts on the website information regarding clinics in surrounding areas.

REQUIREMENTS:

• WYS works with the club to coordinate the clinic, but the club is responsible for finding an appropriate location. This includes a classroom where a computer and projector can be used, a smartboard or whiteboard, and either gym space or a field. It is also a good idea to have a backup location in case of bad weather.

• As needed, WYS can provide balls, goals, and/or other training equipment.

• Instructors are provided by, or must be approved by, the WYS Technical Director.

• WYS will pay costs and fees for:

  • Instructor(s)

  • Materials produced by (or approved by) the state office

  • Facility

  • Lodging and meals for 1 instructor. See payment terms on page 2.

  • Mileage at the General Services Administration (GSA) POV rate as posted at the time of the clinic.

• Candidates must register to attend; electronic registration is handled by WYS. Registration must be completed and paid for by the registration deadline. Clubs that pay any candidate fees must notify WYS of such and provide a list of approved coaches.

• For a clinic to take place, a minimum of 10 candidates must register and pay.

  • Candidates that cancel 48 hours in advance will receive a full refund; after that a cancellation fee of $15 will be assessed.

  • “No shows” will not receive a refund.

  • The club is responsible for paying the fees for any member coach that does not pay or fails to cancel in the appropriate time.

  • If WYS or the club must cancel the course all checks will be returned and no credit cards will be charged.

• Following the course, WYS will verify attendance and test results then mail each candidate their certificate or license.

• To request a clinic contact the state office at (307) 742-2306 or by sending an email to: wssa@wyomingsoccer.com

INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT AND REIMBURSEMENT POLICY

The course sign-in sheet along with any payments received on site and any unused materials must be returned to the state office before the instructor fee and reimbursement can be approved for payment.

• Youth (Recreational) Sections: 5-hours, U6 – U8 or U10 – U12, $120.00. Fee is for one instructor. If the instructor assigned to the clinic wishes to have another instructor present, the fee is divided. Instructor must hold at minimum a state D license.
  

• E Clinic: 18-hour course held over one weekend, $360.00. Fee is for one instructor. If the instructor assigned to the clinic wishes to have another instructor present, the fee is divided. Instructor must hold at minimum a national C license.

• D Clinic: 36-hour course held over two weekends, $720. Fee is for one instructor. If the instructor assigned to the clinic wishes to have another instructor present, the fee is divided. Instructor must hold at minimum a national B license.
  

• Travel Expenses: The state office will reimburse one instructor for meals, hotel, and gas. All receipts must be submitted to the state office for reimbursement.
  

• Reimbursement for additional instructors must be approved, in advance of the clinic, by the state office.
  

• Approval will be determined by the number of clinic attendees that have registered and paid.
  

• Instructors will be asked to submit their social security number and will be issued a form 1099 at the end of each calendar year.