Coaches at all levels play a crucial role in ensuring that football is an enjoyable experience for everyone, as well as laying the foundation for the development of better players. As such, our community coaching courses have been designed to support you in whatever role you have within football.
Football West facilitates the training of community coaches at various locations and times during the year. We offer MiniRoos Certificate, Foundation of Football, and Foundation of Goalkeeping courses - see current Football West courses displayed below - please register as soon as possible, as places are limited.
Additionally, clubs can contact Football West to request coaching courses to be conducted at their chosen venue (these courses will run according to demand).
In order to be eligible to take part in a Football West coaching course, attendees must register using the online system and make immediate payment by credit card. Registrations received without payment will not be processed.
Please note: Football Australia has recently moved learning platforms to etrainu. If this is your first time accessing the platform, you will need to complete a couple of steps.
1. Please click the link below and search 'Learner', select the relevant state you are located in and proceed with the registration process.
https://www.playfootball.com.au/club-registration-search
2. After completing step 1, you will need to wait 48 hours, before being able to use the Football Australia Learning Centre link below to access the new learning platform.
https://learn.footballaustralia.com.au/training/index.cfm?event=page.login
Please ensure you log in as a Football Australia Learner.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Football Australia via email support@playfootball.com.au or phone 02 8880 7983
MINIROOS CERTIFICATE COURSE
The Miniroos Certificate uses short, game-based sessions to introduce football to newcomers in an inclusive way. This short course, designed to coach kids aged four to nine years, is fully practical and encourages coaches to develop practices that are safe, fun and enjoyable.
This popular national program puts an emphasis on natural development and being active, as well as helping young players build a love for the game. Another highlight of the course is that coaches are exposed to the rules of the game as well as tips on building a team culture.
Upcoming courses:
Details of new courses will be announced here.
FOUNDATION OF FOOTBALL COURSE
The Foundation of Football course is for individuals embarking on their coaching journey as well as parents and volunteer coaches frequently called upon to guide young players in grassroots football. The course equips people with essential skills for creating a safe and positive learning environment for players.
The central focus is to empower coaches to establish a safe and enjoyable environment for young players. It offers guidance on conducting engaging training sessions and provides pre-designed training plans for an entire season, alleviating coaches from the task of creating them themselves.
The practical component of the course encompasses various aspects of the game, such as playing formats and fundamental skills like dribbling, passing, receiving, and finishing; however, the primary emphasis is on coaching methods that foster an appropriate learning environment.
Upcoming courses:
Bayswarer City
Venue: Emberson Reserve, Morley
Date: Saturday 7 February 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Balga
Venue: Balga Soccer Club, Princess Road, Balga
Date: Sunday 22 February 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Port Kennedy
When: Saturday 28 February 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Where: Koorana Reserve, Royal Palm Drive, Warnbro
Cost: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Curtin University
Venue: Edinburgh Oval, Bentley
Date: Saturday 7 March 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Hamersley Rovers
Venue: Hamersley Rovers Junior FC, Beach Road, Carine
Date: Saturday 7 March 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Armadale
Venue: Alfred Skeet Reserve, Armadale Road, Forrestdale
Date: Saturday 14 March 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Quinns FC
Venue: Riverlinks Park, Riverlinks Drive, Clarkson
Date: Saturday 28 March 2026 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
Kalgoorlie
Venue: Ray Finlayson Sporting Complex, Marshall Street, West Lamington
Date: Sunday 19 April 2026 (9:00am - 5:00pm)
Price: $100 per person
REGISTER HERE
FOUNDATION OF GOALKEEPING COURSE
Upcoming courses:
Details of new courses will be announced here.