Female Coach

Female Coaches Community

Development and networking for female coaches

In Spring 2022, BBFA launched the Female Coaches Community. The was introduced to support female coaches within the County to continue development and importantly network and share experiences with other female coaches in the area.

The group of female coaches will be supported throughout by FA Regional Coach Development Officer for Women & Girls, Vicky Fisher along with support from FA Mentors Jon Simmons & Chris Berry. The team will support the delivery of both practical and virtual workshops. 

In its first 12 months since launching, over 100 female Coaches are part of the programme with the group continuing to grow and evolve & it is perfect for both new coaches into the game or experienced coaches. 

Not currently a member? You are still able to join the BBFA Female Coaches Community and what's more, it is FREE to join!!*

Becoming a member gives you:

  • Opportunity to attend practical and virtual workshops across the season for FREE
  • Access to a new community network using Spond where coaches can chat and share session plans and ideas
  • Opportunity to be supported by FA Mentors in your local grassroots clubs

Click here to become part of the new BBFA Female Coaches Online Community

*You must be aged 18 and over to join the online community

See below the schedule for the 2023/24 season to see what's coming and available...

Get in Touch

By Phone: 01235 544890

By Email:
Education@Berks-BucksFA.com

Important Information

We adhere to a strict cancellation policy and by enrolling on our events you agree to have read and be bound by our Terms and Conditions.

Female coaches Community workshops & Events

Practice Design Online Workshop

Date: Wednesday 27th September 2023
Time: 7:30pm-9pm 
Format: Online
Venue: Microsoft Teams 
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will provide a way to set out clear intentions and returns planned, delivered and managed in practice. The workshop will also support coaches on how to identify what coaches are aiming to help the players with, and how the practice will enable this.

Click here to book

Player Engagement Workshop

Date: Saturday 21st October 2023
Time: 10:00-12:00
Format: Practical
Venue: Marlow (Venue TBC)
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will enables coaches to understand how to connect to their players and to effectively support, stretch and challenge them. The workshop will also show you ways to create a sense of belonging for individuals and the group.

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Environment Creation Online Workshop

Date: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Time: 19:30-21:00
Format: Online
Delivered by: Chris Berry & Jon Simmons
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will look at ways to create, maintain and develop a positive, safe and inspiring environment for players and coaches to learn, develop and thrive through experiences on and off the pitch.

Click here to book

Skills & Tactics Understanding Workshop

Date: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Time: 7pm-9pm  
Format: Practical
Venue: Milton Keynes (Venue TBC) 
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will enable coaches to understand of what skill looks like and how we can support the development of more skilful players to be effective in a team. The session will also show how to link this to enable the understanding and execution of tactics.

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Celebrating International Women's Day 2024

Date: Friday 8th March 2024
Time: 19:00- 21:00 
Format: Workshop
Venue: Reading FC
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will celebrate International Women's Day 2024. Join Vicky and other guests as we focus on this years theme:#DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality. 

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Learning Interactions & Strategies Online Workshop

Date: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Time: 7:30pm- 9pm 
Format: Online 
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost: FREE

Overview:

This workshop will look the appropriate use of learning interactions to positively engage and stretch individuals and/or a group informed by a deep understanding of how players learn and coach observation skills.

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Managing Self & Behaviours Workshop

Date: Monday 29th April 2024
Time: 19:00-21:00
Format: Practical
Venue: Reading (Venue TBC)
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher
Cost:
FREE

Overview:

This workshop will showcase the effective control of emotions, communication and behaviours in order to best serve the needs of players and staff.  

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End of Season Online Review

Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Time: 19:30-21:00
Format: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Cost: FREE
Delivered by
: Vicky Fisher

Overview:

Join Vicky as we look back at the season as coaches to review successes and challenges and look ahead to 24/25 season.

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BBFA Female Coaches Conference 2024

Date: Sunday 2nd June 2024 
Time: 10:00-16:00
Format: Practical
Venue: Reading 
Delivered by: Vicky Fisher

Overview:

Join Vicky, Chris and Jon and the 2nd annual Female Coaches Conference. The Conference is ideal for experienced coaches and for individuals who have just started their journey or are interested in getting involved. Following on a successful season of CPD sessions delivered through our Female Coaches Community programme, the Conference will also include two CPD Workshops, delivered as morning and afternoon sessions by FA Regional Coach Development Officer, Vicky Fisher & FA Coach Mentors, Chris Berry & Jon Simmons plus special guests. 

Click here to Register your Interest