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Introduction to Futsal

This module helps you gain insight into coaching the game of futsal and how to get started with your team.

Course Overview

Introduction to Coaching Football

Course Type:

Online

Free

Duration:

60 minutes

Minimum Age:

16

Price:

Free

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About the course

The Introduction to Futsal course aims to help learners gain insight into coaching the game of futsal.

This is an online module, and you don’t need any previous futsal experience or qualifications before signing up.

In fact, all you need is an FA Number (FAN) and a laptop, tablet or mobile device. Then you’re good to go.

 

Reasonable adjustments

To request a reasonable adjustment on this course, please follow this link.

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Already Started?

If you started this course before 9th December 2025, your progress has not been transferred to the new My Learning platform. You will need to restart and complete the course in the new platform for your completion to be recorded.

If you enrolled and started this course after 9am on 9th December 2025, you can continue the course here

Your completion history will remain on your FAN and you can log in to your My Account here to view your record of achievement.

How to get started

To access this course, follow these simple steps:

Login here. To do this, you need a FAN ID. If you've got one already, perfect – simply use the linked email address and password to login. If not, select the 'Create an account' option. This will walk you through the registration process.

Enter the course. Once you've got your FAN ID and logged in simply select the course from your homepage to get started.

Important information

The course is designed to work on mobile, tablet, laptop or desktop. For the best experience, choose a newer device with a large screen, and make sure your operating system and browser are up to date.

Course modules

Course introduction (6m)

This module explains the course structure. It also provides the chance to tell us about yourself.

What is futsal? (6m)

This module takes a closer look at futsal as a sport.

 

Why play futsal? (9m)

This module explains what makes futsal special and how it can benefit your team.

 

Where can futsal be played? (5m)

Discover where to train, where to play and what pitch sizes are best for futsal..

 

What could futsal training look like? (10m)

Dive into the best way to support your team to play futsal and develop their skills.

 

How can I help my team play futsal? (15m)

Discover where to train, where to play and what pitch sizes are best for futsal..

 

What are the core skills of futsal? (6m)

Explore the most important attacking and defending skills in futsal.

 

Course Summary (6m)

This module sums up the course. It reviews your learning objectives and provides the opportunity to give feedback.

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Join the Futsal Community

Alongside the course, we encourage you to join our Futsal Community group. Whether you work in grassroots or the professional game, our community is here to help. This area gives you access to expert blogs, resources and tailored forums. Plus, it's the perfect chance to connect with other members. To get started on the community, click the link below.

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