ASA continues to support all coaches (volunteer & paid) and encourages them to seek out new & additional educational opportunities. ASA has two outstanding in-club Learning Facilitators, who are responsible for the delivery of the on field/technical components of Grassroots Coach Education – Trevor O’Neill (AS/Fun/L2T) and Colin Miller (S4L).
Safe Sport
The words “Safe Sport” transcend sports injuries, dangerous equipment, or hazardous field conditions. At its core, Safe Sport is about how individuals feel and are treated, respected, and valued. Abuse, although rare, can occur in both overt and subtle ways. Neither is acceptable. In this section, we will share resources and materials designed to ensure all stakeholders in our ‘beautiful game’ participate in safe and supportive environments. We’ll also share critical contact information with those who feel they are the victims of abuse and maltreatment or have seen potentially abusive situations within their sporting environment. Please use This Link to direct you to the new ITP Sport confidential and anonymous reporting system, or call the toll-free anonymous and confidential line: 1-800-758-9412
ASA Safe Sport Position Statement:
ASA believes in promoting a safe environment for our athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators. We believe in treating every person with respect and dignity in an inclusive space. The welfare of everyone involved in soccer is the foremost consideration and in particular, the protection of children in the sport is the responsibility of everyone involved.
ASA Safe Sport Roster
- Criminal Records Check (CRC)
- Make Ethical Decisions
- Making Head Way in Soccer
- Respect in Sport – Activity Leader
- Respect in Sport – Workplace
- Respect in Sport – Parents
- Safeguarding at ASA
- Zero Tolerance Policy
- Gender Equity Policy
- Responsible Coaching Movement
- Responsible Coach – Code of Conduct
- Rule of Two Policy
- Commit to Kids Training
- ASA Sports Medicine
- ASA Sports Science
- Extreme Weather Guidelines & Protocols
Additional Resources
- Play Safe BC
- Leading the way: Working with LGBTQ Athletes and Coaches
- Canadian Women & Sport on Gender Equity
- CCES Gender Inclusivity
- You Can Play Project
- True Sport
- Safe Sport Talks webinar series
- NCCP Code of Ethics
- Abuse Free Sport
- CAC’s Safe Sport Training
- Commit to Kids Training
- Commit to Kids Safe Sport Resources
- Commit to Kids – Foundational Information for Safeguarding Children from Sexual Abuse
Education, Certification & Licensing
Canada Soccer is responsible for the development and certification of all coaches working with players across all environments in Canada through its Coach Education & Certification Program.
ASA Resources
- ASA Philosophy
- ASA Team Coach and Manager Handbook
- ASA Technical Policy Manual 2023-24
- ASA Quality Coaching – Principles & Structure
- ASA In-Club Coach Education & Development
- ASA Long Term Player Development – A Club Coach Guide to LTPD
- Emergency Action Plan
- Accident and Injury Report Form
- ASA Sports Medicine
- ASA Sports Science
- Technical Programs Standard Operating Procedures
- ASA Team Hierarchy, Naming and Placement Policy
- Apparel and Branding Policy 2025
- Game Video & Performance Analysis