Coaching & Training Resources
Everything ASOW coaches and managers need — course information, training resources and links to Football St George's development programs.
The coaching and development resources on this page are provided by Football St George (FSG) — the association ASOW competes in. This is not an ASOW creation. All course information, registration links and contact details belong to FSG. We've compiled this page to make it easier for ASOW coaches and managers to find what they need.
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Coaching Courses
FSG offers three levels of coach education — from a 2-hour intro for volunteer parents through to advanced AFC diploma pathways. All courses are delivered by the FSG Technical Director.
MiniRoos Course
Aimed at volunteer parents and coaches working with novice players or players aged approximately up to 10 years old. The session is entirely practical and encourages coaches to create games based on enjoyment.
- Learn practical and fun games to engage kids in football
- Reinforce or get to know the basic rules of the game
- Organise a safe playing experience and help kids fall in love with the game
Delivered in conjunction with a local club. Can be requested for ASOW — see below.
More info at FSGFoundations of Football
Aimed at volunteer parents and coaches working with advanced beginner to competent level players, or players up to approximately 15 years old. Delivered by the FSG Technical Director at central venues.
- Practical sessions covering basics of technique and playing principles
- Group discussions to exchange coaching experiences
- Not graded — coaches can participate in training sessions
- Prerequisite for the Football Australia/AFCC Diploma
Replaces the former Skill Training, Game Training and Senior Coaching certificates.
More info at FSGAdvanced Pathway (AFC C-Diploma)
Designed for coaches working with performance-focused players, typically those in NPL competitions and higher. Longer and more intensive than community courses, with fees that reflect the quality of training delivered.
- Delivered over 5 full days spread across a month
- Delivered in collaboration with FSG, Eastern Suburbs FA and Football Canterbury
- Must have completed Foundations of Football before registering
Prerequisites apply — Foundations of Football must be completed first.
More info at FSGNext Course · Via FSG
Foundations of Football Course
Attendance is required on both evenings. For questions contact Andrew on 0418 530 925.
Registration via FSG ·
Course dates subject to change
How to Register for a Course
All registrations are handled through Football Australia's etrainu learning platform. If it's your first time, you'll need to set up a Play Football account first.
Create a Play Football Account
Register the person who will be completing the course via the Play Football link. Use the FSG registration link for the relevant course.
Wait 3–4 Hours
After registering, wait 3–4 hours before accessing etrainu. Your account needs time to sync across to the Football Australia learning platform.
Log In to etrainu as a Football Australia Learner
Access the etrainu platform and log in as a "Football Australia Learner" — not a generic learner account.
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Want a MiniRoos course run at ASOW?
Clubs can submit a request directly to the FSG Technical Director to deliver a MiniRoos course or model session at your club. Use the form on the FSG website to make your request.