Catalyst FIRST for Player Safety

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Injury

Reduction

Soccer

Training

 

Catalyst Soccer refers to the phrase “injury deterrence” in its methods and philosophies because the ultimate goal is to reduce the risk of injury as drastically as possible through intelligent and functional training regimens.  Injury “prevention” can be a misleading term because the only way to truly prevent an injury from occurring in a sport activity is to sit the bench.  Think the understanding and application of an injury deterrence routine requires a science degree or medical license?  Think again.  The Catalyst FIRST for Player Safety online course will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to reduce the occurrence of injuries on your team through two simple plans:


1) Dynamic Warm Up Before Every Practice and Game
2) Progressive Pre-Season and In-Season Conditioning in a Periodized Program


Completing the digital soccer coach course will take less than one hour and you will receive a printable completion certificate at the end.  The videos, PDF manual, quiz questions, and warm-up instruction cards will cover the following topics:

  • Injury Deterrence: purpose, technique, specific exercises, key tips
  • Dynamic Warm Up: 3 phases, active stretches, soccer specific movements/skills, age appropriate modifications
  • Cool Down: 2 phases, light movment, static stretches, age appropriate modifications
  • Athleticism: definitions, exercises, mechanics, soccer-specific workouts, key tips
  • Periodization: program design, workout implementation, frequency, duration, intensity, time of year

 

So what sets the Catalyst FIRST for Player Safety online course and features apart from other coach education resources out there?  Let us prove why you can trust Catalyst with the important responsibility of developing your knowledge and skills as a credible coach who prioritizes player safety.

FEATURES Catalyst FIRST FIFA 11+ PEP Program
Soccer Specific Design Yes Yes Yes
Dynamic Linear Movements Yes Yes Yes
Dynamic Change of Direction Agility Yes Yes Yes
Jumping and Plyometric Yes Yes Yes
Strength and Muscle Activation Yes Yes Yes
Balance and Stability Yes Yes NO
Contact and Physicality Yes Yes NO
Warm Up Dynamic / Active Stretches Yes NO NO
Cool Down Static Stretches Yes NO Yes
Age Progressions Yes NO Yes
Practice and Game Format Yes Yes NO
Aides for Implementation (besides manual) Yes Yes NO
Warm Up Routine Yes Yes Yes
Periodized Training Regimen Yes NO NO
Exam and Course Completion Certificate Yes NO NO
Local Expert Support Yes NO NO

 

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CLICK HERE to learn more about how it works. Then sign up for a free account to get started with the soccer coach online safety course right away.