What the Academy Offers You:

The Volunteer Coach Academy gives you everything you need to coach with purpose—no experience required (no matter if you're a parent or a coach).

Tools to Keep You Organized & Ready

Downloadable planners, checklists, certificates and templates that help you run efficient practices and stress-free game days. Plus the Injury Management Guide.

Simple, effective ideas for developing your players' skills while keeping it fun and age-appropriate.

12 Lessons to Level Up Your Coaching

A self-paced course built just for volunteer coaches or parents —covering everything from progressive practice planning and communication to building team culture, managing player emotions and game planning.

Drill & Skill Plans That Make an Impact

Access to The Coaching Dad

Got questions? You’ll have direct access to me for coaching tips, feedback, or just someone who gets it.

What's Included?

Course Structure

Over 3+ hours of training broken into easily digestible viewing at your own pace. Accessible at anytime...forever.

This One is On Me!

This beginner-friendly guide and crash course gives parents and coaches the tools, insights, and encouragement they need to get started with coaching. Not nearly as in-depth as the Volunteer Coach Academy, but you'll find something to get you moving on the right path.

Parent-Friendly Guidance

Discover how to support your child before, during, and after games without adding extra pressure.

Simple, Actionable Tips

Learn how to make practices fun, reinforce effort over outcomes, and build confidence through small, consistent steps.

Volunteer Coaching Made Easy

Practical advice for leading a team, structuring practices, and creating a positive, inclusive environment—even if you have no prior experience

Frequently Asked Questions

What digital products are available?

Your purchase includes 12 courses and the accompanying PDFs for each course module (almost 45 pages of hand crafted content dedicated to you).

How do I download the content?

After purchase, you will receive an email that includes the first course video. In that video you'll receive instructions on how to access the rest of the content with your personal password.

Are the videos accessible anytime?

Yes, you will have access to the Coach Academy, forever, with the ability to view and download content at any time from any device.

What formats are the downloads?

The videos are housed on YouTube for quick and easy access and the supporting content items are standard PDF files. Should you wish to download a course video, you can contact us at Brad@thecoachingdad.com where we will assist you.

Is there customer support available?

Yes, please email brad@thecoachingdad.com.

Additional Questions...

For any additional questions you might have, please send us a message and we'll happily respond within 24 hours.