The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is set to offer the Elite CAF Goalkeeping Course, set to run from Monday, October 28 to Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) in Kasarani, Nairobi.
This course is tailored to enhance the skills and knowledge of goalkeeping coaches across the country as part of FKF’s ongoing commitment to improving football standards in Kenya.
The Elite CAF Goalkeeping Course is a significant opportunity for local coaches to gain advanced expertise in goalkeeping techniques, training methodologies, and tactical understanding, empowering them to nurture and develop world-class talent within the country.
Why FKF is Offering the Course
FKF recognizes the critical role that goalkeepers play in the success of any team. This course aims to offer specialised training to active goalkeeping coaches, ensuring that they are equipped with modern and effective coaching techniques.
FKF seeks raise the Standard of Goalkeeping Across Kenya as well-trained coaches produce better players. The course will equip participants with the knowledge to train goalkeepers at the highest level.
Additionally, this course will help develop coaching capacity. This initiative is part of FKF’s broader objective of improving coaching standards across all football levels, ensuring that coaches have the required credentials to nurture the next generation of footballers.
Furthermore, this will provide an opportunities for coaches to enhance their career. With this CAF certification, coaches will not only gain valuable knowledge but also position themselves for greater opportunities both locally and internationally.
Benefits of the Course
The Elite CAF Goalkeeping Course offers numerous benefits to participants, including:
- CAF Certification: Coaches will receive formal certification from CAF, elevating their credentials in football coaching.
- Enhanced Technical Skills: Participants will learn the latest goalkeeping techniques, positioning strategies, and decision-making processes.
- Networking Opportunities: Coaches will have the chance to connect with peers and senior coaching professionals from different regions, fostering knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
- Advanced Tactical Knowledge: The course covers modern trends in goalkeeping, from ball distribution to playing with the ball at feet, preparing goalkeepers for the evolving demands of the game.