How to Coach Kids is a free, 30-minute interactive online training course and resource library designed for community organizations and youth sports leagues who would like to offer foundational training to their volunteer coaches. Co-created by Nike and the USOC and inspired by Project Play, How to Coach Kids provides coaches with the tools they need to help inspire young athletes in their communities. Learn more about How to Coach Kids.

NRPA is a Proud Partner of #PROJECTPLAY

Coaches are critical to providing kids with early positive experiences in sport and play and they help kids to develop confidence and skills, both on and off the playing field. That’s why we’re excited about sharing this resource with our members:

  • Free 30 Minute Online Training Course – Designed for community organizations and youth sport league volunteers who coach kids under age 17
  • Unique & CredibleBacked by U.S. Olympic Committee & Project Play 2020 organizations
  • Mobile-Enabled Website & AppResource library with tools on coaching kids in any sport

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