GFF concludes second block of C Licence coaching course

…Eyes rollout of continuous training

The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) on Wednesday afternoon concluded Block 2 of its C Licence coaching course at the National Training Centre (NTC) at Providence, East Bank Demerara (EBD), thereby marking another step in its mission to enhance coaching standards nationwide.

Administered by the Federation’s Coaching Education Department under the leadership of Technical Director Bryan Joseph, the session zeroed in on session planning and delivery aligned with Concacaf’s foundational coaching principles: leadership, management, planning and preparing, and teaching and coaching.
A notable feature of this latest training block was the integration of a compulsory child safeguarding module, designed to ensure that all participants are well equipped to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for young footballers across the country.
Participants in this round included youth national team coaches and club-level coaches drawn from various parts of Guyana, reflecting the Federation’s ongoing push to strengthen the grassroots and developmental tiers of the sport. By completing the course, these coaches now fulfil club licensing requirements and meet the minimum coaching criteria outlined in the Concacaf regulations.
Structured in two intensive blocks, the C Licence course combines theoretical instruction with on-field practical training. Block 1 was held from October 28 to November 1, 2024, during which coaches engaged in face-to-face sessions aimed at building technical and tactical competencies.
This was followed by a developmental period in which participants were given the opportunity to implement what they had learnt in live match scenarios.
With Block 2 now successfully concluded, the GFF is positioning itself to administer the C Licence course on a continuous basis throughout the year. This approach is part of the Federation’s broader commitment to raising coaching standards, expanding access to formal education for coaches, and supporting the long-term development of football in Guyana.
Technical Director Bryan Joseph noted, “The coaching education pathway is a cornerstone of our football development strategy. By investing in the growth and qualification of our coaches, we are directly impacting the quality of players being developed, and ultimately the future of Guyanese football.”
According to the GFF, as it continues to expand its coaching education programmes , it remains focused on fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth at all levels of the game.
By equipping coaches with the tools, knowledge, and ethical grounding needed to lead effectively, the Federation is laying the foundation for a stronger, more inclusive football ecosystem — one that can nurture talent, inspire communities, and elevate Guyana’s presence on the international stage.