Coaches

Become a Youth Ultimate Coach with EUPA!

The Edmonton Ultimate Players Association (EUPA) is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help introduce and grow the sport of Ultimate in our community. We are seeking coaches to support our youth programs for players ages 10-18.

No previous coaching or Ultimate experience is required! Whether you are an experienced player, a parent, or simply interested in getting involved, EUPA provides resources, practice plans, and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Youth Program Seasons

• Winter Indoor League: December-April

• Spring Outdoor League: May-June

• Summer Outdoor League: July-August

• Fall Outdoor League: September-October

What EUPA Provides

• Practice plans, coaching resources, and ongoing support.

• An honorarium for coaches.

• Reimbursement for the required police record check.

Coaching Development & Training

EUPA wants to help our coaches grow both on and off the field! We can connect coaches with additional training and development opportunities to help build their skills, confidence, and coaching experience.

• First Aid Training: EUPA has access to discounted First Aid courses through St. John Ambulance.

• Coaching Education: Through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), coaches can access free training opportunities to further develop their coaching knowledge and skills.

These opportunities are a great way to strengthen your coaching résumé, gain valuable certifications, and build experience that can benefit you both within and beyond Ultimate.

Coaching Requirements

All youth coaches must have a current police record check, valid for three years. EUPA will reimburse the cost of obtaining the required check. 

Interested in Coaching?

Help us create a fun, positive, and welcoming environment where young athletes can learn new skills, build confidence, and develop a love for Ultimate!

To learn more or express your interest, contact programcoordinator@eupa.ca.

Check out our social media pages for Coaching Bios! 

Ultimate Canada Coaching Requirements

Respect in Sport Module - Coaches must request to get a code via the Youth Director - can be funded by EUPA

Elevate Login

Coaching Courses through the Locker

2024 Annual Coaches Meeting Recording 

2024 Annual Coaches Meeting Presentation

Recommended FREE Courses:

• Making Headway in Sport - Concussion Management
  
  • This is a very good course that breaks down what a concussion is and how to manage a minor and a serious concussion. Our sport has a high risk of head injuries and collision so I think this is something that our coaches must take - even ambassadors
• Mental Health in Sport
  • This course has an overview of creating a positive mental health environment. It goes over what this looks like and what the signs are of poor mental health and what your role as a coach is in these scenarios.
• NCCP Emergency Action Plan (15 minutes)
  • A short course that reviews what a coach should do in an emergency 
  • Emergency Action Plan template