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The FA Charter Standard Programme

The FA Charter Standard Club programme aims to provide recognition that Clubs are well run and sustainable; along with providing a commitment to raising standards through coaching and player development, behaviour and administration.

Throughout Dorset there are now 64 recognised FA Charter Standard Clubs; so why not look to get an award for your Club! The criteria is straight forward, and most Clubs will already be carrying out all of the work required; so why not get rewarded for it!

Criteria:
• Affiliated
• At least one team in a League
• Codes of Conduct
• Safeguarding Children policy (Youth only)
• Coaching qualifications (Youth only)
• Trained First Aider with every team (Adult only)

Benefits:
• Enhanced profile for the Club
• Increased likelihood of attracting sponsorship/funding
• A range of in service sessions
• Mini Soccer Festival – leading to National Festival at Wembley
• Reduction fee for Coach Education Courses
• FA Awards programme
• Access to FA/McDonalds Coaching Programme
• Access to exclusive Umbro vouchers and kit deals

So if your Club would like to start the ball rolling; please get in touch
Andrew Battison (Senior Development Officer)
01202 688279, 07908 647054 Andrew.battison@dorsetfa.com