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Date: Self-paced distance learning
Venue: Online (SSISA Education Hub)
Duration: 6 hours 

Course fee is R 1,500
CPD points 6

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NB: This course is self-paced and you can start and finish in your own time. You will have 12 months to complete the course on the SSISA platform after which access to the course will expire.

This course is for anyone who is interested in learning how to condition soccer players properly to obtain a high level of fitness to play the game of soccer. Individuals who want to learn how to incorporate a series of fitness components into a training plan will benefit from this course. This course is also for those who want to or will be testing the fitness levels of athletes.

Who should attend
Health Professionals (Biokineticists, Sports Scientists, Physiotherapists) Personal Trainers, Coaches, Players.

No previous experience and knowledge is required. However, if the learner is familiar with football, they will benefit more from the course.

Specific learning outcomes

  • Compare and contrast the range of schedules for the periodisation of training 
  • Compare the advantages and disadvantages of different kinds of training for optimising performance 
  • Describe the differences in the periodisation of training
  • Draft a periodised year plan including all aspects of training and preparation in a selected sport

digital certificate of attendance will be issued to participants of the course.