South County Family YMCA

Volunteer Youth Sports Coach: Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: https://gwrymca.org/sites/default/files/YMCA%20Youth%20Sports%20Coach%20Handbook.pdf *In order to volunteer at the YMCA, certain onboarding tasks are required. Please contact Kevin Schwartz before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of children while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play. Onboarding Requirements: Volunteers must complete an online Volunteer Application through the Y’s volunteer management system called, “Volunteer Matters.” Additional no cost requirements include completion of the following: Background Check Child Abuse & Prevention Online Training Videos Heads up Concussion Fact Sheet Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity by visiting gwrymca.volunteermatters.org, please contact Kevin Schwartz 314.849.9622 x232 or kevin.schwartz@gwrymca.org before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. Youth Sports Coach volunteer responsibilities include: Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games Be responsible for team equipment. Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit. Adhere to YMCA policies, objectives, and rules. Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership. Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14