Foundations of Session Design

Foundations of Session Design is a youth soccer coaching course from the Player Development Project aimed at coaches of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Across five modules, it covers session planning principles, the Four Corner Approach, coaching practice styles ranging from unopposed to small-sided games, effective coach communication, and building a culture of individual player development through tools such as player cards and individual development plans.

The course is delivered entirely online and is self-paced, allowing learners to progress on any device at their own speed. It is led by Dave Wright, a UEFA A licensed coach and PDP co-founder, alongside Dan Wright, who holds the UEFA A licence and FA Advanced Youth Award. Live session footage, downloadable PDF practice plans, quizzes, and bonus material featuring Melbourne Victory U20 sessions supplement the core content. Participants receive an official PDP certificate upon completion.