Football preparation checklist

Make sure you're prepared to include a deaf child by using our handy checklist for deaf-friendly football coaching sessions.

Things to ask the parent or footballer before you start

• What level of deafness do you have?
• How do you like to communicate?
• If you're not looking at me, what's the best way to get your attention?
• Do you use any equipment to help you hear?
• Do you use any equipment at school like a radio aid?

Things to bring with you

• Dry wipe board and pens
• Coloured flags
• Resources for games, for example, pictures or objects.

Other considerations

• Does the pitch or training centre have an auditory or visual emergency signal, or both? 
• Does everyone know what the alarm means and what to do?
• Do you need another emergency signal such as an agreed visual gesture?
• Are assistant coaches or reception staff aware that deaf young people will be attending?

Find out more about football health and safety.