Coach application

Apply to coach with Dribbler

Step 1 of 6 · You · Next: Eligibility

1You
2Eligibility
3Location
4Experience
5Coaching
6Agreements

Your details

Six short steps, about 15 minutes. Your answers stay in place if you go back.

Have these ready: your home address, the teams or programs you have coached and for how long, and any certifications. A resume is optional.

Your name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

We send your confirmation and next steps here.

Mobile phone(Required)

Can you coach with Dribbler?

Work rights, age and background check consent.

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?(Required)

Yes

This question is required to ensure compliance with U.S. employment laws. It helps us verify whether you are legally authorized to work in the United States, as all employees and contractors must meet federal employment eligibility requirements before starting their role.

Are you at least 18 years old?(Required)

Yes

As an independent contractor with Dribbler, you must be at least 18 years of age to legally provide services and enter into a 1099 agreement.

Your age group(Required)

We collect age group data to ensure all coaches meet our minimum age requirements and for insurance eligibility purposes.

Do you consent to a background check as a condition of coaching with Dribbler?(Required)

Yes, I consent

No, I do not consent

Every Dribbler coach needs a background check, run with your consent.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?(Required)

Yes

Please answer honestly. A felony conviction does not automatically disqualify you, but certain offenses may prevent us from moving forward due to the nature of our work with children and families.

If yes, please explain in detail(Required)

If you answered "Yes" above, please provide a brief explanation including the nature of the offense, the date of the conviction, and any relevant details. This information will be reviewed confidentially and used solely to assess eligibility for roles involving direct client interaction.

Are you able to perform the essential coaching functions required to provide soccer lessons, with or without reasonable accommodation?(Required)

This question relates only to your ability to safely perform the core activities involved in soccer coaching, such as demonstrating drills, standing or moving for extended periods, working outdoors, and traveling to lesson locations you choose to accept. You are not required to disclose medical diagnoses or protected health information. Dribbler operates as a marketplace platform and does not require disclosure of medical conditions. This information is collected solely to support safe service delivery and appropriate matching.

Are there any functional limitations or restrictions that would affect your ability to perform the essential coaching functions described above?(Required)

Please indicate whether there are any functional limitations or restrictions that may affect your ability to perform the essential coaching activities described above. Do not include medical diagnoses. Describe only functional considerations (e.g., limited mobility, difficulty standing for long periods, sensitivity to extreme heat, etc.).

If yes, please explain(Required)

If applicable, briefly describe any functional limitations or restrictions that may affect your ability to safely provide coaching services. Dribbler does not make medical determinations, does not provide medical advice, and does not evaluate fitness for duty. Independent coaches are responsible for determining their own ability to safely provide services.

Where you coach

Your address, how you travel and where you can coach.

Home address(Required)

Street address City State ZIP code

Do you have reliable transportation?(Required)

Do you have a valid driver's license?(Required)

Yes

Travel radius(Required)

How many miles are you willing to travel to a lesson location?

Are you willing to travel to client-provided locations for soccer lessons?(Required)

Client-provided locations may include private property or approved outdoor spaces selected by the client. Dribbler does not require coaches to accept any specific location. Coaches may accept or decline lesson opportunities based on availability and preference.

If you prefer not to travel to private locations, are you available to coach at public or community fields?(Required)

Do you have access to a field to use for soccer lessons?(Required)

If yes, which kind of field do you have access to?(Required)

Do you have permission from the field's management to run soccer lessons there?(Required)

Your coaching experience

Where you have coached, for how long, and with which ages.

Have you coached or trained soccer players before?(Required)

Where have you coached or trained soccer?(Required)

Camps

Clinics

A team

Privately, as a freelancer

Experience information is self-reported and used for profile completeness and client matching purposes only.

How many years have you coached or trained soccer players?(Required)

Which ages have you coached or trained?(Required)

All ages

3 to 5

6 to 8

9 to 12

13 to 15

16 to 18

19 to 22

23+

This will help us match you with better-matched clients

Coaching role 1: title(Required)

Title or role you held while coaching or training soccer players.

Coaching role 1: organization, program or team(Required)

Name of the organization, program, team, or entity where you provided coaching or training services.

Coaching role 1: how long(Required)

Approximate length of time you coached or trained with this organization or program.

Coaching role 2: title

Title or role you held while coaching or training Soccer players.

Coaching role 2: organization, program or team

Name Of Organization Or Company You Worked/Played For

Coaching role 2: how long

Approximate length of time you coached or trained with this organization or program.

Coaching role 3: title

Title or role you held while coaching or training soccer players.

Coaching role 3: organization, program or team

Name of the organization, program, team, or entity where you provided coaching or training services.

Coaching role 3: how long

Approximate length of time you coached or trained with this organization or program.

Do you currently coach or train soccer through another organization or platform?(Required)

This information is collected for transparency and scheduling awareness only and does not restrict your ability to provide services through other organizations. Dribbler operates as a marketplace platform and does not require exclusivity. Coaches are free to provide services through other organizations, subject to any agreed platform policies.

If yes, what is the name of the organization?(Required)

Do you hold any certifications related to soccer coaching?(Required)

Which certifications do you hold?(Required)

(e.g. Grassroots, USSF, United Soccer Coaches)

How you coach

Positions, the players you prefer, and a few words for your profile.

Which positions do you coach?(Required)

All positions

Striker

Forward

Wing

Midfield

Defense

Goalkeeper

You can select multiple options

Which players do you prefer to coach?(Required)

Both male and female players

Male players only

Female players only

Please select the player group you feel most comfortable coaching. This helps us match you with the most suitable clients.

Gender(Required)

Do you have experience coaching or supporting athletes with additional support needs?(Required)

Dribbler does not collect or require disclosure of medical or diagnostic information. This information is used only to match coaches and athletes based on experience and comfort level.

Please describe your relevant experience and training(Required)

Describe the type of coaching experience, training, or accommodations you have provided (e.g., adapting drills, communication approaches, behavioral support strategies).

How many clients are you willing to take on this year?(Required)

Please let us know how many clients you are comfortable accepting this year. This helps us match you with the appropriate workload and ensures a positive experience for both you and your clients.

Your coaching experience, your approach, and what you would offer families through Dribbler(Required)

Share your coaching background, experience, certifications and approach to working with players. This may be used for matching and on your coach profile.

Upload your resume (optional)

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB.

A resume helps our team understand your background in more detail.

Agreements

Each agreement opens to its full text. Tick each one to submit.

How you represent Dribbler(Required)

I Understand & Agree

You are required to represent Dribbler in a professional manner at all times and work to the best of your ability. Do you understand and agree?

Non-solicitation(Required)

I Understand & Agree

By checking this box, I acknowledge and agree that I am prohibited from soliciting Dribbler clients for private soccer lessons or engaging in any independent agreements outside of Dribbler. I will not approach, contact, or attempt to persuade any Dribbler clients to engage in services outside of the Dribbler platform or myself. I understand that violating this agreement may result in immediate contract termination and potential legal action.

A parent or guardian at every lesson(Required)

I Understand & Agree

By checking this box, I acknowledge and agree that at least one parent or adult guardian must be present at all times during every lesson I conduct. I understand and accept that I am not to be left alone with any minor under any circumstances. This policy is implemented to ensure the safety, security, and comfort of all participants, as well as to maintain professional standards.

Client offers depend on your area(Required)

I Understand & Agree

I acknowledge that client offers are not guaranteed and depend on the availability of clients in my area. Once a client becomes available, I will be notified and will have the option to accept or decline the offer.

All payments go through Dribbler(Required)

I Understand & Agree

I acknowledge and agree that all payments from clients must be made directly to Dribbler. Dribbler submits payment to me directly after each soccer lesson and I understand that accepting payments directly from clients is prohibited under Dribbler's policy.

Independent contractor(Required)

I Understand & Agree

I understand I am an independent contractor and not an employee of Dribbler. I control how I deliver services, and I may accept or decline opportunities. Dribbler does not supervise or control my coaching methods.

Background Check Authorization & Confirmation(Required)

I Acknowledge & Agree

By checking this box, I voluntarily authorize Dribbler to conduct a background screening as part of its onboarding and safety review process for independent coaches using the Dribbler platform.

- I understand that completion of a background check is required to be eligible to offer services through Dribbler, and that declining consent may limit or prevent access to the platform.

- I understand that this background screening may include, where permitted by law:

- National, state, and county criminal record searches (including felony and misdemeanor records and sex offender registries)

- Reference or experience verification

- Review of publicly available safety-related records or watchlists

I further acknowledge and agree that:

- Background screening results may be used by Dribbler solely to assess eligibility to participate on the platform and to support youth safety and trust.

- I certify that all information I have provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

- Providing false, misleading, or incomplete information may result in denial or removal of access to Dribbler.

- Background screening outcomes may affect my ability to receive or accept opportunities through Dribbler.

By checking this box, I authorize Dribbler and its third-party screening partners to obtain and review information reasonably necessary to complete this process, in accordance with applicable laws.

Where did you hear about us?(Required)

About 15 minutes in all

Your application

1Your details3 answers
2Can you coach with Dribbler?7 answers
3Where you coach6 answers
4Your coaching experience9 answers
5How you coach6 answers
6Agreements8 answers

About 15 minutes in all. Answers stay in place if you go back a step.

Before your first offer

Background check
Safety & Conduct Standards
Signed coach agreement
Profile photo

If your application is a fit, we walk you through each one. You can receive offers once all four are done, your profile is complete and your home address is correct, because offers go to coaches nearest the family.

Coaches on the Dribbler platform are independent contractors who provide all training services using their own methods. Dribbler is a technology platform that connects coaches with families. Terms of Service apply.