Football coach course in Galicia
To get your football coaching licence in Galicia, the most direct route is the RFGF Coaching School (Real Federación Galega de Fútbol), headquartered in A Coruña (Rúa Juan de Ciorraga 3-Baixo, 15008). Before paying you should always check the same list.
- Current official call published by the RFGF.
- Entry requirements (age, secondary education, certificates).
- Calendar and duration.
- Practical training venue and federation club where to complete it.
- Validity for the competition you want to coach in.
Where to look for courses in Galicia
The first checkpoint for Galicia is the RFGF - Real Federación Galega de Fútbol, headquartered in A Coruña (Rúa Juan de Ciorraga 3-Baixo, 15008). Its coaching school publishes UEFA C, B, A and Pro calls season by season, with venues rotating across the four Galician provinces (A Coruña, Lugo, Ourense and Pontevedra).
To confirm contact and current website check the RutaMister federations page. The RFEF centralises the UEFA licence process, and for the academic Sports Technician route the CSD and the Galician Department of Education list the authorised centres in the region.
| Item | Galicia |
|---|---|
| Regional federation | RFGF - Real Federación Galega de Fútbol |
| Headquarters | Rúa Juan de Ciorraga 3-Baixo, 15008 A Coruña. Venues rotating by province. |
| Official website | www.futgal.es |
| Contact | info@futgal.es |
| Phone | 981 900 600 |
Steps to enrol in an RFGF call
First identify the exact course name and what it awards: a UEFA federation licence or an academic Sports Technician qualification. The difference changes cost, duration, venue and later recognition. Check the available levels before deciding.
- ID.
- Prior education: Spanish ESO for UEFA C; UEFA C in force plus 6 months of experience for UEFA B.
- Medical certificate.
- Photo.
- Proof of payment.
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Which level to choose for your goal in Galicia
- UEFA C: grassroots football in Galician clubs, under-7 to under-16.
- UEFA B: autonomous junior, Liga Nacional Juvenil and territorial senior amateur (Regional Preferente, Primera Regional).
- UEFA A: Tercera RFEF, Group I.
If you want an academic qualification with MEC grant access, consider the Sports Technician: longer and more expensive, but it grants an official Ministry title. Compare both routes in Sports Technician vs UEFA licence.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find football coach courses in Galicia?
The RFGF Coaching School publishes UEFA C, B, A and Pro calls on futgal.es, based in A Coruña (Rúa Juan de Ciorraga 3-Baixo), with venues rotating across the four Galician provinces. The academic Sports Technician route is delivered at centres authorised by the Galician Department of Education and by the CSD. For the step-by-step process, see how to enrol in a coaching course.
Which licence do I need to coach in Galicia?
It depends on the competition: for Galician grassroots football (under-7 to under-16), UEFA C is enough; for autonomous junior football, the Liga Nacional Juvenil and territorial senior amateur (Regional Preferente, Primera Regional), UEFA B is required; for Tercera RFEF Group I you already need UEFA A. Via the academic route, TD Level 1 equals UEFA B (Article 167 bis RFEF). Always confirm the current coaching circular on futgal.es before signing.
How much does a coaching course cost in Galicia?
Via the federation route, the UEFA C course at RFGF costs €300 in the 2026/27 call, with pre-registration until 05/10 and venues rotating across the four Galician provinces (A Coruña, Lugo, Ourense and Pontevedra). The academic Sports Technician Level 1 route can exceed €800, with MEC grant access. Check the exact yearly cost on futgal.es.
Is a UEFA licence the same as Sports Technician studies in Galicia?
They are different but practically equivalent routes: the UEFA licence is issued by RFGF from its A Coruña headquarters (calls published on futgal.es) and is faster and cheaper; the Sports Technician is an official Ministry of Education academic title, longer but eligible for a MEC grant. TD Level 1 equals UEFA B (TD Level 2 = UEFA A; TD Superior = UEFA Pro), per Article 167 bis of the RFEF Regulations.
What should I do if I do not know which course to choose in Galicia?
Start by defining your goal and timeline: to coach Galician grassroots football this year, UEFA C at RFGF (€300, 2026/27 call on futgal.es) is the most direct option, with venues rotating across the four provinces. If you prefer an academic qualification with MEC grant access, consider the Sports Technician. Use the RutaMister assistant for a personalised recommendation in under 60 seconds.