Virginia Beach Recreation Dept.
Sports ID Badge

The City of Va. Beach requires all coaches and Asst. Coaches to complete several training classes and a background check prior to participating in any practices or games.  This policy is designed to protect our kids from predatory situations. 

ACHR fully supports this program.

Coaches Code of Conduct:  All coaches are asked to review and sign the coaches code of conduct.  Please forward the signed form to Jennifer Holt at [email protected].  Click Here to open Coaches Code of Conduct

Coach & Assistant Coach:  All coaches 18 years of age and older must complete the Application package and all training module.  To download Application package Click Here:  Coaches Sports ID Application Package.  Completed packages including the completion certificates for all training modules should be sent in a single email to: [email protected] and CC: [email protected].

Bullying Prevention Training Certification - https://www.nays.org/bullying-prevention-training
Concussion Training Certification https://www.nays.org/concussion-training
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Certification https://www.nays.org/protecting-youth-athletes-for-coaches

Coaches Badges are good for 3 years.  Coaches should re-apply at least 2 weeks prior to their badges expiration.

Junior Assistant Coach:  Persons under 18 years old can apply for a Junior Assistant Coach Badge.   Requirements for a Junior Assistant badge are 1. A letter of intent from the youth explaining why they want to be a coach.  The letter should be signed by the applicant and the sports coordinator or chairman  2.  A copy of the completion certificate of Concussion training. 3. A copy of the completion Bullying training completion certificate.  The letter of intent and  completion certificates for the 2 training modules should be sent in a single email to: [email protected] and CC: [email protected].