We’re pleased to announce that are running two Grounds Maintenance course for people working within grassroots clubs.

Level 1 Winter Pitches: In Season (Maintenance) 

What is involved within this course?

The key subjects – assessment, sequencing of work and aeration to mowing, aeration and line marking, plus more – are studied through a progressive one-day IOG Learning course. With delivery from an industry expert, experience an educational hands-on training day featuring a productive presentation, plus turf care theory and practical working demonstrations. By attending this course, you will learn what is involved in preparing and maintaining a surface that allows for maximum playbility. In addition, receive a Certificate of Attendance.

What does the course content cover?

Some of the key subjects:

• Definition and assessment of surface

• Sequence of annual maintenance

• Mowing, scarification, verticutting, harrowing

• Irrigation, rolling, seeding

• Fertiliser application and top dressing

For more information about the course and to book your place, please follow the link below.

Course 1: 

Saturday 3^rd August (9:00am-4:30pm)

Cantley Park, Aintree Avenue, Doncaster, DN4 6HR

https://eventspace.thefa.com/sheffieldfa/participant/arrangement.aspx?id=279545

Course 2:

Friday 20^th September (9:00am-4:30pm)

Worksop Town F.C.

Windsor Food Service Stadium, Babbage Way, Sandy Ln, Worksop, S80 1UJ

https://eventspace.thefa.com/sheffieldfa/participant/arrangement.aspx?id=279547

If you have any further questions please contact Mark Wozniak on 0114 261 5500 or via email mark.wozniak@sheffieldfa.com