Becoming a LifeSmarts Coach

A LifeSmarts coach is the adult team leader who is responsible for recruiting and preparing players for LifeSmarts competitions and activities. LifeSmarts is a great way to introduce students to real-world issues and empower them to gain life skills. Educators tell us that they use LifeSmarts because it complements what they teach, and it provides students with valuable knowledge.

The LifeSmarts program offers students many opportunities to work individually or as a team. Choose from the following list of LifeSmarts activities to determine which one, or more, is right for your coaching needs.

• LifeSmarts Varsity & Junior Varsity
• TeamSmarts
• LifeSmarts U

• Spring Training

It is up to each coach to find the best way to get students involved. Once you have established your team of four or more players, it is easy to find materials to prepare your team for online competitions! You can use our free online teaching resources, visit government agency Web sites, or use other educational resources produced by consumer groups and businesses.

What Students Learn from LifeSmarts

Participants gain meaningful consumer knowledge, awareness of resources, and the ability and confidence to participate in today's dynamic marketplace. LifeSmarts participants learn to:

• Spot and avoid scams
• Develop leadership skills
• Be smart with their finances
• Beome better decision-makers
• Understand workplace protections
• And much more!

Visit the Coach FAQs for more information.