pre-travel program

6-12 years old

Designed for motivated U7 to U12 soccer players who are preparing for the transition to Competitive soccer. Focus is on developing technical skills, game understanding, and a love for the game in a fun, challenging environment. 

Overview

The Pre-Travel Program bridges the gap between recreational soccer and travel teams. It provides structured, age-appropriate training that builds technical skills, game understanding, and confidence — all in a fun, supportive environment.

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Mission & Purpose

Mission: 

Prepare young players for competitive soccer through high-quality coaching, structured training, and positive competition.


Purpose: 

Challenge players ready for more than recreational play, while deepening skills, soccer IQ, and love for the game — without the full travel commitment.

Goals

  • Technical Skills: Ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting, defending.
  • Tactical Awareness: Spacing, movement, attacking/defending as a team.
  • Game Intelligence: Smart decision-making and problem-solving.
  • Growth Mindset: Confidence, resilience, and effort.
  • Long-Term Development: Smooth transition to travel soccer when ready.

Core Skills

  • Dribbling: All surfaces of the foot, moves like scissors and stepovers.
  • Passing & Receiving: One-touch play, controlling with different surfaces.
  • Shooting: Finishing from various angles, under pressure.
  • Ball Mastery: Juggling, footwork, balance, and comfort on the ball.
  • First Touch: Soft, directional control to set up the next action.
  • Tactical Play: 1v1, 2v2, small-group tactics, spacing, transitions.
  • Mental Skills: Decision-making, awareness, resilience.
  • Social Skills: Teamwork, communication, leadership.

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Program Structure

Ages: U7–U12


Schedule Options:

  • One Day (Tuesday or Thursday)
  • Two Days (Tuesday & Thursday)

Led by: Licensed travel coaches with player development expertise


U7–U8: Intra-club games and matches vs. other clubs. Can do Pre-Travel instead of or alongside Rec.


U9–U12: Recommended as a supplement to Rec; focus on advanced footwork, positional play, and decision-making.

Registration & Cost

U7–U8


  • One-Day (16–18 sessions: 10 practices + 6–8 games): $225
  • Two-Day (26–28 sessions: 20 practices + 6–8 games): $375

U9–U12


  • One-Day (10 practices): $175
  • Two-Day (20 practices): $250
  • Uniform Fee: $30 (2 jerseys)

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