MISSION

To inspire a lifelong love for soccer in our youngest players by providing a fun, safe, and developmentally-appropriate environment that nurtures foundational skills, confidence, and joy through the game.

 

PURPOSE

First Touch Soccer Academy is designed specifically for our youngest soccer enthusiasts, catering to U4, U5, and U6 players born in 2022, 2021, 2020. This program emphasizes age-appropriate, developmentally-focused training grounded in a well-structured curriculum. Our mission is to foster a love for the game while building foundational skills in a fun and engaging environment.

 

GOALS

1. Engage Young Players

Create an enjoyable first experience with soccer that motivates children to stay active and involved in the sport.

2. Develop Fundamental Skills

Introduce age-appropriate soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, coordination, and movement in a playful, pressure-free setting.

3. Promote Social and Emotional Growth

Encourage teamwork, listening, cooperation, and following instructions as part of early group play and learning.

4. Support Coaches and Families

Equip coaches and parents with tools and guidance to reinforce positive development both on and off the field.

 

What Your Child Will Learn in First Touch Soccer Academy

At First Touch, our goal is to help your child fall in love with soccer while building confidence, coordination, and social skills in a fun and supportive environment. Here's what your child will be learning:

Soccer Skills

• Dribbling: Learning how to move the ball using their feet — just like the pros!
• Ball Control: Stopping, turning, and keeping the ball close while they play.
• Passing (Introductory): Beginning to understand how to share the ball with teammates.
• Shooting: Aiming and kicking the ball toward the goal with excitement and purpose.
• Playing in Small Games: Simple teamwork, spacing, and learning how to work together in fun 3v3 and 4v4 scrimmages.

Physical Development

• Balance and Coordination: Activities that help your child improve how they move, jump, and run.
• Agility and Speed: Fun games that build quickness and movement with and without the ball.
• Body Awareness: Helping your child feel confident in how they move and interact with the ball.

Social & Life Skills

• Listening and Following Directions: Learning to focus and follow simple instructions from their coaches.
• Teamwork: Playing together, sharing the ball, and learning how to support teammates.
• Confidence and Independence: Encouraging your child to try new things and participate on their own.
• Problem Solving: Making decisions like when to dribble or pass in a playful way.

 

SEASONS

 

• Fall Season (September to November)
• Winter Season (January & February)
• Spring Season (March to June)
• Summer Season (June & July)

 

Program Details

Each First Touch Soccer Academy session is thoughtfully designed to be one hour in duration, balancing structured learning with free play in a fun, engaging environment.

 

Session Outline

 

• Group Warm-Up (20–30 minutes):

All players participate together in large-group activities designed to build comfort, social interaction, and trust with coaches and peers. Activities focus on movement, coordination, and basic ball familiarity in a playful setting.

• Skill Development (20 minutes):

Players are split into smaller groups to focus on 1v1 and 2v2 activities. These sessions emphasize dribbling, attacking, defending, and learning how to navigate small-space situations with confidence.

• Small-Sided Games (10–20 minutes):

Sessions conclude with 3v3 or 4v4 gameplay to allow players to apply their skills in game-like scenarios. These mini-games promote decision-making, teamwork, and spatial awareness.

U4 & U5 Options

• One-Day Options (choose one of the following):

- Monday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Wednesday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Saturday morning session (9:30am to 10:30am)

• Two-Day Options (choose two of the following):

- Monday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Wednesday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Saturday session (9:30am to 10:30am)

U6 Options

• One-Day Option

- Monday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Wednesday session (5pm to 6pm)

• Two-Day Options

- Monday session (5pm to 6pm)

- Wednesday session (5pm to 6pm)

For U6s, both one-day and two-day options include Saturday Game Days, which will consist of the following:

• Warm-Up (5–10 minutes):

A fun, active warm-up gets players energized and ready to play.

• 3v3 and 4v4 Scrimmages (4 Quarters):

Players participate in four quarters of small-sided scrimmages. These games emphasize enjoyment, creativity, and learning through play in a supportive and spirited environment.

COST

Fall 2025

 

One Day:

• Early Bird Registration: Now – June 30th  , Fee: $150.00
• Regular Registration: July 1st – July 31st , Fee: $175.00
• Late Registration: August 1st – until teams are full, Fee: $200.00

Two Day

• Early Bird Registration: Now – June 30th  , Fee: $225.00
• Regular Registration: July 1st – July 31st , Fee: $275.00
• Late Registration: August 1st – until teams are full, Fee: $300.00

 

 

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