Pre-Travel / Jr. Academy


PHILOSOPHY


The players need to have fun and love the game first and CSA staff have the experience and techniques to get the effort out of each player. Once this is accomplished, confidence starts appearing in each player. Players will be introduced to technical and tactical components of the game in a fun learning environment. U4-U10 boys and girls are welcome. Players will be separated during practice and games according to skill first, gender second, and age lastly to ensure each child is being challenged but at the same time having success. Players move to CSA Travel Academy after Jr. Academy graduation.

VISION: CSA BELIEVES IN THE 3 C'S

Creativity - Players will be encouraged to bring out their creative side with the knowledge they have obtained from practices. This will allow the freedom for each player to experiment new things with the ball.


Confidence - Professional coaches will ensure building the confidence of each player through positive reinforcement and motivational techniques. On the field corrections and discovery questions will ensure the player's success in learning of the game.



Composure - Player's decision making is solely up to them but Professional coaches will educate the player on each alternative option possible.


CURRICULUM

Practices - Players will go through various activities including Speed and Agility, Dribbling, Moves, Passing, Shooting and 1v1 and 2v2.


Games - Players will play 3v3, 4v4, 5v5 small sided games during practice and regular games. Players will learn to play all positions in the 6 weeks. Positions include goalie, defense, midfield and forward. The small sided game concept allows players to maximize their touches on the ball along with physical development.


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Please review time slots per age below


COACHING STAFF

Coach: Player ratio is 1:12
Director of Coaching, Tim Balatsoukas, selects qualified licensed coaches that have playing experience and are specialized in developing players U4-U10. The coaching staff is mentored and trained to motivate, encourage, and cultivate the players to love the game of soccer in a fun environment.


Jr Academy registration is OPEN. Space is limited so register now!


Equipment needed: soccer shoes, shin guards, soccer ball (size 3-4 preferably)


PROGRAM DETAILS

The best fundamental learning program in our area:


  • Offered 7 times per year (Fall I, Fall II, Winter I, Winter II, Spring, Summer I, and Summer II)
  • One time uniform purchase of $80 upon entry into the program (check made out to CSA or cash at first practice)
  • U5-U11 (birth year 2019-2013) (for current 2023-24 season)
  • Coach : player ratio 1:12
  • All professional coaches
  • 6 games per season. No Traveling
  • One practice per week during season
  • One game per week during season
  • Practice opportunities with Premier (travel) teams within age group
  • Possibility to advance to Premier travel teams within age group



NEW 2020-2021 Player + Parent Jr Academy:

As a new branch of the Jr Academy, this program is catered to 2-3 year olds birth year 2020 & 2021 U3-U4. Parents will be asked to enter the field with their child to participate in the activities together. Professional coach will be there to guide everyone. Please click link below and register under birth year 2020-2021. Cost $125/session.


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