Winter Clinics Schedule
Soccer Academy is delghted to announce our Winter Clinic Schedule for 2018-19. All clinics will take place at The nZone, 14550 Lee Road, Chantilly, VA 20151.
Sign up early to ensure your spot as space is limited! Some clinics already full!
Technical Training for Players Ages 7-9 - $265
Starts Saturday January 5th – 11.00 - noon
This 8-week program will place a strong emphasis on individual technical development. Consistent with the ‘US Soccer Mission’, the ultimate goal is to not only improve individual skill, but also build confident and creative young players. Each activity will involve a multitude of touches on the ball, and also provide an environment in which players will be challenged to make optimal decisions in the name of ball retention. The combination of a positive environment and challenging practices will generate internal motivation and effective learning.
Advanced Technical Training for Travel Players Only – Ages 7-13 - $265
Starts Saturday January 5th – 11.00 - noon
This 8-week program will place a strong emphasis on individual technical development. Consistent with the ‘US Soccer Mission’, the ultimate goal is to not only improve individual skill, but also build confident and creative young players. Each activity will involve a multitude of touches on the ball, and also provide an environment in which players will be challenged to make optimal decisions in the name of ball retention. The combination of a positive environment and challenging practices will generate internal motivation and effective learning.
This clinic is for Travel Players only. If you are not sure if this clinic is suitable for your player please contact our office soccer@soccer-academy.com or 703-393-7961
Goalkeeping Winter Clinic - $265 – Ages 11-14 Clinic Full
Starts Saturday January 5th – 10.00am-11.00am
Goalkeeping is a unique position in the game of soccer and requires specialized training to develop the goalkeeping skills, self confidence and toughness to be the team’s last line of defense and first point of attack.To be effective in the position, goalkeepers need to be well trained technically and tactically to integrate into the team’s defense. The goalkeeper is the leader and communicator.The design of Soccer Academy’s goalkeeper training will develop goalkeepers to be decision makers. The program is designed to be progressive based upon the age, ability and experience of the individual goalkeeper.
The goalkeeping clinic will be led by Dave Edwards.
This 8-week clinic is for Goalkeepers ages 11-14. Space is limited so sign up early to avoid disappointment!
Shooting and Finishing - $265 – Ages 11-14 Clinic Full
Starts Saturday January 5th – 10.00am-11.00am
The Shooting and Finishing Clinic is a unique program that focuses on one of the most exciting aspects of the game: creating chances and the art of finishing. This is not just for forwards; it is for any player on the field who wants to improve their attacking skills.
Small group sessions are set up to challenge individuals in repetitive game situations where attacking players need to excel: long distance shooting, combination play, 1 v 1’s, turning and shooting in the box, crossing and finishing, chipping and lobbing, volleys, attacking heading, playing with your back to goal, and striker movement among many.
As the clinic progresses, topics turn to individual and small group tactical environments that front players face.
This 8-week clinic is for players ages 11-14. Space is limited so sign up early to avoid disappointment!
High School Prep Clinic – High School - $195
Starts Thursday January 3rd – 8.00-9.00pm
Soccer Academy is please to announce it will be again conducting the very popular High School prep sessions at nZone starting in Jan 3rd. The 6 seasons are lead by 6 different High School coaches from around NOVA. This gives players a very unique insight into what HS coaches are looking for at tryouts and the various sessions that they run.
The series of clinics will include advanced technical work, high level small groups tactical concepts and a variety of fitness activities that players can take a way and work at on their own.
Space is limited at the sessions, sign up now to ensure your place.