Soccer Assist Academy: Elite AcademyExperience for Students of the Game

From U12's to U16's, we provide boys and girls a safe, challenging, and fun environment for all players to flourish. Our sessions are centered around developing each individual using the 4 corner model; technical, tactical, physiological, physical and social.

We aim to develop players of the future who are creative, technically confident and capable of expressing themselves without fear.

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What’s included with development sessions?

Technical & Tactical

Ball mastery
1v1’s
Possession
Positioning
Creating space
Group play

Psychological

Decision making
Gaining confidence
Learning new skills
Awareness
Rules of the game

Physical

Movement on/off the ball
Coordination
Balance
Power
Speed
Endurance
Recovery

Social

Teamwork
Encouraging others
Communication
Making new friends
Behaviour
Enjoyment
Given responsibilities
Self esteem

Development Session Information

From a social standpoint, participants will meet new people, build new friendships and share the overall training experience.

The Soccer Assist Academy development programme is a hub for developing talent from all levels and backgrounds. The aim of the programme is to stretch each individual and develop the core skills and foundations required to become a modern day footballer.

Each programme runs for 5-8 weeks in line with the school term and within each half-term we arrange development fixtures or tournaments to implement the practices being taught in game situations.

Joining a development programme should be seen as an extension to training with your club team as between the ages of 11-16 this is where a large part of your technical foundations will be built. We encourage players of all ability levels and diverse backgrounds to come together to create a vibrant learning environment with a high level of intensity.

There will also be new topics added periodically throughout the year

The various topics we cover during the development program.

This topic is all about allowing the player to express themselves. The modern day footballer is confident in tight spaces, good in 1v1 situations and has bravery to try things. This class will include activities that encourage ball manipulation, improving your first touch and working on ways to beat your opponent.

The demands of a modern day football match requires you to change direction, speed and be agile. This class will include practices that will focus on improving your footwork, coordination and explosiveness, so you are able to meet the demands of a game.

Understanding the appropriate technique to use in the situation is important. In this class players will discover how to strike the ball using various parts of their foot, the different types of shots and how to choose the appropriate technique for the situation.

You often hear the word “Transition” and in modern day football this means the ability to do both, attack & defend. This class is designed to cover speed of play in the key moments of a transition, so players understand what to do in overload/underload situations.

Testimonials

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Great experience for my son! He had a lot of fun and fitted in well with the others even though he didn't know anyone. The coaches were very friendly and made the parents and participants all comfortable. I'm glad we attended, and can’t wait to attend again!
Louise GardinerParent

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The team at Soccer Assist is always on hand to provide players and parents with information and demonstrate honesty and transparency. Soccer Assist is a wonderful company who truly has the players' best interests at heart, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it, as a parent and educational professional, to anyone.
Marilla ElliotParent

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An organisation that has been very professional and supportive throughout. The team worked quickly to book my child onto sessions and has always provided me with feedback. Looking forward for my son to progress through the age groups and eventually into their academy.
Margaret AdejiParent

Application Process

How to join the Soccer Assist Development Sessions

Each age group will have a designated session time slot each week that will run throughout the term.

U12 & U13 — Every Monday 5:30PM – 6:30PM

U14 & U15 — Every Friday 5:30PM – 6:30PM

U16 — Every Friday 7:00PM – 8:00PM

1 to 1 session £30 (1 hour)

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The Process

Complete an application form — Fill out your information so we can get back to you with the appropriate programme details.
Confirm programmes(s) — Confirm your place on the chosen programme.
Pay programme fee within 7 days — The invoice for the relevant programme(s) will be emailed to you with the details on how to make payment.
Order Soccer Assist teamwear — We require all of our Academy players to wear Soccer Assist training gear at each session. You look the part, you play the part.
Attend sessions! — Attend the Soccer Assist development sessions and the fun begins!