LUFC Pre Academy
Program Details:
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8-week season
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One weekly training
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Location - Harrisburg Athletic Complex
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Team training for 30 mins, 3v3 and 5v5 scrimmages for 30 min
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Fall and Spring season offered
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Program fee is $100 per season
Come Join the Fun!
Starting First Week of March 2025
Our Pre Academy program is designed to ignite a love for the game in our youngest players, ages 4 to 7. This foundational program blends fun, creativity, and skill-building, focusing on fundamental motor skills, social interaction, and an introduction to soccer basics. With an age-appropriate curriculum, we aim to foster confidence and joy both on and off the field. We look forward to supporting your child's first steps in their soccer journey and creating memorable experiences for your family.
This program is not a replacement for Recreational Soccer, we encourage players to continue on their rec team while getting developmental training.
Curriculum
Pre Academy Training Curriculum for players ages four to seven, structured to ensure fun, engagement, and foundational skill development:
Week 1-3 Motor Skill Development
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Warm-up (5-10 min): Fun games like "Red Light, Green Light" to improve listening and quick reactions.
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Activity 1 (15 min): Obstacle course with cones and hurdles for balance and agility.
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Activity 2 (15 min): Dribbling around cones using small steps. Encourage using both feet.
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Scrimage with stop and teach.
Week 4-6 Ball Familiarity and Basic Techniques
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Warm-up (5-10 min): "Freeze Tag" with soccer balls players dribble and avoid being tagged.
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Activity 1 (15 min): Basic ball touches: toe taps, tick-tocks (side-to-side taps).
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Activity 2 (15 min): Passing practice in pairs roll the ball and gently kick back.
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Scrimage with stop and teach.
Week 7-8 Small-Sided Games and Teamwork
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Warm-up (5-10 min): "Sharks and Minnows" players dribble while trying to avoid the 'shark.'
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Activity 1 (15 min): 1v1 dribbling and defending practice focus on protecting the ball.
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Activity 2 (15 min): Small-sided games (3v3) with no goalkeepers to encourage creativity.
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Cool-down (5 min): Group discussion on teamwork and sportsmanship.