Academy Program
Focus
The Academy Program is designed for players who want to become stronger soccer players and learn the sport of futsal. Training sessions are focused on strengthening the individual player. Players will develop skills that translate to both sports.
Ages
Our 2025/2026 Academy Program is available to U7-U16 players.
Commitment
The 9-month program is a month-to-month commitment only. Subscriptions may be canceled month-to-month.
Schedule
The Academy Program will run Tuesday and Sunday nights September-May. Players select Tuesdays or Sundays or both nights to train. There are 4 x 60-minute training sessions per month on each night.
Tuesdays @ Mountain Brook Location
U7-U8 | 5:30-6:30pm
U9-U10 | 6:30-7:30pm
U11-U12 | 7:30-8:30pm
Sundays @ Hoover Location
U7-U8 | 4:00-5:00pm
U9-U10 | 4:00-5:00pm or 5:00-6:00pm
U11-U12 | 5:00-6:00pm or 6:00-7:00pm
U13-U16 | 6:00-7:00pm
Dates
Tuesday Nights:
Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
Mar 3, 10, 17, 31
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
Sunday Nights:
Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
Mar 1, 8, 15, 29
Apr 5, 12, 19, 26
May 3, 10, 17, 24
Locations
Hoover Location
Shades Mountain Community Church Gym
2331 Tyler Rd
Hoover, AL 35226
Mountain Brook Location
Hope Community Church Gym
4445 Montevallo Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
Cost
$120/month for 4 sessions. $20/month sibling discount applies.
Player Development Outcomes
The Academy Program curriculum is designed to deliver the following player development outcomes:
High level of skill with the ball with BOTH feet
Can use body to shield the ball
Creates advantages using passes
Creates advantages by dribbling, able to go left or right
Understands basic rotation movements that create space for teammates
Strong 1v1 defender
Understands and can execute team defensive principles
Communicates effectively with teammates, helping team to organize
Competitive mindset
Manages emotions