Academy programs have emerged as an alternative to the frustrating shortfalls in soccer development displayed by many pre-teens. This void is heavily influenced by coaching quality, consistency and the pressures to win at critical periods in the development process. The Flight Academy is where we bring together players that show the same mentality, love and desire to learn the game of soccer and create a competitive environment for them to develop and flourish in, yet without the pressure of win/loss records. The program is ideal preparation for Competitive Soccer if that is the route that players wish to pursue, with a high percentage of players progressing into our competitive system after 10U. Players who register for this program are divided into teams within their age group to maintain a balanced level of talent to encourage players to help each other achieve their potential.

Flight Academy Aim

• Focus 75% with the ball, in possession.
  
• Focus 25% out of possession, defending principles & techniques/understanding.
  
• Fun, learning and progressive environment (developmental).
  
• Appropriate age and skill level development, individually and small groups.
• Understanding of unit & team play principles in 7v7, with introduction to 9v9 in year-2.
  
• Competitive games program to increase the validity of the learning environment
  
• Increased player led learning in the team environment.
• 50% equal playing time across each season (Fall and Spring)

Find out more by viewing our FAQs for the Flight Academy Program.