The AFU Junior Academy Program is for
U6 - U14 Boys and Girls who are Recreational players
and is led by Rec Director Craig Peter.
The Junior Academy Program is for registered Recreational Players that want additional training. The program provides an introduction to our Academy Program where players will receive professional training from our Academy and Select coaches. We focus on Skill, Technique, Balance, Coordination and Fun in Small Sided Games.
Staff:
AFU Academy and Select Coaches
Dates: Check back for Fall session dates and times
Price:
$149 for each cycle (6 sessions) & includes T-shirt
Where:
George Pierce Park
55 Buford Highway
Suwanee, GA 30024
This is a supplemental program available for recreational players who are looking for additional training.
This is not a replacement for our recreational program.
- Designed for 6 - 13-year-old recreational players desiring additional quality training
- Challenging training sessions are a key ingredient to the personal development of the player
- Prepares players for the AFU Academy and Select programs (available for players ages 7+).
- Purpose of the program is to provide a solid foundation for players who love the game to build upon.
- Opportunity for additional training from licensed Academy and Select coaches at AFU.
- Fun activities are designed to maximize comfort with the ball and vision of the field.
- Each training activity will help players improve technically (skills), tactically (decision-making), physically (fitness) and psychologically (mental toughness).
Session Progression
This is what a typical session looks like.
- Warm-up
- Technical Activities (dribbling, passing and shooting)
- Small-sided Games
- Scrimmages
What to Bring
Your player should come with the following:
- Soccer Ball
- Shin Guards
- Soccer Cleats
- Plenty of Water
- Sunscreen