Fall Weekday and Weekend Soccer Programs throughout the DMV.
Set up an account at https://www.ultracamp.com/createNewAccount.aspx?idCamp=157&campcode=&lang=en-Us
Now enrolling the following age groups and programs:
PETITE TOTS SOCCER (age 2 by the first day of class) - The Petite Tots program is designed for players age 2 to build on their growing sense of independence. Petite Tots is a parent-participation program. We ask a parent or caregiver to enthusiastically join in to direct your child (come dressed to play) and ideally the players advance in following the coach’s directions without parent assistance. The program uses fun activities and games with clearly defined objectives to help players improve their motor skills, self-confidence and social skills. 30 minutes $200 for 8 weeks
MINI TOTS (age 3 by first day of class) - The Mini Tots program for players age 3 includes games that focus on dribbling and shooting, as well improving agility, balance and coordination. Our Beginner Mini Tots classes for players age 3 introduce the real game gradually through a wide range of imaginative games to keep children entertained and engaged. As the program progresses to the Advanced Mini Tots for players age 3.5-4.5, coaches begin to introduce more advanced games which will challenge players both physically and mentally. 35 minutes, $200 for 8 weeks
TINY TOTS (age 4 by the first day of class) - The Tiny Tots Program is the golden age of tots. In Beginner Tiny Tots classes for children age 4, players will perform skills which are directly applicable to the real game such as changes of direction, shooting, dribbling, speed and agility. The Tiny Tots program features more tag games and teamwork-centered games. As players move on to the Advanced Tiny Tots phase, the class includes increased scrimmage time as players begin to show a love of the real game. 40 minutes, $200 for 8 weeks
The Brit-Am Soccer Player Development League with practices and match days
Players have 3 options:
1. Register for Match Day only.
2. Register for a weeknight practice & a weekend Match Day.
3. Register with a privately organized group as a team & play as that team in the weekend Match Day.
What & Who is the Match Day Experience for?
DRIBBLERS (Age 4 and 8 months-5) Spring only
KICKERS (Grades K & 1st)
BALLERS (Grades 2nd & 3rd)
Player Development League Match Day (Spring + Fall ONLY)
The playing environment is created with an emphasis on each player’s progression and enjoyment with the main focus being to learn how to play the game and not the final score. Results from these matches are not posted and scores are not tracked. The matches are against groups and teams from other local schools in the player’s area. The teams are coordinated and organized by school, gender, and grade, and each team is guaranteed 6 games per season (Fall/Spring).
Brit-Am Coaches referee the match ups and use active in-game coaching to guide & teach the players the rules of the ‘real game’. Technical training (skills) will be taught during practices but not during the Match Day experience. Our goal is to create an environment that is fun, educational, and challenging while also preparing players for Classic or Travel League action as they grow.
Match Day Format: Our PDL Dribblers, Kickers & Ballers program offers soccer education at its best in a positive, fun environment where players improve their skill during continuous play. The 4 v 4 format (no goalies) or 5 v 5 (with goalies) accelerates the development of attacking and defending concepts by encouraging dribbling, turning, stealing the ball and scoring goals along with a basic introduction to goalkeeping. This format provides a simple picture for players to learn the game and allows for players to gain experience through realistic, game-like situations. Our professional staff takes the necessary steps to ensure each game fits the players’ needs, ultimately leading to better game intelligence and understanding.
Player Development League Kickers (K-1st) or Ballers (2nd & 3rd Grade)
The PDL Program is an excellent way to continue building on the skills acquired during our Tots program. Our PDL coaching staff provide players with an environment that is both fun and competitive, allowing them to advance their game in a focused setting, where we implement a proven, age-appropriate curriculum that will focus on improving the following skills during our PRACTICE DAY SESSIONS. (Meet once a week during the evening)
Dribbling
First touch and ball control
Foot and eye coordination
Ball manipulation
1v1 skills
Turns and change of direction moves
Trickery
Fitness, balance, and agility
These sessions are run by our most in-demand professional coaches, who are licensed, experienced across multiple age groups and have acquired an understanding of not only the game, but of teaching and developing players. Our staff takes great pride in the effort to build and foster a foundation of skills, confidence and passion for the game.
GOALKEEPER CLINIC (Grades 4-8)
Day - Sundays
Dates -September 8-October 13 (6 weeks)
Time - 5-6 pm
Location - Stratton Park, Bethesda, 9225 Harrogate Road
Cost - $210
Keepers will cover topics ranging from but not limited to stance, footwork, basic shot stopping and handling, diving, distribution and passbacks, 1 v 1's and positioning. All keepers will be shown exercises they can do on their own and will receive a personalized player evaluation at the end of the clinic or camp.
Footwork Balance & Positioning
Shot StoppingDealing with Crosses
Diving for saves, deflections and levels
Kicking and distribution
Decision making and communications
BRIT-AM STRIKER CLINIC
Day - Sundays
Dates - September 8-October 13 (6 weeks)
Time - 5-6 pm
Location - Stratton Park, Bethesda, 9225 Harrogate Road
Cost - $180
Striker Clinic is a great way for players to develop the tools necessary for playing in the attacking third. Our staff of professional and licensed coaches will provide the players an opportunity to develop their shooting, finishing, 1 v 1 and 2 v 2 moves, first touch and passing. The skills learned in this clinic will translate to all positions on the field and give players more confidence as they further their development.
Over the course of this session, players will explore the many ways to create and finish scoring opportunities by developing their skills, athleticism, creativity and understanding of attacking.
