Lesson 1: Getting Comfortable on the Ball
The first step is making sure every player feels at home with the ball. We’ll keep it fun but focused:
• Simple dribbling patterns with both feet.
• Passing and receiving in pairs.
• Fun small-sided games to get everyone moving and excited.
• Light fitness: balance, coordination, and agility challenges.
Lessons 11+: Playing Like a Pro
Now players start to train and think like professionals:
• Position-specific focus — midfielders controlling tempo, defenders leading the line, forwards creating chances.
• Game fitness — high-intensity drills that feel like real match play.
• Match awareness — teaching kids how to “read” the game and adapt quickly.
• Advanced technical skills — weak foot passing, controlling difficult balls, aerial play.
• Full scrimmages — applying everything in competitive matches with feedback.
• Professional habits — teamwork, discipline, recovery, and confidence-building.
Lessons 4–10: Developing Game IQ
This stage bridges basic skills into real match awareness:
• 1v1 attacking & defending — how to beat an opponent or win the ball back.
• Passing vision — spotting through balls, switching sides, timing runs.
• Finishing under pressure — shooting on the move, volleys, and using both feet.
• Defensive discipline — staying in position, pressing together, tracking back.
• Tactical awareness — learning when to push forward and when to protect the ball.
• Set pieces — practicing corners, free kicks, and organized restarts.
Lessons 2–3: Building Strong Foundations
Now that the ball feels familiar, we work on sharpening the basics every pro relies on:
• First touch & control — cushioning the ball and setting up the next move.
• Quick passing — one-twos, wall passes, and learning to move right after you pass.
• Agility work — ladders, cones, and sprints for sharp footwork.
• 3v3 games — small games force smart decisions and teach teamwork early.