CLUB PROGRAMS

Fca Stars

FC ATHLETICO Stars Program (Ages 4-5)

Our Stars program is the first step for young boys and girls into the world of soccer. We aim to kindle a passion for the sport while fostering basic motor skills, coordination, and teamwork in a fun, engaging environment.

Junior Program (U7-U8)

As we move to our Junior Program's focus on the young athlete's passion and love for the game while continuing to introduce key fundamental topics to help with general positioning and game understanding.

academy

Our Academy Program is the next progression, which sees teams compete in higher-level tournaments and includes travel on some weekends. Academy teams play most of their games in a friendly and academy format locally.

Classic

Classic Program (U11-U12)

Our Classic program fosters individuality and creativity within the team dynamic, preparing players for more complex game scenarios and physical demands.

Encourages individuality and creativity within the team dynamic. FC ATHLETICO players must play with freedom and the courage to take players on while expressing themselves.

Speed, agility, and transitions between defense and attack become more vital, and a deeper understanding of the game through rondos and small-sided possession games.

Fosters a balanced athletic experience, allowing players to partake in other sports.

FC ATHLETICO follows stage transitions from learning the basics to understanding the game's intricacies, fostering a balance between individual creativity and team strategy.

Classic teams practice thrice weekly for 75 minutes.

A Classic Program caters to players 10-11 years old (U11 – U12 Boys & Girls), with teams primarily playing 9v9 format before progressing into full-sided (11v11) games in the U13-15 Intermediate age groups.

Intermediate

Intermediate Program (U13-U14)

As FC ATHLETICO players transition into our Intermediate Program, we focus on refining technical proficiency while integrating more complex aspects of the game.

At U12, several FC ATHLETICO teams will play up in the spring in the 11v11 format; however, at U13, the game's physical demands become more prevalent.

Maintain technical proficiency while integrating aspects like player fitness, long-distance striking, and tactical discipline.

Continues to develop a possession-based philosophy, set pieces, and mental strength.

Begins to emphasize understanding "results" and adapting to the game's physical demands.

While the games become more physical, FC ATHLETICO players are encouraged to maintain their possession-based style of play.

This stage is crucial in the player development journey at FC ATHLETICO, as it lays the foundation for the competitive aspects of the game and promotes a deeper understanding of the tactical elements.

Intermediate groups practice thrice weekly for 75 minutes.

Senior

Senior Age Group (U16-U19)

Our Senior Age Group is where players are honed into well-rounded soccer players, focusing on player fitness, tactical awareness, and emotional balance.

Focuses on player fitness, mental fortitude, tactical awareness, and emotional balance.

Guides players in making informed decisions regarding their future in soccer, including potential college opportunities.

Promotes an understanding that success in soccer and life comes from consistent hard work, dedication, and personal growth, not entitlement.

At this stage, players are making important decisions about their soccer journey, and we aim to guide them wisely, emphasizing that the real success of a player lies in their dedication, personal growth, and love for the game.

Senior Boys and Girls practice thrice weekly for 75 minutes and will be off for their High School seasons

The Senior Program is the most competitive program for age groups U16-U19.