Rec Futsal Winter Clinics
Loudoun Soccer is proud to offer its inaugural Winter Rec Futsal Clinics, Friday nights in January and February at The Campus in Sterling.
About Futsal
Futsal is an indoor version of soccer that develops a player’s skill on the ball in tight spaces, speed of play, and is tons of fun. Futsal comes from the Spanish term "fútbol sala" or "fútbol de salón." The term is commonly translated as “indoor football.” Futsal is played on a hard surface which creates a very fast-moving game. This is a great way for players to develop their technical skills and tactical awareness in tight spaces.
“When I was a young boy in Argentina, I played futsal in the streets and in a club. It was great fun and made me the player I am today.” – Lionel Messi
Benefits of Futsal:
- Grows game intelligence – develops quicker reflexes, faster thinking, and more accurate passing
- Improves 1v1 technical skills & creativity – emphasizes ball control and technical skill in tighter spaces
- Enhances overall balance, agility, coordination, ball mastery, passing, receiving, etc. – which all translate to outdoor soccer
- Maximizes player enjoyment in small-sided, competitive, & fun environment with experienced trainers
Rec Futsal Program Overview:
- Once per week program on Fridays for 8 weeks
- One hour sessions per week
- Each session consists of instruction on futsal-related techniques and tactics, followed by futsal scrimmages
- All sessions led by professional coaches
- Small-group training (max of 16 players per group) to ensure individual attention
- Official futsal courts at The Campus
Futsal Director:
The program is led by Chris Pruden, Loudoun Soccer Futsal Director
Chris Pruden | Futsal DirectorTravel Coach & Futsal Director - USSF A License
- USYS National Youth License
- USC Director of Coaching Diploma
- USC Advanced Regional Diploma
- USC Futsal Level 1 Diploma
- Former VYSA ODP Staff
- Former Head Boys High School Coach
- Former College and USL Player
- Current LCPS Health & PE Teacher
- M.S. Special Education & Teaching
- B.S. Business Administration (Finance) |
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Location:
The clinics will be hosted by The Campus, located in Sterling, VA. The complex is a 58,000 square-foot indoor facility with 3 full courts for basketball/futsal, 4 courts for volleyball, a 3-lane sprint track, 2 100′ x 70' turf fields, and a state-of-the-art strength training area. The Campus is located at 100 Powers Court, Sterling, VA 20166.
Schedule:
Program dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21
Boys:
Grades 3-4: 6-7 PM
Grades 5-6: 7-8 PM
Grades 7-8: 7-8 PM
Girls:
Grades 3-4: 6-7 PM
Grades 5-6: 6-7 PM
Grades 7-8: 7-8 PM
What to Wear/Bring:
Players are expected to wear/bring the following items:
- Indoor shoes (gym shoes, indoor soccer shoes, etc.) – no turf shoes or cleats permitted
- Shin guards
- Athletic clothing
- Water
- Official Loudoun Soccer futsal t-shirt (distributed during the first session)
Registration:
Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Each session is capped at a maximum of 16 participants, so individuals interested in participating should enroll as early as possible.
The program is intended for children playing in the Recreational level (Rec, Challenge, Classic, etc.), and not for Travel soccer players.
Program cost: $195 (includes Loudoun Soccer Futsal training t-shirt)
Registration Deadline: Friday, December 6, 2019
To register, log-in to your Blue Sombrero user account, find the Rec Winter Futsal option under available programs for your child, and complete the steps.
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Questions:
Contact Chris Pruden, Loudoun Soccer Futsal Director, at [email protected].