Foundations
Where every Alpha player starts. High-rep technical work, coordination, and small-sided games that build a clean first touch and a love for the ball.
What we focus on
Foundations is built around how kids actually learn — short coaching points, constant touches, and games every session. Players leave each week more comfortable on the ball, more confident competing, and more excited to come back.
- • 75-minute sessions, twice weekly
- • Small-sided scrimmages every session (3v3, 4v4)
- • Both-feet, weak-foot emphasis from day one
- • Character, effort, and respect coached on equal footing with skill
- Ages
- 9–10 (U9–U10)
- Sessions
- 2× per week, 75 min
- Group size
- 10–14 players
- Skill level
- All levels welcome
Weekly schedule
Mon
Ball Mastery
Footwork, turns, weak foot
Tue
Rest / Optional Open Field
Wed
Passing & Receiving
First touch under light pressure
Thu
Rest
Sat
Small-Sided Games
3v3 & 4v4 tournament format
Sample only — exact day-of-week varies by season and venue availability.
Skill milestones
Over a season, every Foundations player works through these four pillars. Coaches track progress and share simple, parent-friendly notes each block.
Technical
- • Clean first touch
- • Inside / outside / sole dribble
- • 5-yard accurate pass
- • Basic shooting form
Tactical
- • Find space off the ball
- • 1v1 attacking decisions
- • Basic defending stance
- • Switching the field idea
Physical
- • Coordination ladders
- • Change of direction
- • Balance & landing
- • Endurance through play
Character
- • Listen the first time
- • Compete with respect
- • Teammate first
- • Effort = identity
Investment
Monthly
$185 / mo
Twice-weekly training
Full season
$1,650
10 months, save vs. monthly
Season runs September through June with shorter breaks for school holidays. Try a free intro session before committing — just ask.
Sibling, multi-program, and need-based discounts available — ask us.
Who leads this program
Caleb Addo
Coach Director & Founder
David Haas
Operations Director & Coach
Common questions
My child has never played before — is this the right place?
Yes. Foundations is designed for first-time players and club players alike. Coaches scale challenges to each player.
Do they need their own ball?
Yes — a size 4 ball. We can recommend one if you're unsure.
What if we miss a session?
Make-ups are available across other Foundations groups within the same month.
Indoor or outdoor?
Outdoor turf September–November and April–June. Indoor December–March.