Ball Mastery courses are designed to develop soccer specific skills and techniques that will improve ball control, dribbling speed, coordination, agility, and balance.

Fast Footwork

Teaches feints, moves and basic skills essential in developing confidence and mastery with the ball.  A major focus of the class is the application of Fast Footwork in 1 v 1 situations.

First Touch, Control, and Passing

Instructs players on how to properly control balls on the ground and in the air. The focus here is on receiving the ball with proper technique and positioning. Players will also learn to improve the accuracy, pace and variety in their passing game.

Futsal promotes proper technique and accelerated skill development. Players must learn to control the ball cleanly, dribble rapidly, shield effectively, pass quickly and move into space. Futsal is played on a small field where players are constantly under pressure. This trains players to make quick decisions and improve their speed of play.

Futsal 101

Introduces young players to the basic foot skills, movements, and coordination necessary for future development.

Futsal Footwork

Refines technical and physical aspects of Futsal. Players are given the tools to get out of tight situations by developing their footwork and decision making.

Advanced Futsal Footwork 

Emphasizes technical execution under substantial pressure. Players are taught advanced Futsal concepts and skills and are given the tools to take their game to the next level.

Futsal Tactics

Improves and maintains footwork while also teaching the tactics and game situations that arise in tight space. Players will learn to scan the field quickly and make appropriate decisions.

The Goalkeeper Series is a collection of courses that will provide goalkeepers with the fundamental techniques and understanding of the most specialized position in the sport. The courses will also introduce goalkeepers to more advanced ideas as they progress through each class. Each course has a specific curriculum that will vary with each 6 week session. Players must meet the age requirements and be approved by a Course Instructor prior to advancing to the next level of training.

Goalkeeper 101

Introduces players to the basic techniques of goalkeeping. The focus is on coordination, footwork, handling, and overall understanding of what it takes to be a great shot stopper!

Intermediate Goalkeeper

Focuses on more advanced techniques and tactics associated with the position while also perfecting those they have learned in previous goalkeeper courses.

*Players interested in attending this course must have a minimum of 2 yrs GK training or gain approval from the course instructor.

Advanced Goalkeeper

Receive the instruction needed to improve and maintain their technical skills while, also testing their decision making in high-pressure situations. Some of the themes taught in this class include communication, organization, fitness, and positional awareness. 

The Striker Series is made up of courses designed to provide players with the skills and knowledge necessary to score goals, the most exciting aspect of the game! Courses focus on the technical and tactical elements essential to creating and scoring goals in various scenarios and situations.

Focuses on more complex and challenging scoring scenarios such as finishing off the cross, volleying and runs in the box. Players will be exposed to high level opposition while trying to perfect their finishing techniques.

The Total Training Series is designed to enhance overall performance.  At the youth level, players should not be pigeon-holed into any one position.  This class will focus on all aspects of the game including first touch, dribbling techniques, passing and finishing.  Players will train with certified coaches and be exposed to a well-rounded curriculum developed specifically for youth players.

Dutch Total Training

Covers all aspects of the game including 1st touch, dribbling techniques, passing and finishing.  Technical training will be taught through Coerver Training, a internationally renowned method of training made famous by Wiel Coerver from Holland.

Is your child interested in playing club soccer but you are unsure of where to begin? 

This introductory course will teach players fundamental skills through technical training and competitive games. 

Certified Rough Riders players and coaches will help players develop in the areas of 1v1’s, shooting, and small-sided games. 

Players will have a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses and will be prepared come tryout season.