New programme for soccer players
LINKSFIELD - A new and exciting soccer coaching programme has been introduced to South Africa in the form of Youth to PRO Soccer developed by David Thorpe and Alan Brainin.
The programme will run from Huddle Park Recreation Centre, Club Street, Linksfield and Sandton Sports Club, George Lea Park and Holt Street, Parkmore, Sandton.
Youth to PRO Soccer is for players that are serious about their football and to go all the way to the top. It focuses on sessions that replicate modern games with speed, agility, technique and confidence. The programme is for 6 years old to 16 years old.
David believes that after experiencing coaching throughout the world and working for professional football clubs, the best way a child can learn and develop is by educating them through pressure-free training in an optimal setting that is conducive to the child and the outcomes that are required at any specific age within the programme.
“A full soccer curriculum will be completed this year from age 6 years to 18 years. This will be the blueprint going forward for the Youth to PRO Soccer programme and it will be duplicated at various venues throughout the country,” he said.
The sessions will be delivered as an add-on to the child’s school or club soccer coaching. Different days and times will be offered that suit the children’s schedule. Part of the programme that has been developed includes concrete testing, analysis and feedback for the child. “This is so they can be included in the monitoring and progress of their individual skills and techniques and see for themselves the benefits of participating in the programme.”
Details: 084 444 2297; www.runninrebels.co.za
