MLS Camps U12 Development Program

Last Updated: Thursday, September 13, 2007

8-Week Overview

This 8 week overview shows the skills that will be worked on during the season:

If there is a rain day, contact an MLS Camps Trainer who will inform you of changes that can be made to the program.

MLS Camps goals for the U12 program:

• Players will progress both technically + tactically through out the program.

• Coaches will learn new coaching techniques to help them develop their players more effectively

• Players will have an environment to develop their soccer skills to the best of their ability

• Players will have a sound knowledge of 8v8 positions

• Principles of the game will be introduced

Methodology:

• Provide an 8-week training program for all U12 coaches.

• All U12 coaches will be provided with a "Principles of Soccer" booklet which will assist them in developing their players.

• MLS Camps trainers will attend all U12 practices at least 2 times through out the season to assist volunteer coaches.

• MLS Camps trainers will implement the development program and evaluate every session.  Providing a written evaluation on how the coach should progress the following sessions.

• MLS Camps trainers will provide age specific coaching clinics.

• MLS Camps trainers will provide specialized skills sessions.

Session Structure:

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