Program Overview

The YDC Program is designed as a beginning instructional class for 7-9 year olds who want to learn how to play soccer. 

The Program is a mix of technical skill development and small-sided games and scrimmages to help children learn and grow.  Players will get a lot of touches on the ball, work with teammates, and develop a better understanding to the finer points and rules of the game.  All of this is accomplished in a very positive and fun environment.

FALL 2010
Evening Hours at Huston Field, Bowie

Date	September 8 - October 27, 2010
Day	Every Wednesday for 8 consecutive weeks
Time	5:30 - 7:00 pm
Location	Huston Field, Allen Pond Complex, Mitchellville/Bowie
Fee	$140

REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED USING THE
ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM

 
WINTER 2011
Evening Hours at Skatezone, Crofton

Date	January 5 - Febraury 16, 2011
Day	Wednesday's 8 consecutive weeks
Time	4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location	Skatezone, Crofton
Fee	$140

1.  How does the U8 Team Program differ from the Youth Development Clinic?

The U8 team program is a more intensive program where players practice 2 times per week and play in a league on the weekends.  This is designed more for players who have been playing soccer for 1-2 years and want to play more than just once per week.  Players from this program will tryout for the rising U9 travel team the following year.

The Youth Development Clinic is a 1 night per week skills clinic.  This is designed more for the beginning player at a recreational level.
 

2.  Do players have to tryout to make the U8 Team Program?

No.  All players can partipate in the U8 Team Program.  As a parent you need to ask yourself:  Does my child enjoy and want to play soccer more than 1 night a week?  Does my child want to play in competitve games on the weekend?  Is my child eager to learn and develop more skills?  If you answered yes, then the U8 team program is the correct choice for your child.  If no, then you need to consider participating in the Youth Development Clinic first.