Spokane Soccer Club's (SSC's) Youth Development Academy is a perfect blend of club training and recreational soccer.  It offers the highest level training in a fun positive atmosphere. 

As with any other recreational program there are no try-outs.   Where possible the SpVJSA and SSC Registrar will place players on teams using the associations player placement policy.

Unlike any other Recreational programs, SSC's Youth Development Academy teams will have access to Spokane Soccer Club's training staff and includes goalkeeper training.  For those players that wish for more, we provide them additional training opportunities over and above normal league play.

Recreational soccer through Spokane Soccer Club is an opportunity for players to take the next step to competitive soccer.

The age of players eligible to register for the Youth Development Program - U11 born August 1, 2000 and later - U10 born August 1, 2001 and later.

Play ups are welcome.

Purpose of Program:

• To provide players and coaches the opportunity to get club level training in a fun, positive environment at a low cost
• Spokane Soccer Club is dedicated to develop and continually grow the talent and enthusiasm for youth soccer 
• Educate players, coaches and parents about youth soccer 
• Provide age appropriate training to the players and coaches involved

Participants:

• Any U10/U11 (and playups!) player wishing to continue to develop their soccer skills in a fun, positive atmosphere

How to Register:

• Fill out and turn in the SpVJSA registration form, check the box for "Spokane Soccer Club/Elite Club-Rec"
• Registration begins May 1st
• Registration forms will be available online at www.spvjsa.org

• Where will the games be played? -- All league games will be played at schools in the Spokane Valley or at Plantes Ferry Soccer Complex. If SpVJSA elects to merge leagues with the City, there may be games played outside the Spokane Valley area. 

• Where will practices be? -- The Youth Development program will include both club training and team practices. Weekly Club training will be at Plantes Ferry Soccer Complex and team practices will be determined by the coach.
   
• Who will the Youth Development Academy teams be playing? -- YDA teams will be playing in the SpVJSA Recreational League against SpVJSA recreational teams and the recreational teams of the other clubs.

• What is the season Duration? -- Typical season is eight games in the Fall and six games in the Spring.

• Are there tournaments outside of the season? -- Yes, this may be a possibility based upon what the team and coach would like to do.

Coaches:

• A current U9 coach may bring his entire team to the program and continue to coach the team
• If a coach wishes to pass the team on to the club, SSC will provide the team with a staff coach
• Coach must have at least an "E" license coaching certificate or the ability to attain one within one year. SSC will help with this process
• SSC will work with the coach on developing an age appropriate training program
• SSC will offer continued education for all coaches

Training Staff:

• All training will be under the guidance of SSC Youth Development Director Jason Bellefeuille, certified with a USSF National 'B' license 
• Weekly Club training during the season at Plantes Ferry Soccer Complex
• Weekly goalkeeper training
• Access to Spokane Soccer Club Professional staff
• Coaches education training conducted by a certified USSF National 'A' license
• Learning age appropriate development and training
• Development of character and sportsmanship on and off the field
• Ability for SSC Training Staff to watch games and provide feedback to the coach and players

There are two main costs associated with this program: Team Cost and Club Cost.

Team Cost:

• $90 - is the association fee that covers field usage, referrees, secondary insurance, risk management checks etc. This fee covers both Fall and Spring season. 
• Tournaments can cost about $25-$35 per tournament per player. Not every teams does tournaments. It is up to the team for the number of tournaments they would like to participate in. Most recreational teams do one tournament a year.
• Indoor and Futsal are during the winter and are completely optional. These costs can vary based upon what facility and league the team wants to play in.

Club Cost:

• $95 - is the club cost. This grants access to the Spokane Soccer Club staff. Once a week training during season with a qualified and certified SSC staff member. This includes Goalkeeper training during the season. Also covers the cost for the rental of Plantes Ferry for training. A training curriculum for each team based upon the needs of each individual team. The learning of age appropriate development and goals. This fee also includes two jerseys, a pair of socks, with all printing.  

Cost Analysis:

• Each player will be paying roughly less than $3 an hour to play and participate! One of the most cost effective, affordable, highest level of coaching and training staff, life learning, team building, competitive, and FUN way for a child to play a sport!

Questions:

• Is there any hidden cost for this program? -- SSC’s YDA program fees cover league and club training. The only extra costs are from optional activities such as indoor soccer, futsal, off season academy training and tournaments.

• Is there any type of financial assistance available? -- Soccerships are available on a limited basis, based upon qualifying need. 

• For any additional questions please contact Spokane Soccer Club’s Youth Development Director Jason Bellefeuille jason@spokanesoccerclub.com