Academy Programs

Academy Programs

U8-U10 Girls and Boys (7v7)

Our U8–U10 Program is where passion for the game begins to grow. Designed for young players who are eager to develop their skills in a fun, positive, and challenging environment, this stage focuses on building a strong technical foundation while fostering confidence, creativity, and a love for soccer.

Playing in the 7v7 format provides more touches on the ball, increased involvement in the game, and more opportunities to make decisions in realistic game situations.


Players continue to develop their dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, and defending while being introduced to teamwork, positioning, and basic tactical concepts in an age-appropriate setting. Smaller-sided games are widely used at these ages because they maximize player involvement and support long-term development.

Our licensed coaching staff creates an engaging learning environment where players are encouraged to play with confidence, take risks, and learn from every experience. Success is measured not only by results, but by each player's growth, effort, sportsmanship, and enjoyment of the game.


Program Highlights:

  • 7v7 competitive match format
  • Professional, age-appropriate coaching
  • Emphasis on technical development and ball mastery
  • Introduction to tactical awareness and team play
  • Positive, player-centered learning environment
  • Focus on confidence, creativity, and sportsmanship
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At Aiken Futbol Club, we believe these years are critical in developing both skilled soccer players and a lifelong love for the game. Our goal is to provide every player with the tools, encouragement, and opportunities they need to continue growing on and off the field.

U12

U11-U12 Girls and Boys (9v9)

The U11–U12 Program marks an exciting stage in a player's development as they transition into the 9v9 game. At this age, players continue to refine their technical skills while gaining a deeper understanding of tactics, decision-making, and the principles of team play. The increased field size and number of players create new challenges that encourage greater awareness, communication, and game intelligence.


Our training sessions are designed to balance individual player development with team concepts. Players build confidence in possession, improve their passing and receiving under pressure, develop attacking and defending principles, and learn to recognize and solve problems within the game. Coaches encourage creativity while helping players understand positional responsibilities and the importance of working together as a team.

The 9v9 format provides the ideal bridge between small-sided soccer and the full 11v11 game, allowing players to develop at an appropriate pace while continuing to receive meaningful touches on the ball and opportunities to make decisions.


Program Highlights:

  • 9v9 competitive match format
  • Professional, age-appropriate coaching
  • Continued emphasis on technical excellence
  • Development of tactical awareness and game intelligence
  • Introduction to positional roles and team shape
  • Competitive environment focused on long-term player development
  • Positive culture that promotes confidence, resilience, and sportsmanship
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At Aiken Futbol Club, our U11–U12 program prepares players for the next stage of their soccer journey by challenging them to think, compete, and grow while maintaining a passion for the game. Our focus remains on developing complete players who are confident on the ball, understand the game, and enjoy every opportunity to learn and improve.