Our Programs
At The GOAT Farm Soccer Academy, our programs are designed to support players at every stage of their development — from first touches to competitive team environments.
Each program serves a specific purpose within our player pathway, ensuring that every athlete trains in the right environment for their age, readiness, and goals.
🐐 Little Herd Soccer
Ages 18 months – 6 years
Little Herd Soccer is our early childhood program designed to introduce young players to the game through fun, movement-based sessions.
This program focuses on:
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Fundamental movement and coordination
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Ball familiarity and confidence
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Listening skills and teamwork
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Age-appropriate games and activities
Perfect for children taking their first steps into soccer.
⚽ Junior Academy
Ages 7–8
The Junior Academy is a development-first program for young players ready for more structure while still learning in a fun and supportive environment.
This program emphasizes:
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Technical development and ball control
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Small-group training
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Confidence on the ball
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Preparation for future academy pathways
No tryouts. No pressure. Just development.
Player Development Academy (PDA)
Ages 9–12
The Player Development Academy (PDA) is a training-only program for motivated players who want to improve their technical ability, speed of play, and overall readiness for higher-level environments.
PDA also serves as our primary evaluation and placement pathway for team opportunities, where appropriate.
This program is ideal for players who:
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Want high-quality, focused training
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Are preparing for competitive team environments
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Benefit from structured evaluation and feedback
Team training opportunities are invite-only and based on readiness.
Club Teams (Invite Only)
Competitive Team Play
Club Teams provide a competitive environment for players who have demonstrated the technical ability, commitment, and readiness to train and compete at a higher level.
Placement into Club Teams is invite-only and determined through ongoing evaluation.
Not Sure Where Your Player Fits?
We’re happy to help guide families to the right program.
If you’re unsure which option is best for your child, please contact us at:
academydirector@goatfootballgroup.com