Micro Recreational Soccer ((4-16 yrs))

The Blitzz Micro Soccer program uses methods developed and endorsed by the United States Soccer Federation. This special program has been shown to help children to not only learn the game of soccer but to help them develop as individuals. The prime feature of Micro Soccer is the concept of small sided games.

The benefits of Small Sided games are:

• Each player touches the ball more often
• More ball touches create more opportunities for success
• More ball touches facilitate faster skill development
• Small size teams creates better player to coach ratio
• Games and practices develop player confidence, creativity and decision making
• More involvement + more touches = MORE FUN!

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Academy Developmental (U9 through U11)

Registration now open for Spring Academy 2012

The Academy Developmental Program helps children ages U9 through U11 shift from recreational to more competitive play, with an emphasis on teaching players fundamental individual skills. The goal of this program is to provide a high level of coaching, focus on individual techniques, and minimize the cost of traveling. While most games will be held in Bozeman, teams still travel to games and tournaments approximately once a month.

The largest problem with youth soccer players from Montana is they lack the basic techniques needed to play the game. As a result, soccer teams from Montana rely on pure athleticism to win games and the soccer on display is as exciting as watching paint dry! The reason why Montana soccer is behind the rest of the country is simple: we are more focused on winning at the youngest age groups than learning how to play the game. While competition and winning are important, there is a difference between the two. The Academy emphasizes the individual technical skills required to be a good soccer player. Results from the past 3 years of Academy training have significantly elevated our level of play.

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Competitive (12 - 19 yrs)

Team Indoor practice and tryout schedule is posted under "Announcements" on the next page

The Blitzz competitive soccer program is for kids who want a more challenging soccer experience than the recreational program. Approximately 250 Bozeman area players participate in the Blitzz competitive program each year. Over 3000 kids participate statewide. Competitive teams travel to other Montana communities and nearby states to compete against like-minded clubs. The spring season runs from March to June and culminates with state championship tournaments.

The number of kids who continue to play soccer in college and beyond reflects the success of the Blitzz competitive program. The club also boasts the several state champions in Montana over the past few years.

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Indoor Futsal (9-19 yrs)

Winter Indoor Futsal is Full!  Registration now closed 12/15/2011

Futsal is an indoor version of soccer played on a hard surface. Teams have five or six players depending on the size of the space. Futsal is also played with a smaller ball with less bounce than a regulation soccer ball. The rules create an emphasis on improvisation, creativity and technique, as well as ball control and passing in small spaces.

Blitzz runs both a fall program (Nov-Dec) and a winter program (Jan-Feb). For 2011-2012, both programs will be pickup style with teams created on site. The programs are open to kids U9-U18 age that have at least one season of Academy or Competitive experience.

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Specialized Training (All Ages)

Blitzz's Strength and Conditioning Coach, Abbey Keene, is offering new training services pertaining to Summer Conditioning.

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iSoccer (All Ages)

iSoccer, the Leader of the National Standards Project, is an online training platform that motivates players of all ages and abilities to improve their technical skills. A revolutionary program, iSoccer uses standardized testing, web technology, and competitive learning to drive positive, objective results.

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Summer Camps (See Program Overview)

Every summer Bozeman Blitzz FC brings top-flight soccer camps to town for every level of player. These camps provide excellent coaching to enhance soccer skill development in a fun and challenging atmosphere.

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