For Boys and Girls Ages 6-11
LFC Michigan’s JUNIOR ACADEMY is a NEW LEVEL Training & Skill Development program. The primary goal of this program is to prepare players for the next level of competition in a fun, nurturing and high-level soccer environment.
It is designed for 6-11 year old players who are looking to improve their fundamental technical skill set prior to playing travel soccer. Our Junior Academy players will train with our professional coaching staff to improve their skills and technical ability. All of our staff have a pure love for the game and will pass on their knowledge as a player and experience as a coach to better develop your child.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Sessions filled with technical activities, athletic development, and small-sided play
- LFC International Academy trained coaching staff
- LFC International Academy curriculum sessions
Equipment Needed
For each class, please have the following:
- LFC t-shirt (available for purchase with registration)
- Sport shorts (soccer shorts, gym shorts, etc.)
- Soccer socks
- Shin guards
- Soccer cleats/turfs/indoor shoes
- Water bottle
- Soccer ball (marked with your name)
Jenna Taylor
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Simon Omekanda
ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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FALL 2024 SESSION
Fall programming dates will be available Monday, July 29, 2024. Sign up for the mailing list to get your spot today!
For boys & girls born in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
DATES
Saturdays
September 14, 21, 28
October 5, 12, 19
Plus October 26 Play Date! NEW FORMAT!
TIMES
2018-2017: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2016-2014: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION
North Hills Middle School
Main Football / Soccer Field
3456 Lahser Rd
Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
COST
$125 w/LFC shirt
$105 w/o shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- No refunds after Sunday, September 8.
- If you register after Saturday, September 14, we will not pro-rate Fall 2024 session fee.
WINTER 1 2024 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
DATES
Saturdays
November 9, 16, December 7, 14, 21
TIMES
2018-2017: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2016-2014: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex – Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$125 w/LFC shirt
$105 w/o shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- No refunds after Sunday, November 3.
- If you register after Saturday, November 9, we will not pro-rate the session fee.
WINTER 2 2025 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
DATES
Saturdays
January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8
TIMES
2018-2017: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2016-2014: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
CHANGES FOR FEBRUARY 1 ONLY:
2017-2018: UWM Field 2 from 5:45 – 6:45PM
2014-2016: Bloomfield Hills Tennis from 6:00-7:00PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex – Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$125 w/LFC shirt
$105 w/o shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- No refunds after Sunday, January 5.
- If you register after Saturday, January 11, we will not pro-rate the session fee.
WINTER 3 2025 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
DATES
Saturdays
February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22
TIMES
2018-2017: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2016-2014: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex – Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$125 w/LFC shirt
$105 w/o shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- No refunds after Sunday, February 16.
- If you register after Saturday, February 22, we will not pro-rate the session fee.
SPRING 2025 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
DATES
Saturdays
April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17
Plus May 31 – NEW FORMAT — Play Date!
TIMES
2017-2019: 10:00AM-11:00AM
2014-2016: 11:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION
South Hills Middle School
4200 Quarton Rd, Bloomfield Twp
COST
$125 w/LFC shirt
$105 w/o shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- No refunds after Sunday, April 6.
- If you register after Saturday, April 12, we will not pro-rate the session fee.
INTRO TO TRAVEL SESSIONS
Wondering “What’s next for my child?” or “How can we do more soccer?” We invite you and your child to attend our RJA Intro to Travel.
While children train with our coaching staff, there will be an informational session for parents covering our travel programming and what LFC IA Michigan has to offer your child.
Hosted by our U6-U10 Technical Director/Assistant Director Simon Omekanda and Junior Academy/Minis Director Jenna Taylor.
Saturday, November 2, 2024
10:00AM-11:15AM
North Hills Middle School, 3456 Lahser Rd, Bloomfield Twp
We welcome children birth years 2019-2014. You do not have to be part of our RJA program to participate.
If you would like to register to attend this event, please contact: Jenna Taylor / Program Director / taylor.lfcmi@gmail.com
BOYS & GIRLS SPRING TEAMS FOR 2019s
For boys & girls born in 2019
join a U7 Spring Team
- Early exposure to Travel soccer
- Singular coach/voice
- Be part of a team
- Longer sessions/games against other travel clubs
- Instruction from Liverpool FC Curriculum
U7 SPRING TEAM OVERVIEW
- Season: March 31-June 2
- Training: Day and Time TBD at UWM Sports Complex
- Games: 8-10 league games; half at home (near UWM) and half away (within 30 mins of UWM)
- Coaches: Justin Kane (boys) and Jenna Taylor (girls)
- League: MSDSL (Michigan State Development Soccer League)
- Cost: $400 (kit not included, approximately $80)
MEET THE COACHES
Meet the coaches at our “Meet & Greet”
Thursday, February 27
7:00PM – 8:10PM
UWM Sports Complex Field 2, 867 S Blvd E, Pontiac
Please register at the “Intro to Travel” registration below.
“The Junior Academy created the opportunity for my son to discover his potential and become more confident in his play. He also learned valuable lessons in being part of a team that places value on being strong together.”
