For Boys and Girls Ages 6-11
REDS 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 Reds 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 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
FALL 2023 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
DATES
Saturdays
September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14
(Make-up date 10/21)
TIMES
2017-2015: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2014-2013: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION
Woodland Elementary
6465 Livernois Rd
Troy
COST
$110 (includes LFC shirt)
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Registration open through Friday, August 25.
- No refunds after Thursday, August 10.
- Late registration is $130 (after August 25).
WINTER 1 2023 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
DATES
Saturdays
November 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16
TIMES
2016-2017 Birth Year: 10:00AM-11:00AM
2013-2015 Birth Year: 11:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$110 includes LFC shirt
$90 w/o LFC Shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- If you’ve previously purchased an RJA shirt, you do not need to purchase another shirt.
- No refunds after November 1. No pro-rated fees if you join after November 11.
WINTER 2 2024 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
DATES
Saturdays
January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3
TIMES
2016-2017 Birth Year: 10:00AM-11:00AM
2013-2015 Birth Year: 11:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$110 includes LFC shirt
$90 w/o LFC Shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- If you’ve previously purchased an RJA shirt, you do not need to purchase another shirt.
- No refunds after December 26. No pro-rated fees if you join after January 6.
WINTER 3 2024 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
DATES
Saturdays
February 17, March 2, 9, 16, 23
TIMES
2016-2017 Birth Year: 10:00AM-11:00AM
2013-2015 Birth Year: 11:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION
UWM Sports Complex Field 1
867 South Blvd E
Pontiac
COST
$110 includes LFC shirt
$90 w/o LFC Shirt
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- If you’ve previously purchased an RJA shirt, you do not need to purchase another shirt.
- No refunds after February 7. No pro-rated fees if you join after February 17.
SPRING 2024 SESSION
For boys & girls born in 2018 (advanced), 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
DATES
TRAINING:
Thursdays, April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16
(Make-Up Training: May 30)
GAMES:
Saturdays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18
(Make-Up Game Day: June 1)
TIMES
TRAINING:
2018-2016 Birth Year: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
2015-2013 Birth Year: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
GAMES:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION
Woodland Elementary School
6464 Livernois Rd
Troy, MI 48098
COST
$185 includes LFC shirt
$165 w/o LFC Shirt (already have shirt)
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Participants are required to purchase and wear an RJA shirt.
- If you’ve previously purchased an RJA shirt, you do not need to purchase another shirt.
- No refunds after April 1. No pro-rated fees if you join after April 11.
RJA OPEN TRAINING / INTRO TO TRAVEL
For boys & girls born in 2018-2013
This event has passed. Please email Jenna Taylor or Simon Omekanda (email at top of page) for more information on travel soccer.
Wondering “What’s next for my child?” or “How can we do more soccer?” We invite you and your child to attend our RJA Open Training/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 Reds Junior Academy/Mini Reds Director Jenna Taylor.
Saturday February 3, 2024
12:00PM-1:00PM
UWM Sports Complex, 867 South Blvd E., Pontiac – Field 1
We welcome children birth years 2018-2013. You do not have to be part of our RJA program to participate.
Please register to attend.
SPRING 2018 TEAMS
For boys & girls born in 2018
Introducing U7 teams for boys and girls born in 2018 this Spring. Why join a U7 Spring Team? There are several advantages:
- 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: April 1-June 2
- Training: Tuesdays from 5:45-7:00PM at UWM Sports Complex
- Games: 8-10 league games; half at home (near UWM) and half away (within 30 mins of UWM)
- Coaches: Eliott Tarney (boys) and Kat O’Shea (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”
Saturday, January 27
11:00AM (following first RJA session)
UWM Sports Complex Field 1, 867 S Blvd E, Pontiac
This registration is now closed. Please contact Jenna Taylor or Simon Omekanda (email at top of page) for more information on 2018 teams.
Looking for soccer programming for ages 4-5? Check out our Mini Reds program.
“Reds 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.”