The Pre-Travel Academy (PTA) serves as a bridge program between recreational soccer and travel soccer. This program ultimately serves to prepare players for entry into the travel program at U9, and the new name helps parents more easily identify the program's purpose along the club's pathway in player development. 

The Pre-Travel Academy is specially designed for players born in 2017, 2016 and 2015) players who are more serious about soccer, excel on their teams and need a more competitive and challenging environment to develop as young athletes. PTA is designed to provide a competitive atmosphere while furnishing the players with positive experiences to nurture their self-esteem, confidence and passion for the game.

Professional trainers will apply age-appropriate training curriculum focused primarily on developing foot skills and introducing simple tactical concepts to offer the highest development program for U7-U8 players. 

• To improve players technical skills (dribbling, 1v1s, passing, receiving, and finishing)
• To make smarter soccer players (THINKERS) by working on their perception and decision-making depending on game situations (on/off the ball)
• To improve motor skills and sport-specific fitness (coordination, balance, and agility)
• To develop passion and love for the sport of soccer
• To prepare players for the transition to travel soccer at U9