Our Technical Centre program is for players between the ages of 7 - 16 who want to improve their individual technique.
At Unique FA we believe that in order to produce technically excellent players each technical aspect of the game needs to be taught in a systematic and comprehensive way. We also believe that a key to success on the pitch is paying attention to technical detail, and this is what our Technical Centre Program is designed to do.
The Syllabus
The syllabus used in our Technical Centres incorporates a number of themes/topics into sessions throughout the year. When taken together development in each of these areas is essential if a player is to develop the technical proficiency needed to be effective in the game.
The technical topics covered in the syllabus include:
| Theme/Topic |
|---|
| Turning |
| Dribbling |
| Beating a Player |
| Running with the Ball |
| Receiving Skills |
| Spatial Awareness |
| Range of Pass |
| Finishing |
Inside a Session
A typical session at one of our Technical Centres will include the following components:
- Ball Mastery (5 mins)
- Technical Theme (25 mins)
- 1v1/2v2 (15 mins)
- Themed Small Sided Games (15 mins)
Fast Track Development
In order to accelerate skill acquisition many of the practises in our technical sessions are unopposed. This allows players the time and space to become comfortable both on and off the ball. Opposed practises and limited pressure drills are also incorporated into sessions to simulate game-like scenarios.
The sessions are thoroughly enjoyable and challenging for players and are designed to give players the technical foundations needed to become increasingly effective in game scenarios.
Inside a Session
A typical session at one of our Technical Centres will include the following components:
- Ball Mastery (5 mins)
- Technical Theme (25 mins)
- 1v1/2v2 (15 mins)
- Themed Small Sided Games (15 mins)
Girls Only Sessions
At Unique FA we also run Girls Only sessions on Monday evenings at our Beckenham Technical Centre.
