Winter Academy Programming
This Winter, VanU is pleased to be offering the following Academy programs:
- Monday Development Academy (players born 2012 - 2017)
- Monday Shooting & Finishing Academy (players born 2007 - 2012)
- Monday Goalkeeper Academy (players born 2007-2017)
- Wednesday Development Academy (players born 2012 - 2017)
- Wednesday Goalkeeper Academy (players born 2012 - 2016)
- Friday Shooting & Finishing Academy (players born 2010 - 2017)
- Friday Goalkeeper Academy (players born 2010-2017)
Monday Development Academy
This program is an integration of the best parts of our old Technical Skills Academy and Small Sided Games Academy, and we have built a curriculum that will allow players to experience both of those items throughout their Development Academy sessions.
Players will take part in a general warmup, move into their groups, and go through three activities during their time with us. One activity will focus on a technical aspect of the game; Passing, Ball Control, Dribbling, etc, one activity will help players develop their coordination and footwork, and the final activity will be a themed Small Sided game.
Groups may vary from week to week as the staff try to ensure players are challenged enough, but ultimately these groups are always dependent on optimal sizes which is determined by attendance.
*Players are expected to wear blue socks, blue shorts, and the Academy VanU Jersey. An email will be sent to all those who register on how to purchase the jersey if you do not already own one.*
| Name | Day | Field | Time | Age Group | Dates | Fee |
| Monday Night Development Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 5pm - 6pm | 2014 - 2017 born Girls 2016 & 2017 born Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $158 |
| Monday Night Development Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 6pm - 7pm | 2013 born Girls 2012 - 2015 born Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $158 |
Wednesday Development Academy
Our Wednesday Development Academy will continue to take place at Memorial South Turf.
This program is an integration of the best parts of our old Technical Skills Academy and Small Sided Games Academy, and we have built a curriculum that will allow players to experience both of those items throughout their Development Academy sessions.
Players will take part in a general warm, move into their groups and go through 3 activities during their time with us. One activity will focus on a technical aspect of the game; Passing, Ball Control, Dribbling, etc, one activity will help players develop their coordination, and footwork and the final activity will be a themed Small Sided game.
Groups may vary from week to week as the staff try to ensure players are challenged enough but ultimately these groups are always dependent on optimal sizes and attendance determines that.
*Players are expected to wear blue socks, blue shorts, and the Academy VanU Jersey. An email will be sent to all those who register on how to purchase the jersey if you do not already own one.*
Name | Day | Field | Time | Age Group | Dates | Fee |
| Wednesday Night Development Academy | Wednesday | Memorial South Turf | 6pm - 7pm | 2012-2017 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 15, 22, 29 Feb. 5, 12, 19 | $158 |
VanU Shooting & Finishing Academy
This program is designed to ensure players taking part get a maximum amount of repetitions in and around the goal. The curriculum will be a variety of finishing activities and game-like scenarios where they can fine tune their goal scoring skills. Training groups are fluid and players will be grouped with like minded players to maximize their experience within the program.
*Players are expected to wear blue socks, blue shorts, and the Academy VanU Jersey. An email will be sent to all those who register on how to purchase the jersey if you do not already own one.*
| Name | Day | Field | Time | Age Group | Dates | Fee |
| Striker Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 7pm - 8:15pm | 2007-2012 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $198 |
| Striker Academy | Friday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 5pm-6:15pm | 2014-2017 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 21, 28 | $198 |
| Striker Academy | Friday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 6:15pm - 7:30pm | 2010 - 2013 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 21, 28 | $198 |
VanU Goalkeeper Academy
This program is designed for trained or aspiring goalkeepers who are looking for GK-based skill acquisition through high repetition, game-realistic situations, and dynamic problem solving. The curriculum will involve all fundamental GK skills including (but not limited to) footwork, handling, diving, high balls/crosses, 1v1s, reaction saves, distribution, and general shot-stopping techniques. The program will involve consistent training groups where individual coaches can track each players progress and give in-depth feedback pertaining to their long-term development.
*Players are expected to wear blue socks, blue shorts, and the Academy VanU Jersey. An email will be sent to all those who register on how to purchase the jersey if you do not already own one.*
| Name | Day | Field | Time | Age Group | Dates | Fee |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 5pm - 6pm | 2014-2017 born Girls 2016 & 2018 born Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $198 |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 6pm - 7pm | 2013 born Girls 2013 - 2015 born Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $198 |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Monday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 7pm - 8pm | 2007-2012 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10, 24 | $198 |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Wednesday | Memorial South Turf | 6pm - 7pm | 2012-2016 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 15, 22, 29 Feb. 5, 12, 19 | $158 |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Friday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 5pm - 6:15pm | 2014 - 2017 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 21, 28 | $198 |
| Goalkeeper Academy | Friday | UBC Ken Woods Field | 6:15pm - 7:30pm | 2010 - 2013 born Girls and Boys | Jan. 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 21, 28 | $198 |
Spaces are limited!