2026-2027 Season Programs

Youth Academy Programs

Carolina Velocity offers a complete development pathway for young players ages U8-U10. Whether your child is just discovering the game or ready for advanced training, we have a program designed to grow their skills and love of soccer.

Carolina Velocity Youth Academy training session
U8-U10
Age Groups

Choose Your Path

Three program tracks designed to meet players where they are and take them where they want to go.

Group Training

Small group sessions with 6-10 players grouped by age and ability. The core of our academy experience—personalized coaching in a team environment.

  • 2 weekly practices
  • 5 academy festivals per season
  • Held at Sofive Raleigh
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Team Training

Pre-formed groups train together throughout the season, building chemistry and tactical understanding. Ideal pathway for players ready for competitive soccer.

  • Consistent training group
  • Tactical & positional play
  • Festival participation
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Skills Clinics

Focused, short-format clinics targeting specific skill areas: dribbling, finishing, passing, and 1v1 attacking. Great supplement or stand-alone option.

  • Topic-specific sessions
  • Drop-in friendly format
  • School breaks & summer
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Program Comparison

Find the right fit for your player.

Feature Group Training Team Training Clinics
Age Groups U8, U9, U10 U9, U10 U8, U9, U10
Session Frequency 2x weekly 2x weekly Single sessions
Commitment Full season Full season Per clinic
Festival Play
Skill Focus Well-rounded Tactical depth Targeted topics
Best For New & developing players Competitive-track players Skill polishing

Our Philosophy

Across every program, three principles guide what we do.

Fun First

No scores kept, no league tables. We create environments where players fall in love with the game and want to keep playing.

Development Over Wins

Technical skill, decision-making, and confidence on the ball are what we measure. Results follow when foundations are solid.

Clear Pathway

From U8 fundamentals to U10 tactical play to competitive travel teams, we provide a transparent path forward.

Ready to Join Carolina Velocity?

Enroll your young player in the 2026-2027 Youth Academy season. Spots are limited—register today.