Welcome to Northern Piedmont Sports Club's Winter Futsal Program
Futsal, a variant of soccer, is played indoors on a smaller hard court with a smaller heavier ball. We don’t use cleats, we use indoor shoes, like sneakers.
Teams consist of five players, including the goalkeeper. The reduced space and ball size encourage quicker passes, close control, and rapid decision-making.
Futsal offers numerous benefits for children. Here are some of the key advantages:
- Skill Development: Futsal encourages close ball control, quick passes, and precise dribbling. The smaller playing area forces players to think and act faster, which helps refine their technique and decision-making abilities.
- Improved Ball Handling: With less space to maneuver, children develop better ball-handling skills, including trapping, receiving, and passing. This translates to better performance on the larger soccer field.
- Quick Decision Making: The fast-paced nature of futsal demands rapid decision-making. Players learn to assess situations swiftly and choose the best course of action, which is an invaluable skill in any sport.
- Teamwork and Communication: Futsal emphasizes teamwork, as players must coordinate their movements and communicate effectively to succeed. This fosters a sense of camaraderie and teaches children valuable social skills.
- Increased Confidence: As children develop their skills and see their improvement over time, their confidence grows. They learn to trust their abilities and become more self-assured both on and off the field.
Futsal offers a multitude of benefits for children, ranging from improved technical skills to enhanced fitness and teamwork. It provides a fun and safe environment for young athletes to develop both as players and individuals, making it an excellent choice for their physical and social development.
Sessions in December are held Sunday afternoons will be training sessions. Session in January/February are held on Saturday mornings as games.
Boys and Girls born (2016 - 2012).
Teams will play 5v5 with a max roster of 8 players.
Cost: $150.00
Teams may be coed or gender based depending on registrations.