Rough Riders Training Programs
Soccer Clinics

Designed specifically to improve the technical skills and improve the tactical understanding for players of all ability levels.

For a complete listing of training programs click the read more bottom below.  

Group discounts are available. Eight (8) players or more are considered a team.
 

For additional information please call Shaun Higgins at 516.622.3900 ext. 13.

Ball Mastery Series

Ball Mastery courses aid in developing soccer specific footwork and techniques that will improve ball control, technical speed, coordination, agility, and balance.

Fast Footwork

Teaches feints and basic skills fundamental to developing comfort and mastery with the ball at your feet. A large focus of the class will also be speed and agility training that is imperative for players to reach the highest levels of performance. Click here to register

First Touch, Control, and Passing

Whether on the ground or in the air, a player’s first touch is paramount to their next decision. The focus here is on receiving the ball with proper technique and positioning. Players will also learn to improve the accuracy and variety of their distribution. Click here to register

One vs One

Players will learn attacking and defending in specific 1v1 situations. Individuals will gain the knowledge and confidence to be successful in 1v1 scenarios and begin to define their style of play. Click here to register


Futsal Series

Futsal promotes better technique and develops skills more rapidly. Players must learn to settle the ball rapidly, chop sharply, shield effectively, pass quickly and move into space.
As Futsal is a game played on a small field, players are placed under pressure and develop the techniques necessary to think and play quickly.

Futsal 101

Introduces young players to the basic foot skills and coordination necessary to develop as a player. Click here to register

Futsal Footwork

Players will review basic techniques and learn the specific foot skills associated with the game of Futsal. Without control and technique players cannot expect to succeed in Futsal, or its outdoor counterpart - soccer. Click here to register

Futsal Tactics

Improves and maintains footwork while also teaching the tactics and game situations that arise when space is limited. Players will learn to play quickly in tight spaces, move into space, and build a better overall awareness for the game of soccer. Click here to register


 
Goalkeeper Series

The Goalkeeper Series is a collection of courses that will provide goalkeepers with the fundamental techniques and understanding of the position while also introducing them to more advanced ideas as they progress through each course. Each course has a specific curriculum that will vary with each 8 week session . Players must meet the age requirements and be approved by a Course Instructor prior to advancing to the next level of training.

Goalkeeper 101

Introduces players to the basic techniques of goalkeeping. Focus will be on coordination, footwork, handling, and overall understanding of what it takes to be a great shot stopper! Click here to register

Intermediate Goalkeeper

Goalkeepers will learn more advanced techniques and tactics associated with the position while also perfecting those they have learned in previous goalkeeper courses. Click here to register

*Players interested in attending this course must have a minimum of 2 yrs GK training or gain approval from the course instructor.

Advanced Goalkeeper

Goalkeepers will receive the instruction needed to improve and maintain their technical skills while also beginning to make decisions in high-pressure situations. Themes stressed throughout each class will include communication, organization, fitness, and positional awareness. Click here to register


 
Striker Series
 
The Striker Series includes courses that are designed to provide players with the skills and knowledge necessary to score goals. Courses focus on the technical and tactical elements essential to creating and scoring goals in various scenarios and high-pressure situations.
 
Goal-Scoring 101
 
Teaches the basic technique of shooting. Shooting mechanics will be reviewed in detail and players will be taught various techniques including shooting for power and accuracy, volleying, and one-time finishes off the cross or pass. Click here to register
 
Finishing School
 
Reviews the basic shooting technique while also focusing on positioning in front of goal. Players will be exposed to game-like situations when opponents are introduced and high pressure finishing is in demand. It is suggested that participants attend Goal-Scoring 101 before attending this course. Click here to register
 
Finishing School – Advanced
 
This advanced course will mainly focus on more complex scenarios such as finishing off the cross, volleying and positioning under high pressure. Players will be exposed to high level opposition while trying to perfect their finishing techniques. Click here to register