Our core values

Knowledge Empowerment Through Education
We believe that knowledge is the foundation of success. By equipping players, coaches, and leaders with the right tools and training, we empower them to reach their full potential and create stronger soccer communities.
Commitment Commitment to Excellence
Excellence is achieved through dedication and consistency. We strive to help players master their skills, guide clubs in building effective programs, and assist municipalities in fostering impactful soccer initiatives that set the standard for success.
Community Community-Centered Growth
Soccer thrives when it brings people together. We prioritize collaboration with clubs, schools, and municipalities to create inclusive, supportive environments that cultivate teamwork, sportsmanship, and love for the game.
Learning Simplified Soccer Learning
We believe in making soccer education straightforward and accessible. Whether for players learning new skills, clubs improving their programs, or municipalities starting soccer initiatives, our focus is on clear, practical solutions that make a lasting impact.

GCS Academy Programs

Soccer Coaches
GCS Academy is dedicated to helping soccer clubs thrive by offering specialized programs for coaches, club leaders, and players. Through Coaches Training, we provide professional workshops covering essential topics like practice structure, skill development, player motivation, and in-game management.
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Club Leaders
For Soccer Club Leaders, we offer training that enhances team management, communication, branding, and community engagement. We also conduct Coaches Assessments to evaluate and improve coaching effectiveness, alongside Club Identification Support to help clubs establish a unique identity aligned with their mission and values.
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HS Players
Our Preseason Camps focus on physical conditioning, skill-building, and team bonding to ensure players are ready for the demands of the season, while Offseason Camps keep athletes engaged and improving during downtime.
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GCS Academy’s Classroom Sessions provide in-depth learning on tactics, strategy, and game intelligence, helping players sharpen their decision-making and understanding of the game.
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Soccer Coaches
we offer tailored training to enhance their readiness and effectiveness. Our Game Day Readiness training covers lineup decisions, game management strategies, and in-game adjustments. Technical Readiness workshops focus on teaching fundamental and advanced soccer skills, while Practice Readiness sessions assist coaches in designing balanced practice plans that promote skill development, conditioning, and tactical learning.
Our Video Review Sessions analyze player and team performance using real-game footage, providing actionable insights to refine strategies and improve outcomes.
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Park and Rec
GCS Academy partners with municipalities to bring the joy of soccer to young players through engaging recreational programs. Our Park and Rec Coaches Training equips recreational coaches with essential skills to lead effective and fun sessions. These training sessions focus on basic coaching techniques, age-appropriate drills, and creating a positive, encouraging environment where young athletes can thrive. By working together, we aim to introduce soccer fundamentals to players in community settings while fostering a lifelong love for the game.
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Classes

March 27, 2020 at 5:30 AM

GCS Academy asks you to Stay Home and Stay SAFE!

GCS Academy Summer Camps

Our philosophy is learning through play as we offer a stimulating environment for children. Our program offers a variety of camps during the summer. The camps are offered in your neighborhood park.

You can pick either you want a full or half day session .
You can decide to have a camp just for your neighborhood kids.
You can decide to have a camp just for your family.
Park and Rec
No camp around you? Pick the place , and we do the rest.

GCS Academy News

The best of the Valley

Join us on Saturday night for the best of the Valley : $35 per team This is a coed 3V3 every Saturday from 7 until the best of the Valley is designed for the week. On the court at any time at least one girl. Age group: 13 and above.

U6 and U8 practice-play sessions

Join us Saturday Morning for U6 and U8 practice-play sessions : $20 per session or $150 for the entire program   This is a train and play for the U6 and U8 players. This will be a practice play format. Each team will get a 45 minutes practice play: 3 10 minutes with some breaks. […]

GCS Maracana

Join us for Friday night : GCS Maracana $30 per night per team   Friday Night Maracanã is a 4V4 game for U10-U11-U12 players. Teams will have a 6 players roster and if you don’t have a team contact us and we will put you in a team. Each team will have 2 games 15 […]

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FAQ

Yes! We offer open enrollment, so that you can join anytime and have your class fees prorated. This means that you pay only for the remaining class and not the full session fee.

Participants should wear comfortable clothes and indoor soccer shoes (no cleats) or plain tennis shoes. Shinguards are needed for Micro Classes and Micro Advanced classes. Lil’ Kicker uniforms are sometimes offered promotionally or are available for purchase. Outfitting your child in Lil’ Kickers garb is a fun way to make your child feel part of a team.  Kids naturally appreciate looking like older uniformed kids and role models.  Plus a uniform gives kids a sense of belonging because they look like others on the team.

Hoppers is a class for beginning 3 and 4 year olds that helps develop individual skills. Jackrabbits is an intermediate class between the Hoppers classes for total beginners and Micro classes for school age kids who have had previous experience.  In Jackrabbits, children play more one-ball oriented games to help them transition from individual skills to team skills. Some small-sided, non-competitive scrimmages are also introduced in Jackrabbits.

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