Interested in Coaching in Rio Rapids?
Youth Academy 2023/24 Season
Join New Mexico’s Premier Youth Soccer Club
Fall Season: Sep 4 – Oct 28
Spring Season: March 11 – May 4
U5 – Kids born in 2019
U6 – Kids born in 2018
U7 – Kids born in 2017
U8 – Kids born in 2016
Fall 2023-Youth Academy Schedule
Boys & Girls Coaching Director Info
Director: Aidan Yeomans
Assistant Director: Victoria Barba
EASTSIDE
Tuesdays & Fridays:
Sep 4 – Oct 28
Arroyo Del Oso Park, Field #4
7001 Osuna Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
4:45pm – 5:30pm U5/U7 (Players born in 2019/2017)
5:45pm – 6:30pm U6/U8 (Players born in 2018/2016)
WESTSIDE
Mondays & Wednesdays
Sep 4 – Oct 28
Ventana Ranch Park
10000 Universe Blvd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87114
4:45pm – 5:30pm U5/U6 (Players born in 2019/2018)
5:45pm – 6:30pm U7/U8(Players born in 2017/2016)
Game Days (All Players Invited)
Saturdays, Arroyo Del Oso Park, Field #1
Arroyo Del Oso Park
7001 Osuna Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
9am-10am (Players born in 2016)
10am-11am (Players born in 2017)
11am-11:50am (Players born in 2018/2019)
Youth Academy U5 – U8
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Professional Coaching Staff
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Three Sessions Per Week
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8 games in Spring, True Academy Format
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Includes Rio Rapids SC Training Shirt
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Need-based Scholarships Available
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ADO/Ventana Ranch Park
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Additional Playing Opportunities, including USYSA Club Pass
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Colorado Rapids Alliance Benefits
Boys & Girls Coaching Director Info
Director: Aidan Yeomans
Assistant Director: Victoria Barba
Club Fee
$325
League Fees
In Registration Cost
Uniforms
None
Youth Academy Referrals & Free Session Coupon
Dear Youth Academy and U9 parents,
We are always looking to increase the number of kids playing youth soccer and we are currently in a position to add players to our younger age groups for this year. One of the best ways we can add players is utilize our current families to help recruit players/families they know from school, church or other sports groups. As an incentive we will give current families a $25 credit for every family they are able to refer to the club (that ultimately registers to play). Families can refer as many new players as they want.
Any questions please feel free to contact Director of Soccer Operations, Chris Brennan, at chris.brennan@riorapids.org
Youth Academy Overview
Rio Rapids SC Youth Academy has built a strong reputation for developing 3-8 year old kids of all ability levels and graduating players to the competitive teams and programs of Rio Rapids SC. The Club aims to promote a healthy environment, which enables each player to fulfill his or her potential both on and off the field. Players, parents, and coaches should feel confident and comfortable that key areas of development—technical, tactical, academic, personal and social—are the primary concern in each and every decision the Club takes.
Youth Academy Structure
Every player can attend any two age-group training sessions each week. The Club will host themed “Game Days” for all players in the U5, U6, U7 and U8 age groups during the Fall and Spring seasons. The Club is also transitioning to a true Academy format for U7s and U8s in which players will compete in 8 games in the Fall and Spring against other players in the academy which is targeted to be developmentally appropriate competition. This will help to maximize each player’s technical, tactical, and social growth, and enjoyment of the game.
Program Elements
- Eastside and Westside Locations
- Parent Education
- Professional Curriculum
- Professional Coaches
- Player Safety and Welfare
- Age and Gender Specific
Boys & Girls Coaching Director Info
Director: Aidan Yeomans
Assistant Director: Victoria Barba
Youth Academy Photo Gallery
