Why would I join?
Have you seen our philosophy (http://www.proformanceglobal.com/soccer-academy/academy-philosophy/)? Our commitment to the young people in our programme is total. We live and breathe what we preach, this beautiful game.
Can I still play for my grassroots club/school/district team?
Yes. You can continue in any other programme/club/training you are part of.
Why do we pay?
Unfortunately we don’t currently have any investment, we want to implement our ideas, so we want control of the programme. Having said this we hope over time to introduce sponsors or partners which will enable us to decrease costs.
Why is there a year round monthly fee?
After serious consideration we decided to take on this model. We feel it is a good way to balance out the payments across a 12 month period. We also have changed our model of the way we pay our coaches. Our coaches are now paid year round, this gives them a consistent income, and we believe will enable us to attract new coaches with the right experience.
Why do we have to buy a kit?
We have made the purchase of players training kit compulsory. We feel it gives the players pride and extra value in what they are part of. We are extremely proud of ProFormance and we want the players to feel that pride when they pull on the shirt!
My child is out of your 6-16 age range, can I join?
At the moment (September 2016) we are focusing on these age groups. During the 2016/17 season we will be launching a pre-academy for younger players and also introducing U18 squads.
How many matches will my child play?
We believe in technical training as a priority. Players are gettin many opportunities at grassroots clubs and in school football to player some matches and put into practice this technical training.
Players may be selected to play in squads and may be playing matches as play of the Elite squads. We firmly believe that the tactical element is important at that stage of the players development.
How do I get picked for the Elite squads?
Every player at ProFormance Soccer Academy is montiored for this and we will not hold a player back, there is no reason to do that.
We have made the Elite squad, do we need to train at the ProFormance Soccer Academy local to us?
YES. It is an absolute condition of the programme that if you are in the Elite squad you train with your local ProFormance Soccer Academy.
The sessions between the Elite squad and the ProFormance Soccer Academy are linked. All players need to work on their technical foundation which takes place at their local centre. The Elite squad will bring tactical insight to the technial detail.
Will my kid get signed?
The is certainly no garauntee. If someone tells you there is in any programme, they are not telling you the truth. Having been in recrtuiment meetings at the very top of the game, we know, many factors contribute to that final, sign, retain or release decision. It’s not right for all players, it doesn’t always fit family life and we know some players join us without wanting to be an pro. We have also seen some players make it later in their career. It clicks for different players at different times. What we do have are pathways, links, and relationships with pro clubs to make it happen, when and where it is the right thing to do.
Any further questions, please email academy@proformanceglobal.com