2019-20 BFC PERFORMANCE ACADEMY

From November to June, the BFC Performance Academy is an optional program for BFC players who want more technical work in addition to their team trainings. Specialized coaching will focus on ball mastery, 2v1 and 3v2 attacking, finishing, goalkeeping, speed, agility, and CrossFit training, among other skill development. Through team trainings and the Performance Academy, BFC players will have the opportunity to play 1-4 times per week during the winter months at Shelburne Field House and UVM, and 2-4 times per week in the spring at UVM.  These offerings have been designed to provide high-quality training opportunities for those players looking for more touches during the winter, while also providing flexibility for players with other commitments during the winter months.  

SPACE IS LIMITED! Guarantee your spot by registering for the multi-session package. Single session reservations are limited in number.

PERFORMANCE ACADEMY PROGRAMS

SESSION 2
​BALL MASTERY FOR U10-U16 GIRLS & BOYS
  • Led by BFC Staff
A celebration of on-ball creativity, P.A. Ball Mastery will build technical proficiency in every player. BFC coaches will organize fast-paced competition to explore effective 2v1 and 3v2 attacking, defending, diagonal passing, and speed of play concepts.
​​Location: UVM Indoor Turf
U10 GIRLS Dates/Times: January 12 (3:30-4:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U10 BOYS Dates/Times:  January 12 (3:30-4:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U12 GIRLS Dates/Times:  January 12 (3:30-4:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U12 BOYS Dates/Times: January 12 (3:30-4:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U14 GIRLS Dates/Times: January 12 (5-6:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U14 BOYS Dates/Times: January 12 (5-6:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U16 GIRLS Dates/Times: January 12 (5-6:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
U16 BOYS Dates/Times: January 12 (5-6:30PM), January 19; February 2, 9, 16 (12-1PM); March 1 (8:30-9:30AM)
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions; $15 for single session
CROSSFIT STRENGTH & ENDURANCE FOR U12-U19 GIRLS & BOYS
  • Led by Angie Krywanczyk ​
CrossFit hour-long sessions will teach BFC athletes how to improve mobility and increase power output. Maximizing the athletes neuroendocrine response, developing power, cross-training with multiple training modalities, and practicing with functional movements will enhance ability for better defensive tackling, stronger ball striking, and advanced cardiovascular endurance. CrossFit will prepare BFC athletes for the physical and mental tasks they will face on the pitch and in real life. 
Location: Mountain Trail CrossFit, 113 Acorn Lane, Colchester, VT 05446
U12 GIRLS Dates/Times:  Mondays & Tuesdays, January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28;  February 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 (7-8PM)
U12 BOYS Dates/Times:  Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30; February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 (7-8PM)
U14 GIRLS Dates/Times:  Mondays & Tuesdays, January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28;  February 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 (7-8PM)
U14 BOYS Dates/Times:  Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30; February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 (7-8PM)
U16 GIRLS Dates/Times:  Wednesdays & Fridays, January 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31; February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 (7-8PM)
U16 BOYS Dates/Times:  Wednesdays & Fridays, January 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31; February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 (7-8PM)
U19 GIRLS Dates/Times:  Wednesdays & Fridays, January 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31; February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 (7-8PM)
U18 BOYS Dates/Times:  Wednesdays & Fridays, January 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31; February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 (7-8PM)
Cost: U12-U14 $120 for 12 sessions, $12 for single session; U16-U19 $144 for 12 sessions, $15 for single session
Minimum/Maximum registrants: 5 min./20 max. per session
***To reserve a spot, click on the link below to notify Angie. Include player name, gender, and date of birth in the email.
SESSION 1
BALL MASTERY FOR U10-HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS & BOYS
  • Led by BFC Staff​
Location: Shelburne Field House, 166 Athletic Dr, Shelburne, VT 05482
U10 GIRLS Dates/Times: November 15, 22; December 6, 13, 20; January 3 (6-7:15PM)
U10 BOYS Dates/Times: November 15, 22; December 6, 13, 20; January 3 (6-7:15PM)
U12 GIRLS Dates/Times: November 12, 19, 26; December 3, 10, 17 (6-7:30PM)
U12 BOYS Dates/Times: November 14, 21; December 5, 12, 19; January 2 (6-7:30PM)
​MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS Dates/Times: November 12, 19, 26; December 3, 10, 17 (6-7:30PM)
​MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS Dates/Times: November 14, 21; December 5, 12, 19; January 2 (6-7:30PM)
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS Dates/Times: November 12, 19, 26; December 3, 10, 17 (6-7:30PM)
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS Dates/Times: November 14, 21; December 5, 12, 19; January 2 (6-7:30PM)
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions; $15 for single session

STRIKER/GOALKEEPER FOR U14-U19 GIRLS & BOYS
  • Led by Brad Agoos & Tom Bacon
​Strikers will work on the art of finishing—improving first touch, taking players on 1v1 and learning a variety of ways to put the ball in the back of the net. While emphasizing tactical decision-making, goalkeepers will focus on footwork, angle play, and elite shot-stopping.
Location: UVM Indoor Turf
Dates/Times: November 24 (12:30-2PM); December 8, 15, 22 (8:30-10AM); January 5 (12:30-2PM)
Cost: $65 for 5 sessions; $15 for single session 
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SPRINTICITY SPEED & MOVEMENT FOR U10-HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS & BOYS
  • Led by Kevin Chu
On average, 2% of a soccer match is spent with the ball at your feet. The other 98% of the time is spent being an athlete. Sprinticity provides a holistic approach to athletic development. Participants will improve their speed, strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. 
Location: UVM Indoor Turf
U10/U12 Date/Time: December 8 (10-11:30AM)
​MIDDLE SCHOOL Dates/Times: December 1, 15, 22; January 5 (2-3:30PM)
HIGH SCHOOL Dates/Times: December 1, 15, 22; January 5 (3:30-5PM)
Cost: $50 for 4 sessions; $15 for single session