5-7 Years (Kickoff)
Bentleigh United Cobras FC offers Kick-off Programs for boys and girls from Under 5 to Under 7 Years.
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The focus of the Kick-off program is to introduce boys & girls to football (soccer).
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Our Kick-off program is run on Saturdays by instructors qualified by the Football Federation of Australia (FFA).
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Sessions consist of fun energy packed activities focused on building skills & confidence with the football.
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Members of our Kick-off program receive an Aldi Kick-off pack and are invited to participate in club events including end of season celebration.
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Families are encouraged to come along and try a session to meet our coaches and see if your child likes it before signing up online.
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Please see below our Kick-off calendar for upcoming sessions.
BENTLEIGH UNITED COBRAS FC
Cobras Academy
Bentleigh United Cobras FC has been running focused skills development programs for our higher-performing players over the past 3 years.
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The program has contributed to the development of many State Representative and NPL level players as well as several successful championship teams.
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Our goal is to achieve maximum technical skills development for junior players through a simple but effective program of skills-focused small-sided activities.
The key areas of focus will be technique, skills (ie technique under pressure), first touch, playing out, awareness, vision, and decision making.
We create an environment that enables players to constantly challenge themselves to improve both physically and mentally.
Qualified coaches will emphasise the development of ball control, and individual skills to beat an opponent, through improved footwork, passing, shielding, dribbling, and shooting.
Players will be encouraged to take risks and test their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. Importantly, the Academy program will be guided by the principles of the FFA Football Curriculum.
Cobras Academy Groups are not team-based but instead consist of similar age-based small groups of talented players.
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Participation in the Cobras Academy is based upon a selection process.
The next Trial Date is January 2022
Selection Criteria
Cobras Academy and Development squads are selected based on
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Skill level of the player
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Availability of spots in the team
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Player attitude
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The following elements are taken into consideration when places are offered for teams in community & social squads:
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Returning Players
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Player skill level & attitude (behavior, team spirit)
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Players with siblings at the club.
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Contribution by parents as a coach, team manager , coordinator etc.
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Contribution by parents on the Club Committee
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Contribution by parents as Sponsors
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