JUVENTUS PRE-ACADEMY NJ TRAINING STARTS NOW!
Juventus Academy NJ brings professional soccer training to Lakeland Hills Family YMCA for young players ready to build skills, confidence, and a stronger love of the game.
Led by Juventus Academy NJ coaches, Pre-Academy training combines structured player development with a positive, supportive environment where young athletes can achieve new goals, build relationships, and feel part of a team.
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WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM
Juventus Pre-Academy NJ x Lakeland Hills Family YMCA combines professional soccer instruction with a positive, development-focused experience close to home. Players grow in technical skill, confidence, discipline, teamwork, and overall enjoyment of the game. This program is designed to support young athletes at different levels, whether they are learning the fundamentals or looking to strengthen their training in a more structured environment.
WHO IT IS FOR
This program is designed for young players who want quality training in a structured and encouraging environment.
AGES 4–7
Players build foundational skills, coordination, and confidence through age-appropriate instruction.
AGES 8–11
Players continue developing technical ability, game understanding, and stronger habits on the field.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
September 8 – June 9
Families can choose the training schedule that works best for them, with options to train 1, 2, or 3 days per week.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Ages 4–7: 5:00–6:00 PM
Ages 8–11: 6:00–7:00 PM
Saturday
Ages 4–7: 9:30–10:30 AM
Ages 8–11: 10:30–11:30 AM
YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO THE JUVENTUS ACADEMY NJ WEBSITE TO REGISTER FOR JUVENTUS/LAKELAND HILLS Y SOCCER PROGRAM
WHAT PLAYERS WORK ON
Training focuses on the skills young players need to grow in confidence and ability.
- Ball control and first touch
- Footwork and coordination
- Passing and receiving
- Dribbling and finishing
- Movement and positioning
- Game awareness
- Balance, agility, speed, and reaction
- Confidence on the ball
- Teamwork, discipline, and effort
Pre-Academy registration is completed through Juventus Academy NJ.
FLEXIBLE TRAINING OPTIONS
1 DAY PER WEEK
A consistent weekly training option for players building skills and confidence.
2 DAYS PER WEEK
Additional repetition and development for players ready for more training.
3 DAYS PER WEEK
A more intensive training schedule for players looking to accelerate their development.
Players may choose from available weekday and Saturday sessions.
Every registered player also receives a youth or teen Lakeland Hills Family YMCA membership unless already a member, creating even more opportunity for connection, activity, and growth beyond the field.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Every registered player receives:
- Professional Juventus Academy NJ training
- Structured, age-appropriate sessions
- Juventus Academy uniform kit
- Attendance certificate
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Youth or Teen Membership, unless already a member
READY TO GET STARTED?
Choose the soccer experience that fits your family best.
Pre-Academy offers structured training through Juventus Academy NJ.
Summer Soccer Specialty Camp brings that same energy into summer through Lakeland Hills Family YMCA.
MORE THAN SOCCER
BUILD SKILLS. BUILD CONFIDENCE. BUILD CONNECTIONS.
Pre-Academy training is about more than improving footwork.
Players have opportunities to achieve new goals, build confidence, learn teamwork and discipline, and develop relationships with coaches and teammates.
The included Lakeland Hills Family YMCA membership gives players even more ways to stay active, connect, and grow beyond the field.
YMCA MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED
Every registered pre-academy player receives a Youth or Teen Lakeland Hills Family YMCA membership, unless already a member.
Membership gives players access to additional opportunities for fitness, recreation, swimming, community connection, and healthy development.
Build Physical Strength & Endurance with full access to YMCA facilities, helping players improve fitness beyond soccer drills.
Strengthen Mental & Emotional Health through a supportive environment focused on confidence, resilience, and personal growth.
Create Community Connections by joining a space where friendships and mentorships thrive, cultivating a true sense of belonging.
Live the Y’s Mission by participating in a program that supports achievement, relationships, and belonging, key to long-term development.
A Y membership doesn’t just make better soccer players—it builds stronger, more confident, and connected young people.
PRE ACADEMY PLAYER PARTICIPATION OBJECTIVES
Ages 4–11 • September 8 – June 9 • Train 1–3 Days/Week.
Our Pre-Academy Program builds confident, technically strong young athletes. Open to boys and girls ages 4–11, players train multiple times per week with certified professional coaches to develop the physical, technical, and mental skills needed for future Academy play.
What We Focus On
Movement & Athletic Skills
Balance, agility, speed, coordination, clean movement mechanics, and injury-prevention habits.
Aerobic Skills
Age-appropriate conditioning to improve endurance, stamina, and recovery during high-intensity play.
Coordination & Awareness
Eye–foot timing, reaction speed, ball tracking, rhythm, and spatial awareness for sharper control.
Soccer Technical Foundations
Ball mastery, first touch, dribbling, passing, receiving under pressure, finishing, and intro to defensive skills.
Player Expectations
- Arrive focused and ready to learn
- Demonstrate respect, teamwork, and discipline
- Give consistent effort
- Practice fundamentals outside of class
- Show a positive, coachable attitude
