Touch & control
Receiving, turning, using the sole of the foot, and keeping the ball close in crowded spaces.
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Perspective+
Perseverance
WEST SIDE ALLIANCE
SOCCER CLUB
FUTSAL ACADEMY
WSA Futsal Academy · Serve | Challenge | Transform
Small court.
More possibilities.
A different environment. The same development mission. Futsal gives athletes a place to explore their touch, solve problems in tight spaces, and enjoy the game together.
Development through a different game
Skills for the court.
Habits for the field.
Futsal is a small-sided game played on a hard court with a low-bounce ball. Space is limited, teammates are close, and the next decision arrives quickly. WSA uses this setting to practice skills that athletes can bring back to outdoor soccer.
Awareness & decisions
Looking before receiving, finding passing options, and responding as the picture changes.
Creativity & connection
Trying a move, combining with a teammate, and building confidence through engaging small-sided play.
One athlete · One development journey
How futsal fits the annual plan
Development does not need to look the same in every season. Futsal offers an indoor training option during the winter transition, while keeping athletes connected to the ball and to their club community.
Build the foundation
Team training and matches develop technical habits, relationships, and understanding of the outdoor game.
Change the setting
Weekly futsal brings a fresh challenge indoors, with an emphasis on close control, combinations, and creative play.
Apply the learning
Athletes return to outdoor training with more opportunities to use the touches and decisions they practiced on the court.
Your primary team remains the priority.
Futsal should complement the athlete’s overall schedule. Families and coaches should coordinate participation, workload, and rest around team commitments.
Futsal should complement the athlete’s overall schedule. Families and coaches should coordinate participation, workload, and rest around team commitments.
A clear, consistent weekly rhythm
One session each week
Each athlete attends one assigned weekly group throughout the program.
Time to learn & play
Twelve sessions provide 15 total hours of scheduled training per athlete.
Part of the academy
A WSA Futsal Academy training shirt is included in the planned program.
Two nights. Four weekly groups.
| Session time | Night 1 capacity | Night 2 capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30–6:45 PM | 30 athletes | 30 athletes |
| 7:00–8:15 PM | 30 athletes | 30 athletes |
Each group uses two half-court areas, with up to 15 athletes in each area. Total planned capacity is 120 unique athletes, each attending once per week.
Season dates, eligible ages, location, specific weekdays, final registration fee, and group placement details will be announced before registration opens.
Understanding the investment
Why is there a separate futsal fee?
Indoor court space must be rented. WSA does not currently own a dedicated futsal facility. Bringing this program indoors requires reserving a gym for the full training schedule, creating a direct expense for the program.
The futsal fee helps fund that rented space, additional coaching support, and each athlete’s academy shirt. It supports a separate indoor training opportunity alongside the club’s outdoor program.
Reserved indoor space
Facility rental secures consistent court access for two nights each week across the 12-week program.
Coaching support
Additional coaches help deliver sessions across both half-court training areas.
Academy training shirt
Each enrolled athlete receives a WSA Futsal Academy training top.
Some costs stay the same even when a group is not full.
The gym reservation and scheduled coaching costs remain in place throughout the program. Enrollment helps spread these shared expenses across participating families.
The gym reservation and scheduled coaching costs remain in place throughout the program. Enrollment helps spread these shared expenses across participating families.
The final registration fee and any optional competition charges will be published before families register.
Parent questions, answered
Know before you join
Does my athlete attend both nights?
No. Each athlete attends one assigned 75-minute session per week. The four weekly sessions serve four separate groups.
Does futsal replace our outdoor team program?
Futsal is intended to complement outdoor development. Your primary team remains the priority. Coordinate potential conflicts and total training workload with your team coach.
What is included in the planned program?
The proposed model includes 12 weekly training sessions, indoor court access during those sessions, coaching, and one WSA Futsal Academy training shirt.
Are league games or tournaments included?
This page describes the planned training program. Competition options and any associated entry, referee, or travel costs will be communicated separately. Families should review those details before committing to optional competition.
Why is futsal useful during winter?
Indoor court access offers an alternative when outdoor conditions limit training. The smaller playing area also gives athletes a different setting to practice close control, quick combinations, and decision-making.
What footwear does my athlete need?
Court-appropriate, non-marking flat-soled shoes; no outdoor cleats. Final equipment and facility requirements will be shared with registered families.
Can our team arrange futsal independently?
Yes. Teams may arrange their own futsal opportunities if they secure suitable facilities and coordinate with their coach and the club regarding applicable requirements.
When can we register?
Registration details are being finalized. Eligible ages, dates, location, weekdays, group assignments, and the final fee will be announced before registration opens.
Registration
Your next session starts here.
Registration is coming soon. The confirmed schedule, eligible ages, location, and program fee will be shared before enrollment opens.