Camps & Clinics
AC Marin Academy | Ages 4 - 7
The AC Marin Academy program is designed for young players ages 4 to 7. It takes a player-centered approach, focusing on the whole child to create a positive, safe, and fun environment where kids can grow—both as players and as individuals. The emphasis is on fun, development, and building strong foundational skills.
Each session includes:
• Warm-up - Fun & Engaging Games
• Technical Skills Focus - Dribbling, Passing, Shooting
• Small-Sided Games - 3v3, 4v4 Play
• Cool-down & Reflection - Encouraging Positive Discussion
Director: Messias dos Santos Coaches: Primitivo Pardo & Gabriel Cazarez
Spring Academy: March and April
Summer Academy: June 11 - August 2
Fall Academy: September and October
Winter Academy: December, January > February 15
Why AC Marin Academy?
Because strong Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) model:
• Ensures kids develop at their own pace with age-appropriate training.
• Encourages technical, tactical, physical, and mental growth over time.
• Helps coaches and parents support players in a structured way without pressure.
• Creates an environment where kids enjoy the game and stay in soccer longer.
Wednesdays and Fridays | 4:15 - 5:15 PM
Sinaloa Middle School – Novato, Turf Field
AC Grassroots Camp | Ages 8 - 12
This program is designed for 8 to 12 year olds with a player-centered approach that focuses on the whole child. It provides a positive, safe, and fun environment where players can grow both on and off the field. The emphasis is on developing individual technical skills in a fun and supportive setting—helping each player build confidence with the ball, deepen their understanding of the game, and leave with even more passion than when they arrived.
Grassroots Goals:
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Foster a love for the game and the spirit of fair play
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Strengthen individual technical skills
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Introduce defensive roles and responsibilities
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Build awareness around keeping possession
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Prioritize fun while developing personal technique
2025
Spring Break Camp: April 14 – 17
Summer Camps: July 7 – 10 | July 28 – 31
Thanksgiving Camp: November 24 – 26
Winter Break Camps: December 20 – 23 | December 29 – 30
2026
Ski Week Camp: February 16 - 19
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Develop ball mastery with both feet, using all surfaces of the foot for dribbling
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Emphasize control, receiving, and passing skills
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Practice passing and receiving with increasing precision
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Learn to shoot confidently with both feet
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Encourage players to rotate through multiple positions to prevent early specialization
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Improve key physical attributes: speed, coordination, balance, and agility
9 AM - 12 PM
Sinaloa Middle School – Novato, Turf Field
Priority: Individual Skill Development and Having Fun!
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