Training Programs
Player Development Pathways
Player development is central to SABR’s mission to serve our community as a ‘total’ club for all members. SABR aims to maximize each player’s potential across various ages and stages.
Our player pathways guide our players’ development of both sports skills and social competencies. Through soccer, we emphasize teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship, value of effort, camaraderie, and most importantly, fun.
Click here for an overview of the ways we do this.
SABR Youth Rec: SABR’s Youth Recreational Soccer is our affordable, fun in-house recreational soccer program for all kids, regardless of ability. It features parent volunteer coaches.
Team Boca: Team Boca is our competitive soccer program for players aiming to advance their skills. Tryout information is available on the Team Boca page.
Olympic Development Program: The Olympic Development Program (ODP) is a US Youth Soccer initiative that identifies players for Regional and National Teams. Each State Association has an evaluation process to select top players and provide pathways to national team selection.
Soccer Afterschool & Summer Training
SABR’s Soccer After School & Summer Training programs offer individualized skills training sessions for Rec players aged Under 5 to Under 19, led by Director of Player Development, Carrie Barker, and her staff of experienced trainers. Sessions are limited to 6-8 players, meeting 1-2 days per week for 2-5 week sessions at the Spanish River Athletic Complex. Fees for 2024 – 2025 are based on weeks and sessions attended, paid online by credit card. Multiple options available for each age group.
Coaching Education
SABR Youth Rec Coaches Clinic
Two-hour mandatory coaches clinic led by U.S. Federation Grassroots Instructors before the season. Emphasizes U.S. Soccer Play-Practice-Play methodology and focuses on coach tasks. Prioritizes safety, fun, and long-term player development.
Carrie Barker
- BU05 Division Rep, BU06 Division Rep, GU05 Division Rep, GU06 Division Rep, SABR Recreational Director of Coaching
U.S. Soccer Coaching License
Courses are tailored to meet a coach’s needs. Coaching license program for dedicated coaches looking to grow the sport.
Coach & Parent Resources
Training Lesson Plans
Check out lesson plans from Florida Youth Soccer Association, Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association, and U.S. Soccer Learning Center. The free Mojo App is a useful team management tool.
Soccer Parent Resource
Register now for free access to the Soccer Parent Resource Center, with hundreds of articles, interviews, and courses designed specifically for youth soccer parents to enhance their child’s soccer experience.
