The Regional Development School (RDS) is an elite training program specifically designed for soccer players aged 9 to 18 years looking to aspire to the next level. The RDS provides players the opportunity to participate in supplementary training beyond their existing club practices. While many club practice sessions are focused on the tactical and functional components of the game, the RDS focuses on individual fast foot work, ball mastery, 1v1 signature moves and skill specific learning outcomes.
The advanced curriculum is focused on the individual player and is designed to maximize technical abilities. The strict coaching ratio of 1:12 allows players to receive excellent individual attention and coach interaction, all leading to a comprehensive electronic evaluation at the end of the program. These evaluations provide qualitative feedback that provides parents and coaches with an invaluable tool to aid player's development. Over the duration of the programs players will hear the RDS coaching staff make reference to the 10,000 hours of long term athlete development. This is the total number of hours that elite sports experts suggest each youth player should aspire to in order to become a top level soccer player.
The RDS consists of 5 unique programs, which provide year round Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD):
- Seasonal Programs consist of 2 hours of instructional coaching per week over 4, 6 or 8 weeks. Players can choose from four seasonal programs: Winter (Nov- Dec & Jan-Feb) Spring (April-June) and Autumn (Sept-Oct).
- Spring and Summer Elite Camps are a unique camp experience designed for the high school/travel player from U10 through to U18.
- Residential Programs are intensive 5-day training week programs designed for competitive travel soccer players aged 9-14.
- Master Classes are a series of personalized skills sessions for competitive soccer players from U10 through to U18.
- Player-Unit-Team (PUT) Game Analysis brings modern scientific game evaluation tools to youth soccer. Build upon the recording of the playing events of individual players, positional units (DEF, MID or ATT) or the whole team by RDS staff during games using notional analysis.
RDS Seasonal Programs consist of 2 hours of instructional coaching per week over 4, 6 or 8 weeks. Players can choose from four seasonal programs: Winter (Nov- Dec & Jan-Feb) Spring (April-June) and Autumn (Sept-Oct). Over the duration of each program players will hear the RDS coaching staff make reference to the 10,000 hours of long term athlete development. This is the total number of hours that elite sports experts suggest each youth player should aspire to in order to become a top level soccer player. In addition, each RDS player will need to commit to 2 hours of extension activities per week. Fast foot work repetitions, nutritional & liquid consumption diaries and player self appraisals are just some of the tools used on the RDS Seasonal Program to allow players to 'Train like a Pro.'
The RDS curriculum is very unique because it focuses on the individual player and is designed to enhance technical abilities. The RDS will improve 1st touch, a wide variety of soccer moves and encourage confidence and composure on the ball. The RDS Curriculum includes:
And introducing for the first time, 'FUTSAL'- the latest innovation in Elite Youth Soccer.
Some of the worlds most exciting players have used FUTSAL at sometime in their lives Cristiano Ronaldo, Deco, Pele, Juninho, Ronaldinho, Robinho to name but a few….FUTSAL in South America and in Europe is currently at the forefront of Youth Development, most elite young players will not step onto a full size soccer field until 15,16 or 17 years of age. A variant of association soccer, FUTSAL players play with a smaller weighted ball with less bounce on a shortened indoor field in 5 v 5 small sided games.
- MIND being the soccer intelligence, positional awareness, communication, teamwork, co-ordination & improvisation.
- BODY being the physical demands of FUTSAL, ball control, short passes in tight areas, quick feet & player movement.
- SPIRIT being motivation, ambition, creativity and flair- all of this to strive to become the best.
- Dynamic Warm-up (Aerobic-Mobility-Skill)
- Speed / Agility, Quickness & Balance Training
- Ball Mastery, 1v1 Turns & Signature Moves
- 5v5 Small Sided FUTSAL application
RDS Individual Session Components:
Rolfe Touch/Push, Blanco Chop, Mapp Elastico, Thorrington Turn, Pause Cut & Turn, Calen Carr Curl, McBride Stop/Start & Nyarko Feint
8 WEEK WINTER SEASONAL PROGRAM LOCATIONS
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL FOR OUTFIELD PLAYERS
| LOCATION | TIME | DAYS | COST | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND SPORT ARENA 2350 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 |
6.00pm- 8.00pm |
Tuesdays, January 5-February 23, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
| HALLMARK SPORTS CLUB 2 8328 Colorado St., Merrillville, IN 46410 |
5.30pm- 7.30pm |
Thursdays, January 7-February 25, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
| PLAYERS INDOOR SPORTS 1740 Quincy Ave, Naperville, IL 60540 |
6.30pm- 8.30pm |
Fridays, January 8-February 26, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
| CHICAGO INDOOR SPORTS 3900 S Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 60669 |
4.00pm- 6.00pm |
Saturdays, January 9-February 27, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
| ODEUM SPORTS & EXPO 1003 N.Villa Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181 |
5.00pm- 7.00pm |
Sundays, January 10-February 28, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
8 WEEK WINTER SEASONAL PROGRAM LOCATION
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENTS SCHOOLS FOR GOALKEEPERS
| LOCATION | TIME | DAYS | COST | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAYERS INDOOR SPORTS 1740 Quincy Ave Naperville, IL 60540 |
6.30pm- 8.30pm |
Fridays, January 8-February 26, 2010 | $250 | Online | Download |
Chicago Fire Soccer RDS Elite Camps are a unique camp experience designed for the high school/travel player from U10 through to U18. Programs are 3-4 hours in length per day over 3-5 consecutive days (Monday to Friday) and focus on advanced training techniques to meet the changing needs of the modern day soccer player. Locations across Chicagoland, Indiana & Michigan.
The RDS curriculum is very unique because it focuses on the individual player and is designed to enhance technical abilities. The RDS will improve first touch, develop a wide variety of soccer moves, and encourage confidence and composure on the ball. The RDS Curriculum includes:
- 00.00-00.05 Opening & parent drop off
- 00.05-00.25 Dynamic warm-up(aerobic-mobility-skill specific)
- 00.25-0.45 Ball Mastery
- 0.45-1.05 peed, agility quickness & balance training
- 1.05-1.25 1v1 turns/moves
- 1.25-2.25 Daily learning outcome
- 2.25-2.55 Theory workshop & active break
- 2.55-3.40 2v2 to 4v4 game application
- 3.40-3.55 Warm-down & developmental stretching
- 3.55-4.00 Close & player(s) of the day awards
- Rolfe Touch/Push, Blanco Chop, Mapp Elastico, Thorrington Turn, Pause Cut & Turn, Calen Carr Curl, McBride Stop/Start & Nyarko Feint
- Day 1: Attacking space & defenders
- Day 2: Short passing, possession, and combination play
- Day 3: The role of the first defender & defensive cover
- Day 4: Attacking play, heading & shooting
- Day 5: Chicago Fire Day & small sided game competition
- Day 1: The Essential Tips for Hydration in Soccer
- Day 2: Nutrition in Soccer
- Day 3: Mental Preparation in the Modern Game
- Day 4: Soccer Fitness
- Day 5: Injury Recognition & Identification
Stay tuned for upcoming Elite camps.
The Summer RDS Residential Program is an intensive 5-day training week for competitive travel soccer players aged 9-14. From the advanced curriculum on the field of play to theory classroom sessions off the field, the RDS residential looks to give players the opportunity to experience what its like to be a pro soccer star.
Sign up for the Summer RDS Residential Program
Master Classes (1v1 or 1v4) are a series of personalized skills sessions for competitive soccer players from U10 through to U18. Players can participate in groups from 1 to 4 and can individually, or in small groups, benefit from the expert coaching of Chicago Fire RDS staff. 1-on-1 or 1-on-4 Master Classes can consist of between 1 to 10 specialized skill development topics which include: Running with the ball, beating an opponent, defending, attacking, and are designed to meet the individual need of each soccer player.
Sign up for Master Classes
The Chicago Fire RDS Player-Unit-Team (PUT) Game Analysis brings modern scientific game evaluation tools to youth soccer. Build upon the recording of the playing events of individual players, positional units (DEF, MID or ATT) or the whole team by RDS staff during games using notional analysis. Each P-U-T analysis provides a comprehensive report which highlights a series of technical and tactical strengths and recommended areas of development. P-U-T Analysis can include a follow-up team practices sessions to maximize game day performance.
Sign up for the Player-Unit-Team (PUT) Game Analysis
Contact: Chicago Fire Soccer RDS staff at (708) 496-6773 or via email rds@chicago-fire.com for more information.
The Regional Development Schools office is located @ TOYOTA Park, 7000 S Harlem Ave, Bridgeview IL 60455 the home of Chicago Fire Soccer.
