ThunderBolts Development Academy
THUNDERBOLTS: U6/U7/U8
Year-Round Program with 3 Seasons
ThunderBolts Development Academy is a coach-led training program for players at any skill level, with a player-centered approach. We provide positive instruction for each player to ensure social, physical and mental development, on and off the soccer field. The ThunderBolts program is designed to lay a foundation for the love of soccer, self-discovery and independence for players ages 6-8 through game-like activities and play.
We bring together like-minded families who have a higher level of commitment and interest in soccer, to focus on technical skills. This allows young players to become comfortable with a ball and eventually be able to make natural decisions based on confidence and skill. We fundamentally believe that if players master the basics, they can continue to develop and be ready for our Juniors Program at U9. We value the idea of creating players that are playing fluidly rather than robotic, and we see the long term effects as they grow into more competitive soccer.
Players are encouraged to have fun, challenge themselves, and learn to love the game of soccer!
Spring/Summer 2024 Season
Ages Eligible | U6*-U7-U8 Players • Birthyears 2016, 2017 *2018s w/ approval only |
Location | MTA Winter Park Training Facility 9520 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 |
Season Days/Times | Session A: Sundays 3:00-4:00pm Session B: Sundays 4:30-5:30pm |
Session Dates | Sundays April 7, 14, 21, 28 May 5, 12, 19 (No session 5/26) June 2, 9, 16, 23 (No session 6/30) July 7 |
Fee |
$199 per player |
Fall 2024 Season
Ages Eligible | TBD |
Location | TBD |
Season Days/Times | TBD |
Session Dates | TBD |
Fee | TBD |
Winter 2023-2024 Season
Ages Eligible | U7-U8 Players • Birthyears 2017, 2016 U6 Players • Birthyear 2018 w/ soccer experience |
Location | MTA Winter Park Training Facility 9520 Viking Dr, Eden Prairie MN 55344 |
Season Days/Times | Sundays Session A: 3:00pm-4:00pm Session B: 4:30pm-5:30pm |
Session Dates | Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 Dec 3, 10, 17 (Not 24 or 31) Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 18, 25 (Not 11) Mar 3, 10, 17, 24 (Not 31) |
Fee | $415 |
Spring/Summer 2024 Season
Ages Eligible | U6*-U7-U8 Players • Birthyears 2016, 2017 *2018s w/ approval only |
Location | MTA Winter Park Training Facility 9520 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 |
Season Days/Times | Session A: Sundays 3:00-4:00pm Session B: Sundays 4:30-5:30pm |
Session Dates | Sundays April 7, 14, 21, 28 May 5, 12, 19 (No session 5/26) June 2, 9, 16, 23 (No session 6/30) July 7 |
Fee |
$199 per player |
Fall 2024 Season
Ages Eligible | U6*-U7-U8 Players • Birthyears 2017, 2018 *2019s w/ approval only |
Location | TBD |
Season Days/Times | TBD |
Session Dates | TBD |
Fee | TBD |
Winter 2023-2024 Season
Ages Eligible | U7-U8 Players • Birthyears 2017, 2016 U6 Players • Birthyear 2018 w/ soccer experience |
Location | MTA Winter Park Training Facility 9520 Viking Dr, Eden Prairie MN 55344 |
Season Days/Times | Sundays Session A: 3:00pm-4:00pm Session B: 4:30pm-5:30pm |
Session Dates | Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 Dec 3, 10, 17 (Not 24 or 31) Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 18, 25 (Not 11) Mar 3, 10, 17, 24 (Not 31) |
Fee | $415 |
Guidelines
Birthyears 2017 & 2016 are eligible* for Fall 2023 – Summer 2024 (2018’s w/ approval only)
*2018 Players: Age exceptions may be made for 2018 players with previous soccer experience and/or a strong desire to play soccer. If it is determined by the Director to not be a good fit for your player, a pro-rated refund will be given. Complete this form for approval before registration.
*2015 Players: Age exceptions may be made for 2015 that are not ready for the competitive lever, though preference will be given to players born in the intended birth years. Complete this form for approval before registration.
Open to boys and girls of all skill levels
3 Seasons of ThunderBolts: Summer, Fall and Winter
Fall 2023 thru Summer 2024: Birthyears 2017 & 2016 (2015 move to U9)
Fall 2024 thru Summer 2025: Birthyears 2018 & 2017 (2016 move to U9)