The FC Dulles Travel Soccer Academy is an intensive, high-level, club-centric player development program designed for dedicated and driven athletes. Our mission is to develop technically proficient, tactically intelligent, and mentally resilient players in a competitive, supportive environment.

Talented players from across Chantilly and the greater Northern Virginia area come to FC Dulles to:

• Learn and grow through our proven player development curriculum

• Train under experienced, licensed coaches

• Compete at the appropriate level of competition

• Master our unique style and system of play

• Most importantly, to develop a lasting love and passion for the game

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Tryout & Selection Process

Players are selected and invited to join the Academy through a structured tryout process. Coaches evaluate players based on several key criteria (not in ranked order):

• Technical skill level

• Game and spatial awareness

• Growth mindset (willingness to learn, adapt, and overcome challenges)

• Passion for the game and respect for coaches and teammates

• Mental toughness and resilience

• Coachability (ability to listen, apply feedback, and respond to guidance)

• Consistent effort and full commitment at every practice and game

Selected players are placed on teams with player development as the top priority.

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Commitment Expectations

FC Dulles Travel Soccer Academy requires full-season commitment from players and families—from mid-June through the following mid-June. Being part of our program means dedication to the team, club philosophy, and the pursuit of personal and collective growth.

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Included: $1,550

Training:

• Fall Season (Aug. 1 – Nov. 15) and Spring Season (Mar. 1 – June 14)

• Academy weekday training: 2x/week for 12 weeks (~24 sessions per season)

• Primary location: Poplar Tree Park (turf) off Stringfellow Road, Chantilly

• Other possible training fields:

  • Greenbriar Park #5 (turf, winter)

  • Franklin Middle School (grass) off Lees Corner Rd., Chantilly

  • Fred Crabtree Park (grass) near Crossfield ES

League Play:

• NCSL league fees, including referee fees, for 8–9 games per Fall and Spring (total 16–18 games)

• Games are mostly local; some may be 1–2 hours away

Coaching:

• Coach for training, games, two tournaments, and winter/summer sessions

• Coaches hold or are working toward age-appropriate USSF licenses, and have completed criminal background checks, SafeSport certification, concussion awareness training, and knowledge of implementing the FC Dulles Curriculum

• Coach's compensation, including payroll taxes, worker's compensation, and processing fees

Additional Inclusions:

• Club operational and administrative support

• Field maintenance costs

• Select game video recording via Veo

• Two practice t-shirts (one if Spring-only sign-up); additional t-shirts available for $18 each at registration

• TeamSnap account for team communication

• Two local tournaments (one Fall, one Spring) within 75 miles of Chantilly (coach and club discretion on selection and dates)

  • Teams playing away tournaments (beyond 75 miles) are responsible for coach’s travel expenses

• Winter Outdoor Training (weather permitting): 1x/week Dec–Feb

• Optional Summer Training (June–July): 1x–2x/week, depending on coach availability

• VYSA membership fees

• In-County Field User Fees ($40 for full year; Out-of-County residents receive a $40 credit)

• Club supplemental insurance

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Not Included:

Uniforms (Required):

• Home and away jerseys, shorts, socks (Adidas)

• Adidas backpack, training jacket, and training bottoms are encouraged but optional

• Approximate cost: $150–$200

• Uniforms must be purchased online through PJ’s Sports in Falls Church (link provided upon registration)

Additional Costs:

• Out-of-County User Fees: $160 for full year ($200 less $40 credit)

• Additional tournaments: ~$70–$90 per tournament (may vary based on player participation and travel)

• Winter Indoor League Games (if applicable):

  • Winter 1 (mid-November to early January)

  • Winter 2 (mid-January to early March)

  • Approximate cost: $80–$110 per session, depending on number of participants

Payment Information:

• A service fee applies to all online credit card payments (covers Demosphere registration system, privacy, security, and PCI compliance)

• To avoid service fees, payments via check or Zelle are accepted and must be made promptly

• Players are not considered active until payment is received

• Zelle payment information will be provided in the registration confirmation email

• Need-based scholarships are available on a first-come-first-serve basis for players on free/reduced lunch programs (documentation required). Scholarship recipients will be required to pay a minimum of 50% of their tuition. Application instructions are available when registering.

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Discounts (Not Applicable to Scholarship Players):

• Pay-in-Full Discount: 5%

• Sibling Discount: 20%

• Active Military Discount: 15%

FC Dulles Travel Academy uniform kit is to be purchased online through PJ's sports and picked up at their store in Falls Church (7500 Leesburg Pike #12A, Falls Church, VA 22043) when you are notified the uniform is ready for pick-up. The store does not mail uniform purchases. In some cases the club will send a representative to pick-up uniforms and deliver them to the first practice sessions. Walk-in uniform purchases are not available.