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Technification Programme
Open to All Players, All Clubs, All Levels
- DATESTerm 4: October 6th - December 19th
- TRAININGSMonday 4:00pm-5:30pm
- PROGRAM INCLUDES:
- Technification Card to track and inspire progress
- fun prizes for weekly improvements.
- First-Team player COAChING GUEST APPEARANCES
- COST$150 per term
Developing skillful, confident players - open to all clubs and levels
Our mission is to help every player become more skillful, confident, and adaptable on the ball. The CUFC Technification Program is open to players of all levels and from all clubs, creating an inclusive environment where motivated players can focus on their individual technical growth.
Two Development Pathways
aspire & catalyst
The CUFC Coaches will provide all players with a starting assessment
and then the appropriate program so that all players are challenged
at the right level to build both skill and confidence.
Technification – Aspire
Designed for newer or developing players motivated to build a strong technical foundation.
Designed for newer or developing players motivated to build a strong technical foundation.
- Ball Mastery & Dribbling: Control the ball with both feet, using turns and skills to protect possession and attack 1v1.
- Passing, Perception & Possession: Build confidence in passing and receiving while learning positioning and awareness to keep the ball.
- Small-Sided Games: Play fun 3v3, 4v4, and 5v5 games that provide many touches, decision-making opportunities, and chances to score.
Technification – Catalyst
Designed for more experienced or technically advanced players seeking to raise their technical
skills and game understanding.
Designed for more experienced or technically advanced players seeking to raise their technical
skills and game understanding.
- Advanced Ball Mastery: Refine control and skill execution under speed and pressure.
- Passing & Decision-Making in Tight Spaces: Improve scanning, awareness, and quickplay in possession.
- Competitive Small-Sided Challenges: Apply skills in demanding, game-like situations that test creativity, speed of play, and execution both offensively and defensively.
FAQs
What is the format?
The Technification Program includes 1.5 hours of training time each Monday, in which highly qualified staff will utilize a circuit training approach in which the players will rotate through various developmental circuits and themes. Players will be organized by age and experience levels so that they are challenged appropriately.
Do you need to be a 'high quality' player to join the Technification programme?
Not necessarily, any player who wants to invest in their football development is welcome to join.
Will the Technification programme provide more one-to-one coaching?
The Technification programme will be group trainings, however each player will receive more individual coaching and detailed technical feedback than regular team sessions.
Who will be coaching the Technification programme?
The Technification content has been formulated by our technical staff with support from an excellent staff of coaches, including Head of Coaches & Methodology Paul Holocher and other CUFC Academy technical staff.
Is the Technification programme only open to current CUFC players?
No, all players from any club can join the Technification trainings as a way to develop their technical ability.
What is the format?
The Technification Program includes 1.5 hours of training time each Monday, in which highly qualified staff will utilize a circuit training approach in which the players will rotate through various developmental circuits and themes. Players will be organized by age and experience levels so that they are challenged appropriately.
Do you need to be a 'high quality' player to join the Technification programme?
Not necessarily, any player who wants to invest in their football development is welcome to join.
Will the Technification programme provide more one-to-one coaching?
The Technification programme will be group trainings, however each player will receive more individual coaching and detailed technical feedback than regular team sessions.
Who will be coaching the Technification programme?
The Technification content has been formulated by our technical staff with support from an excellent staff of coaches, including Head of Coaches & Methodology Paul Holocher and other CUFC Academy technical staff.
Is the Technification programme only open to current CUFC players?
No, all players from any club can join the Technification trainings as a way to develop their technical ability.