School Year Transition Guidance Program

Free Parent Consultation on the Reform A 30-minute free consultation (online or in person) clearly explains how the school-year change will impact your child’s team placement and path

Clear Strategy for 2026 Tryouts We build a simple, personalized plan so your child knows exactly what to focus on before kickarounds, ID camps, and tryouts.

Smart Decisions Without Panic We help you avoid common mistakes, keep a long-term development mindset, and make confident choices instead of rushed, emotional ones.

Optional Player Assessment & Training Support If needed, we offer separate, targeted support—game review, development roadmap, readiness checks, and private training—without recruiting, club placement, or pressure.

With U.S. Soccer shifting from birth-year teams to school-year grouping (cutoff: August 1), many families are feeling uncertain and overwhelmed. At Soccer IQ Academy (SIQ), we provide clear guidance, education, and preparation to help your child move through this transition with confidence at kickarounds, ID camps, tryouts from now through later in 2026. This is a major change, and You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Why This Change Feels Stressful for Families

The move from birth-year teams to school-year teams raises important questions:

How will this reform affect my child, and will my child be playing up or down?
How will this impact confidence, development, and playing time?
What should we focus on before tryouts or next season?

This reform creates two very different challenges:

Some players will move down into a younger group and may become leaders or standout players. While this can boost confidence, families wonder: “Will my child still be challenged? and “Are they developing or just dominating?”
Other players will stay in their current grade and now face older and more physical players. For these families, it can feel like survival mode: “Can my child keep up physically?” and “How will this affect confidence and playing time?”

Both situations come with risk and opportunity — and both need smart planning.

SIQ can help both groups — players who are moving down and players who are facing older competition — with a plan that fits their situation. We support families with a long-term development mindset, not panic decisions. We provide honest, neutral guidance, education for parents and individualized player preparation. Our goal is simple, i.e. help families understand the reform, avoid common mistakes, and prepare players properly for tryouts.

We are not a recruiting service and do not place players into clubs.

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What do we offer

We offer 2026–2027 School Year Transition Consultation, i.e. education and strategy session. This transition does not have to be overwhelming. With the right guidance and a clear plan, your child can approach 2026 tryouts feeling confident, ready, and supported. It is the best option for families who want clarity and confidence before making decisions.

School-Year Reform Consultation — FREE

INCLUDED:

30-minute parent consultation (Zoom or in person)
Clear explanation of how the reform affects your child
Guidance on what to focus on before tryouts
Common mistakes to avoid
Summary with next steps

NOT INCLUDED

Player Assessment & Training (available and will be provided separately):

Game review
Individual development roadmap
Technical and physical readiness assessment
Mental and confidence preparation
Targeted private training sessions
Priority scheduling
Discount on SIQ camps

No recruiting. No club placement. No pressure.
This service exists to educate parents and prepare players during a time of major change.

Skill Enhancement

Through engaging drills, game scenarios, and friendly competitions, players will improve their first touch, dribbling, passing, shooting, vision and teamwork

Tactical Knowledge

Our camp introduces players to essential tactical concepts, such as positioning, spacing, and game awareness. Players learn how to make quick, smart decisions on the field and contribute in every way possible to their team

Physical Fitness

During our camps, players will participate in fun and challenging physical activities that improve their overall physical shape. They will enhance their speed, stamina, motor coordination, and balance, giving them an edge on the pitch

Teamwork and Sportsmanship

Players learn how to communicate effectively, collaborate with teammates, and support each other. They will develop valuable game and life skills that extend beyond the soccer field, fostering friendships and building character

Fun and Positive Environment

We incorporate exciting games, challenges, and friendly matches to keep the camp experience exciting and memorable

Safe and Supervised Setting

We follow strict safety protocols. You can have peace of mind knowing that your child is in a secure environment while having a fantastic time

What is the best way to stay up to date with new camps, trainings, cancellations etc?

We highly recommend signing up for our newsletter here. We regularly email important information once a week with special updates, camp announcements, cancellations and need to knows.

SIQ is also very engaged on instagram with daily informative posts – SIQ Instagram

What is the Soccer IQ Academy EIN (Tax ID) number?

EIN number for SIQ Elite LLC is 85-2248336

Should family have insurance policy for the player?

Absolutely! We highly recommend that each family has a valid medical insurance policy in place for their player(s). While soccer is an exciting and rewarding sport, injuries can occur, and it’s essential to be prepared for such situations. Having appropriate medical insurance ensures that players receive the necessary healthcare and treatment in case of injuries sustained during training or matches. The well-being and safety of our players are of utmost importance to us at SIQ Academy, and having medical insurance provides an added layer of protection and peace of mind for both players and their families.

What is your practice cancellation/reimbursement policy?

At SIQ Academy, we have a practice cancellation/reimbursement policy in place to ensure fairness and proper administration. Cancellations made between 1 and 13 days before the start of the camp will result in a 50% deposit non-refundable. Once a camp has commenced, there is no refund for cancellations or no shows, except in the case of an injury sustained during the camp.

Does Soccer IQ Academy provide scholarships?

Absolutely! At Soccer IQ Academy, we recognize that financial circumstances can vary, and we are committed to ensuring that our camps are accessible to all passionate players. We are pleased to offer scholarships and financial assistance to individuals who require support. If you or your family are in need of assistance, please reach out to us directly. Our dedicated team will discuss the details and explore ways in which we can help make the Soccer IQ Academy experience attainable for you.

How early should a player be on the field prior to practice? What gear should they bring?

We recommend that players arrive at the field approximately 10-15 minutes before the scheduled start time. It is important the players come prepared with the necessary gear including a proper soccer outfit consisting of a jersey, shorts, soccer socks, shin guards and appropriate footwear such as cleats or indoor shoes. Please note, we do provide camp attendees with an SIQ jersey. We highly recommend bringing sunscreen to protect against sun exposure as well as ample amount of water. Lastly, please bring your own soccer ball.

What level of player is suitable to participate in SIQ training?

SIQ Academy welcomes players of all levels, embracing the diverse spectrum of talent from beginners to highly advanced individuals, including those involved in MLS Academy or ECNL. Our comprehensive curriculum is meticulously designed to cater to players across all ages and skill levels, ensuring a holistic development approach that fosters growth, regardless of the starting point. At SIQ, we believe in empowering every player, regardless of their current level, to reach their full potential and thrive on and off the field.

At what age players can attend SIQ camps and trainings?

Our training is tailored for boys and girls between the ages of 4-18. We also custom some camps and trainings to certain ages which will be shown in the description of the event.

Does SIQ participate in tournaments?

During the Spring and Fall seasons, SIQ does not have teams. However, SIQ forms teams for small tournaments and leagues that run during Winter and Summer. You can see us at 3v3 summer tournaments, winter futsal tournaments etc. We also have a Futsal program where teams participate in out of state tournaments.

Based on the nature of SIQ, these teams include players that during the regular soccer seasons play for different clubs. We believe this is another great aspect of SIQ training – provide the opportunity for top players to know and interact with each other!

Does SIQ affiliate with any clubs outside of USA?

SIQ is proud to have established partnerships with two esteemed Barcelona-based companies: Football Five Stars and APFC. Through these strategic collaborations, SIQ is able to offer exceptional camps both in the United States and in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. Our annual training sessions in Barcelona take place during the week of Thanksgiving, providing an exciting opportunity for players to immerse themselves in a world-class soccer experience. If you would like to reach out and collaborate with our company, please contact us.

Does SIQ affiliate with any soccer club?

SIQ Academy stands as an independent soccer academy dedicated to offering supplementary training for highly committed players. Our head coaches Azary, Yury, and Tolya, are not affiliated with any youth clubs in Colorado, ensuring an unbiased and impartial approach to player development. It is important to note that SIQ coaches are explicitly prohibited from recruiting players from our camps, as they willingly adhere to an agreement that upholds this principle.

What a weekend! National champions! These boys are mind blowing talented and to even be included in this company is a privilege. Jace is the only 8 year old on the team and started a bit later than everyone else…

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