A Future with Purpose.
A God-first soccer pathway for young student-athletes in grades 3–8. Build confidence on the ball, grow as a teammate, and make meaningful progress in the classroom.
Grow the player. Develop the person.
Soccer is a place to practice courage, patience, discipline, and care for others. Our program is built around a Christ-centered environment, purposeful academics, and age-appropriate skill development.
Love the ball. Love the game.
Start with coordination, confidence, both-foot ball control, and creative play. Smaller groups and small-sided games create more touches and opportunities to learn.
See the game. Make the decision.
Build first touch, passing combinations, movement off the ball, defending, and positional awareness. Connect technical work to realistic game decisions.
Compete with purpose.
Practice servant leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and accountability. Celebrate effort and improvement alongside performance.
Skills that connect to the game.
On the pitch
- Ball mastery, dribbling, and turning with both feet
- Passing, receiving, and a purposeful first touch
- Finishing, movement, and 1v1 confidence
- Small-sided games, teamwork, and decision-making
- Position awareness and goalkeeper fundamentals
- Age-appropriate agility, balance, and coordination
In the classroom
- Daily math, reading, and writing
- Science and social studies
- Guided study and independent learning habits
- Projects, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving
- Devotional time, leadership, and life skills
- Progress conversations with families
Your home for the beautiful game.
Goliath’s Mesa soccer complex brings the program to life with space for ball work, small-sided play, and team sessions.
A full day. A balanced rhythm.
Two age groups, one 8 a.m.–3 p.m. school-day framework. Each schedule includes four hours of core academics, projects, and study, alongside soccer, faith, meals, and recovery.
Welcome & devotional
Set a daily goal, reflect, and connect as a team.
Soccer fundamentals
Ball mastery, dribbling, passing, and fun skill games.
Hydration & snack
Cool down and transition to the classroom.
Math
Grade-level instruction and guided practice.
Reading & writing
Literacy, vocabulary, discussion, and writing.
Science & social studies
Hands-on exploration; subjects alternate or integrate by day.
Lunch & recess
Eat, recharge, and enjoy supervised free play.
Projects & enrichment
Creative work, collaborative projects, and problem-solving.
Movement & small-sided play
Coordination, footwork, and low-pressure soccer games.
Hydration & reset
Rest, snack as needed, and change for study time.
Study hall & reading
Finish assignments and get focused academic support.
Reflection & dismissal
Celebrate effort, organize materials, and prepare for pickup.
Devotional & daily planning
Set academic priorities and a leadership focus.
Math
Grade-level concepts, independent practice, and support.
English language arts
Reading, writing, research, and discussion.
Hydration & snack
Reset before soccer training.
Soccer technique & tactics
First touch, passing under pressure, positioning, and decisions.
Science
Investigation, applied concepts, and lab-style projects.
Lunch & recovery
Refuel, relax, and connect with teammates.
Social studies
History, geography, civics, and critical thinking.
Athletic development & team play
Age-appropriate movement, coordination, and small-sided soccer.
Hydration & reset
Recovery and transition to the final academic block.
Study hall & skill reflection
Assignment completion, learning checks, and occasional game review.
Team reflection & dismissal
Review goals and prepare for pickup.
This is a proposed academy-day schedule. Final class placement, staffing, and training times are confirmed during enrollment. Outdoor sessions adjust for Mesa heat and weather, with hydration breaks and indoor learning or movement alternatives as needed. Match and event details are shared separately with families.
Build it. Practice it. Play it.
Ball mastery & first touch
Passing & support
1v1 attacking & defending
Team shape & decision-making
Small-sided games & reflection
Training is scaled to age and experience, with a focus on steady development and enjoyment of the game.
Let’s find your athlete’s next step.
Share your athlete’s grade, soccer experience, and academic needs. Our academy team can explain placement, program availability, tuition, equipment, and enrollment requirements.
support@goliathchristianacademy.com
7303 S Hawes Rd, Suite 137/140 · Mesa, AZ 85212