Our Mini section comprises of the following squads:
- U4s
- U5s
- U6s
- U7s
- U8s
Core themes at this level are FUN, basic skills, game understanding and emotional development, in a safe environment.
Training Times & Location
08:00-09:30 every Saturday (NB: only until 09:00 in September), at the world renowned Sevens Stadium, Al Ain Road, Dubai – U6s and above also complete in three tournaments around UAE each season
What we provide and focus on
Using the TAG format of the game (and ‘Quick Rip’ for U8s – similar to 7-a-side-rugby but without the contact) we help these young players develop their capabilities in the following areas:
- Technical:
- Individual skills
- Introduction to continuity
- Tactical:
- Pass backwards
- Go forward
- Support
- Continuity
- Offside
- Physical:
- ABCs of movement
- Flexibility, Speed and Locomotion
- Mental:
- Self-confidence
- Self-Esteem
- Positive attitude for sport
- Tolerance
- Emotional:
- Overcoming the fear of being ‘tackled’ (non contact)
- Social skills