TKO JUNIORS
Winter Only Academy Registration now open!
See below for registration and details.
TKO Juniors Age 6-8
(Birth Years 2018-2019)
The program is directed by Dustin Snyder, TKO Academy Director.
Fall, Spring, and Summer trainings take place at the Kalamazoo Soccer Complex, 901 S. Drake Rd., Kalamazoo 49009
Winter trainings take place at the Next Level Sports Center (The Dome), 12733 US-131, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
Questions? Please send Dustin a message.
TKO Juniors is our more advanced program offered for u7-u8 players and serves as our preparation program for u9 competition and league play.
The program is designed around the structure set forth by US soccer, focusing on 4v4 play with lots of touches on the ball. The goal of this program is to improve foot skills and soccer techniques all while having a ball at their feet. The players will also be introduced to team concepts and drills so they can hit the ground running when ready to play on a u9Y or u9 team.
The program is completely player-centered with professional coaches supporting each player's growth.
Full Year Academy 2025-2026
One training per week focusing on ball mastery and small sided scrimmages. Games on Sundays against other TKO Juniors.
Fall & Spring Days/Times: At the Kalamazoo Soccer Complex
- Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm
- Sunday (Games) 11:00am-12:00pm
Winter Days/Times: Indoor at Next Level Sports/The Dome
- Sunday 9am - 10am
Dates:
- Fall: August-October
- Winter: Jan-March
- Spring: April-May
# of Sessions:
- 8 practices + 5 games in fall
- 8 practices in winter
- 8 practices + 5 games in spring
Cost: Full year $329
Uniform: Blue and red training jerseys
Fall Only Academy 2025
Thank you for a fun fall season, see you at the Winter Academy in January!
Winter Only Academy 2026
40/20 Training Model - 40 minutes of ball mastery and small sided games, 20 minutes of 3v3 or 4v4 scrimmages.
Location: Next Level Sports Center/The Dome
12733 US 131, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
Day & Time: Sundays from 9am to 10am
Dates: Jan 11, 2026 to March 8, 2026. No training on February 8.
# of Sessions: 8
Cost: Winter Only $100
Spring Only Academy 2026
One training per week focusing on ball mastery and small sided scrimmages. Games on Sundays against other TKO Juniors.
Location: Kalamazoo Soccer Complex
Days & Times:
- Weekday evening-official time coming soon!
- Sunday (Games) 11:00am-12:00pm
Dates: April-May
# of Sessions: 8 practices, 5 games
Cost: Spring Only $135
Uniform: Blue and Red training jerseys
Summer Academy 2026
Details to be announced in the spring
Days tbd: mid-week
Time tbd: evening
Dates: June-July
Minimum # of Sessions: 6
Game Day Details
All games are on Sundays in Fall and Spring against other TKO Academy Players of the appropriate age group. Games are 4v4 or 5v5 (with a goalie).
To ensure a balanced and engaging experience, we do not have set teams. This approach encourages new friendships, exposes players to a variety of coaching styles, and offers fresh learning opportunities.
Plan to:
- arrive 20-25 minutes early (the parking lot will be busy).
- have shinguards on and shoes tied!!
- have your player go to the bathroom before each game.
- bring both jerseys and a full water bottle.
Don't forget to:
- be patient and know all players will make mistakes and learn to solve them as the coach guides them.
- enjoy watching your player do something new! Players will play multiple positions so they may look uncomfortable at times, but this is a good thing as it shows they are learning and growing.
