Focus Goalkeeping Academy
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FAQ

About > FAQ

My goalkeeper is only a beginner. Is this program right for them?

Of course!  Focus Goalkeeping caters to goalkeepers of all levels - from a first-time gk all the way up to college & pro.  Each goalkeeper will train with a group of peers who have a similar experience level.  All goalkeepers will be challenged appropriately, and we pride ourselves in offering coaches who specialize in young, beginner goalkeepers & teaching the foundations of the position.

My goalkeeper plays at a very high level. Is this program right for them?

Of course!  We train some of the highest level youth players in the country.  We pride ourselves in training, educating, and supporting goalkeepers of all levels.  Any goalkeeper that comes out to train will be grouped with other goalkeepers who train & play at a similar level.

How do I sign up for the weekly Focus GK Academy Training Sessions?

If you'd like to sign up for our weekly training sessions on Sunday night, please email krkern@gmail.com for more information and registration info.

I'm specifically looking for 1-on-1 training with a coach. Does Focus provide that?

As of now, no.  While 1-on-1 training with a coach can be beneficial in certain situations, we at Focus Goalkeeping believe that by training in small groups we are able to train in a more game-like environment.  If you're specifically only interested in 1-on-1 training, please contact us and we'll be able to recommend someone who does provide that option.

What facilities do you use for your trainings, camps, & clinics?

Academy Training Sessions
Wake Competition Center - Field #2 (turf)
Competition Center Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560

ThanksDiving Clinic & GK Wars
Wake Competition Center (turf)
Competition Center Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560

Summer Camp
Wake Competition Center (turf)
Competition Center Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560

I feel like my goalkeeper is ready to move up to the next level/group - what gives?

Often times we get this question from parents and goalkeepers.  As soon as we feel like a goalkeeper has improved enough and is ready to move up to the next level/age group, we will move them.  We are constantly evaluating all areas of each goalkeeper.  You must be able to train at a high enough level to compete with the group, and more importantly, your SERVING abilities need to be on par with that group.  If you can't consistently serve at the required level of a group, you can't train with them yet.  As a goalkeeper these days distribution is equally as important as shot stopping - so make sure you're working on this area of your game as well.

Academy No-Show/Cancellation Policy

Anyone who is registered to attend a Focus GK Academy session & either -

A) Cancels within 24 hours of the session
B) Does not show up for the session -

will still be charged for the session.  You will not be allowed to register/attend another session until you have paid for the no-show/cancellation.

Refunds

Camp refunds are available up to the non-refundable deposit, as stated for the selected camp, outside of 30 days.  There are NO refunds inside of 30 days due to the required payments, bills, and deposits paid by Focus Goalkeeping Academy.

  • Summer Camp Deposit: $200
  • Any Single-Day Camp Deposit $50

Transfers

We do allow you to transfer your deposit to one of our other camps in the same calendar year ONLY.  Please email Kim Kern at krkern@gmail.com for assistance with this.

Athletic Trainer

There will be a certified Athletic Trainer at all camps run by Focus Goalkeeping Academy.

Parents and Guardians

All sessions, camps, and clinics are open to parents, guardians and coaches to visit.  Coaches are encouraged to call ahead.

Academy Training - Inclement Weather Policy

If we have to leave the field or cut a session short due to dangerous weather in the area, we will operate under the following policies:

  • If we get in more than 30 minutes of the session (half), then the session will count as completed.
  • If we get in less than 30 minutes of the session, we will not charge anyone (or will return payment for anyone who paid).
Focus Goalkeeping Academy

Focus Goalkeeping Academy

All trainings, camps, & clinics operated by Focus Goalkeeping Academy are neither owned nor operated by NC State University or any other Soccer Academy, Club, or College represented at the camp.

All trainings, camps, & clinics are open to any and all applicants and limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender.

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