First Start

The Chesapeake United First Start Program is the entry level of soccer that focuses on various aspects of individual player development. The objective of the First Start Program is to provide a basic, introductory environment for players who are just beginning organized sports. The program will concentrate on the social aspects of the game as well as fundamental, elementary soccer-specific topics including dribbling, passing, and shooting. The First Start Program seeks to develop an enjoyment for the game in each player while providing an age appropriate curriculum as a precursor to the Academy Program.

Calendar & Game Schedules

*Make-Up Schedule to be determined by the Club. Some rain dates are built into the Academy and First Start Schedules.*

Program Overview

Each season will include the following:

•  weekly 1-hour training sessions
•  1 Intra-First Start Program game each Saturday
•  Volunteer staff for individual teams
•  Parent meeting preceding the fall and spring seasons
•  2 training/game shirts
•  Awards Day at the conclusion of each season

For additional information about the Academy First Start Program, please contact: academydoc@chesapeakeunited.org

Program Fee Schedule

1. ACADEMY FIRST START PROGRAM FEES

U4-6 Academy First Start Program Fees:
Club Fee: $60.00 paid per season.

2. ACADEMY FIRST START PROGRAM CLUB FEE COVERS:

• Fee includes two jerseys (one white and one blue)
• VYSA Insurance Fees
• Trained Coaching Staff Salaries
• End of Season Treat and Award
• Club Staff
• Field use and maintenance
• Miscellaneous Club operational expenses

3. REFUND POLICY:

• Refunds can be requested up to the beginning of the season’s first practice.
• After the season begins, NO refunds will be given unless a player is injured or is required to move out of the Hampton Roads Area.
• The amount of refund or credit for the next season will be determined on a case by case basis.
• Documentation is required for unexpected moves or injuries.
• Refunds granted prior to the beginning of the season will be given less the following fees:
  • $15.00 Administrative Fee.
  • $ 10.00 VYSA Insurance Fee·
  • Money spent by club on jersey or trophy if orders already placed.

Refund request date is the date that a written request is made via letter or email. All requests must be in writing.

Registration Information

CUSC Academy Program Contacts

Nan Beck, Club Administrator ClubAdmin@ChesapeakeUnited.org

Kristin Carden, Technical Director
KC@ChesapeakeUnited.org

Required Equipment

ACADEMY AND FIRST START

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL NEED FOR PRACTICES AND GAMES:

• Cleats (preferred but tennis shoes are acceptable)
• Shinguards required
• Size 3 Soccer Ball – U4 through U6
• Size 3 Soccer Ball – U7 – U8
• Water