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Grind24 is Elite FT's 24-minute intense soccer training circuit!
⚽ Grind24 – Elite FT’s 24-Minute Soccer Training Circuit for Players Who Want More ⚽
We know parents are busy, and we know players want results. That’s why we created Grind24 — a focused, high-intensity soccer training program for players in 3rd-7th grade that delivers maximum impact in just 24 minutes. Players will work independently for an age appropriate, skill appropriate burn! See it in action! View the Grind24 video above.
✔️ Efficient – Sessions run every 30 minutes, so it fits right into your schedule.
✔️ Soccer-Specific – Every station is designed to improve your child’s technical ability, core strength, and overall fitness.
✔️ Proven Development – Activities like Icon Fast Feet ball control, wall passing, battle ropes, row machines and core strength training build sharper skills and stronger, more resilient athletes.
Grind24 takes place on the turf in The Annex inside The Sports Academy, providing a safe, structured environment where kids work hard, have fun, and walk away better every time. Whether your player wants to gain an edge for their team or just get a fun, effective workout, Grind24 is the answer.
Give your child the training they need — in less time than it takes to watch a TV show.
Details:
- Dates: Weeks of November 17, 24; December 1, 8, 15, 22 (Off November 26-30 & December 23-27)
- Choose the dates & times that fit your schedule
- Grades: 3rd-6th; Boys & Girls
- Times - 24 minute sessions:
- Monday, Thursday or Friday; 6:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm
- Tuesday, November 25 only; 6:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm, 7:30pm
- Saturday Morning; 9:00am, 9:30am, 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am
- Saturday Afternoon; 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm
- Sunday; 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm
- Cost: $15 per class
Location:
- The Annex (inside The Sports Academy-101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL 62034)
The Metro East’s first spring recreational soccer league where players of all levels—beginners to future stars—come together for fun, growth, and quality training from experienced coaches. Whether your child is kicking the ball for the first time or looking for more structured games and training, this league is the perfect place to learn, play, and love the game! Info: PreK-4th Grade; Boys & Girls; no experience necessary 5 Week Outdoor League Sundays March 22, 29; April 12, 19, 26 (OFF April 5 for Easter) PreK–1st Grade: 15 minutes of skills + a game consisting of two 15-minute halves 2nd–4th Grade: 20 minutes of skills + a game consisting of two 25-minute halves Divisions for boys and girls (may be combined if needed) List 2-3 friends you would like to play with Group Discount-register with 6 or more players and save 20% each and be on the same team! Contact info@eliteft.com for coupon code prior to registering A focus on teamwork, fun, and skill development in an encouraging environment We provide experienced coaches educated through "The Elite Way!" We provide each player with a team jersey Participant Perk: add one practice per week at Elite FT classes in Glen Carbon or O'Fallon and take 10% off your purchase by using coupon code: metroeastleague at checkout! Click HERE for class options. Location: Collinsville Area Soccer Association Fields (CASA) - 960 McDonough Lake Rd, Collinsville IL 62234 Times: Program times will be between 12:30-5:00pm and will be announced after registration ends, the week of March 15. Younger ages will play earlier and we will progress through all age groups. Price: $99/player; payment plan available Registration Deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026
School's Out FUN Camp When "School's Out, FUN Camp" is IN! The Sports Academy in Glen Carbon
Come join us for our 17th Annual Elite FT Holiday Camp! This camp can be described in two words: FUN SOCCER! Players spend enough time throughout the year being serious. Our Holiday Camp is the area's most popular camp for a single reason... we have fun ALL DAY LONG! What: 17th Annual Holiday Camp Who: Grades K-8; Goalkeeper Option Grades 3-8 Dates: December 26, 29 & 30 Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm *$10/camp per child or $5/day per child early drop off AND/OR late pick-up, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM; 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Where: The Sports Academy (101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL 62034) Camp Options: 1, 2, or all 3 days Price: $95-$185 Registration Deadline is Friday, December 12-late registrations will not receive a 2025 camp shirt We will send notification when shirts are in if you would like to pick them up early to put under the tree. If you do not pick your shirt up early, you can pick them up on your first day of camp. Campers should wear their camp shirts on Day 1 and Day 3. On Day 2, campers should wear their ‘Favorite Soccer Shirt'. Some of the fun activities include: EFT Olympics with Gold Medal Ceremony Bosco's Birthday Party The ever-so-popular game "TAKE A HIKE!" North Pole visit including gift exchange GOALKEEPERS Goalkeeper Games will be a part of Holiday Camp again this year. EFT Goalkeeper Academy coaches will work exclusively with the keepers in the mornings for technical training. In the afternoon, they will join the field players for live action. Example of daily timeline of activities: 9:00-9:45am - Fun Group Warmup/Game 9:45-11:15am - Small group stations *10:30-10:45am - Snack break 11:15am-12:00pm - Scrimmage 12:00-12:30pm - Lunch 12:30-1:00pm - Fun Lunch Games 1:00-1:45pm - Fun Group Warmup 1:45-3:15pm - Small group stations *2:30-2:45pm - Snack break 3:15pm-4:00pm - Scrimmage Additional Notes: Lunch will be provided to campers each day. However, please send plenty of snacks and drinks with your child. It’s better for them to come home with extra than to run out. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from The Sports Academy concession stand. As a reminder, if you are sending your kiddos with money, please have a conversation with them about keeping their money safe. All campers will need to keep their money in their bags unless they are actively using it. On day 3 of camp, stations are shortened and scrimmages end by 3:15pm in order to prepare for the grand finale of camp, which consists of our visitor from the North Pole, Gift Exchange and Annual Olympic Gold Medal Ceremony. In order for your child to take part in the gift exchange, we ask for you to send in a wrapped gift that costs $5 but no more than $10 (no gift cards please) and is gender neutral.
