FIRST KICK
TO FIRST TEAM
We build players who love the game. For Life.
Real coaching, real development, and a real community —
youth soccer training that serves families across the East Valley
including Chandler, Mesa, and Queen Creek.
5K+
Players have leveled up with us
⭐️ Great for all levels
Amazing program!! The program is beneficial not only to lower level players looking to improve but also those club level athletes that want to maintain or work on specific areas.
David H.
Coach
⭐️ Phenomenal!
The best decision we made for our daughter's soccer development was getting her involved with Arizona Soccer Skills Academy. The coaches are phenomenal and they do an amazing job with individualizing each players learning and development.
Jessica
Soccer Parent
⭐️ Great Energy!
This environment helps kids develop their soccer skills with confidence. Coach Rizzo is excellent at communicating and very approachable.
Jay K.
Soccer Parent
The AZSSA Pathway
One home and one system, wherever your kid starts.
Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings, learning the game with a ball at their feet.
4v4 in our developmental league, with Tuesday practice and Friday game night.
5v5 in our developmental league, where the scores count and the season ends at Showcase Saturday.
Team-based training for players who are ready for the next step.
Five zones in every session, so we're always working on quicker feet, first touch, passing and scanning, finishing, and small-sided play, in short timed bursts that get every kid more touches.
Skills work followed by a scrimmage every weekend, open to any stage, for the extra reps between Tuesday and Friday.
A separate program for teens who are still developing or started late, where they can play and learn without club pressure and get ready for school soccer.
Every players journey is unique. Whether your player is showing strong skills early, struggling with playing time in the developing stages, or getting a late start, we meet your player where they are and help map out a plan for their growth.
A clear growth pathway for your player
We are a premier youth soccer organization founded in 2018 by Coach Rizzo. Operating out of Gilbert, Arizona, we serve young athletes across the entire East Valley, including Chandler, Mesa, and Queen Creek. AZSSA is built as a club-neutral development hub. We focus heavily on bridging the gap for players who are too advanced for basic recreational leagues but aren't quite ready for—or are burned out by—the politics and high-pressure environment of club soccer.
Saturday Skills & Scrimmages
Every Saturday Morning
8:30a-10:00a | Choose 6 or 8 sessions
Ages 4-16 | All Skill Levels
Developmental Soccer League
8 Week Season | Night Games
Professional training plus league play
Ages 4-13 | All Skill Levels
Next Season Starts Soon!
Player Development Program
Weekly Year-Round Training for
All Skill Levels | Ages 4-16
Saturday Skills & Scrimmages
Every Saturday Morning
8:30a-10:00a | Ages 4-16 | All Skill Levels
Getting started is simple >>
The best way to find out if Arizona Soccer Skills Academy is right for your child is to try a session with us.
Step One
Book a $25 Trial
Experience a session firsthand and see if our training is the right fit.
Step two
Get real feedback
Find Your Path? After the trial, we'll recommend the right program — Play, Grow, or Compete.
Step three
Watch them Grow
Enroll your player in a weekly training program, high energy camp, or our developmental league.
Get Noticed
Our coaches watch every player, every session.
When yours is ready for more, we'll help get them into the right club program.
Our Approach to Youth Soccer Skills Training
Soccer should be simple, joyful, and clear. We believe kids fall in love with the game when they feel supported and challenged at the right level. That’s why our programs give each player the step they need, when they need it.
Technical Ball Mastery
Proper technique is like sharpening a saw. The sharper the skills the better they cut through defenders! Our ball mastery training helps players feel confident on the field.
Balance, Quickness and Agility
Body, breath, and emotional control helps every player be the best athlete they can. We incorporate balance and agility training into every program.
Soccer Smarts
The best players have the best attitude and make intentional decisions in a game. We play specially designed small sided games that boost soccer IQ.
Experienced coaches & trainers ready to
boost your child's confidence.
Contact us
Have a question, feedback, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! Our friendly team have the answers you need and we're here to assist you in any way we can.
help@azsoccerskills.com
(480) 447-7154
Text or Call
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