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Vale Rush United Grassroots Academy
Purpose
Our Vale Rush United Grassroots Academy is designed to introduce young players, from ages 3-12, to soccer in an environment that is engaging, supportive, and developmental focused. Through imaginative games, age-specific coaching, and a focus on confidence over competition, children build the technical skills, coordination, and character that become the foundation for lifelong success in sport.
Find the location nearest you and begin your soccer journey today!
Free Sessions in North Branford
Join Vale Rush United Grassroots Academy this fall (September - October) for FREE soccer sessions designed to introduce young players to the game through fun, creative, and development-focused play.
There’s no cost to participate. All you need to do is register!
CT Sportsplex | North Branford, CT
Grassroots Academy | Ages 3–8
Ready to get started? Register today!
For questions or more information, contact Coach Nate at nate@valesc.com.
Middletown
The Forge | 49 Randolph Rd, Middletown CT
South
CT Sportsplex | 216 Foxon Rd, North Branford
East
Miller Richardson Park | 325 Main St, Coventry, CT 06238
North
Day Hill Dome | 875 Day Hill Rd, Windsor, CT
Middletown & South Grassroots Academy
Director | Nate Roberts | nate@valesc.com
Middletown | The Forge, Middletown, CT
South | CT Sportsplex, North Branford, CT
The Seedlings Program (Ages 3-4)
Seedlings is the perfect introduction to soccer. Parents and children participate together through imaginative, story-based activities that encourage movement, coordination and confidence. Using colorful equipment, creative games, and age-appropriate challenges, players begin developing fundamental movement skills with their family.
Middletown Fall Session 2
Fall Session 2 Seedlings - Register Here
Saturdays
Time: 9-9:45 AM
Dates:
October 17, 24, 31
November 7, 14, 21
Fall Session 2 will start outdoors at The Forge and will move indoors to the Vale Field House starting November 7th.
Middletown Winter Session 1
Winter Session 1 Seedlings - Register Here
Saturdays
Time: 9-9:45 AM
Dates:
December 5, 12, 19
January 2, 9, 16
South Winter Session 1
South Seedlings Winter Session 1 - Register Here
Program Hours
Mondays: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Seedlings 5-5:45 PM
Winter 1 Session (5 Weeks)
Week 1: Dec 7 (Mon)
Week 2: Dec 14 (Mon)
Week 3: Dec 21 (Mon)
[Dec 28: CANCELLED – Holiday Break]
Week 4: Jan 4 (Mon)
Week 5: Jan 11 (Mon)
The Sprouts Program (Ages 5-8)
Sprouts serves as Connecticut's premier developmental launchpad for soccer players ready to take the next step. Built around high-energy training, creative learning experiences, and small-sided gameplay, players begin developing the technical foundation and decision-making skills that prepare them for competitive soccer.
Middletown Fall Session 2
Fall Session 2 Sprouts - Register Here
Outdoors @ The Forge (49 Randolph Rd)
Sessions will go indoors @ The Fieldhouse (1280 Newfield St) on November 7th
Monday & Thursday: 5 – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 – 11 AM
Dates:
October
15, 17
19, 22, 24
26, 29, 31
November
2, 5, 7
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday: 5 – 6 PM
Dates:
November
10, 12, 15
17, 19, 21
24
Nov 24 (Tuesday before Thanksgiving)
Middletown Winter Session 1
Winter Session 1 Sprouts - Register Here
Tuesday & Thursday: 5 – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 – 11 AM
Dates:
Dec 1, Dec 3, Dec 5
Dec 8, 10, 12
Dec 15, 17, 19
[Holiday Break]
Jan 5, 7, 9
Jan 12, 14, 16
Jan 19, 21, 23
South Winter Session 1
South Sprouts Winter Session 1 - Register Here
Program Hours
Mondays: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Sprouts 6-7 PM
Wednesdays: 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Sprouts 5-6 PM
Winter 1 Session (5 Weeks)
Week 1: Dec 7 (Mon), Dec 9 (Wed)
Week 2: Dec 14 (Mon), Dec 16 (Wed)
Week 3: Dec 21 (Mon), Dec 23 (Wed)
[Dec 28 & Dec 30: CANCELLED – Holiday Break]
Week 4: Jan 4 (Mon), Jan 6 (Wed)
Week 5: Jan 11 (Mon), Jan 13 (Wed)
Questions about the Grassroots Academy? Contact Nate Roberts at nate@valesc.com
East Grassroots Academy
Director | Jeremy Wilson | jeremy@valesc.com
Miller Richardson Park | 325 Main St, Coventry, CT 06238
North Grassroots Academy
Director | Adriano Allain | adriano@valesc.com
Day Hill Dome | 875 Day Hill Rd, Windsor, CT
PASS - Pro Active Soccer Sessions (Ages 7-12)
A focused technical development program designed to help young players sharpen their skills, build confidence, and take their game to the next level.
Led by experienced, licensed coaching staff, P.A.S.S. provides intentional training designed around technical growth, repetition, creativity, and player development.
