National Academy of Athletics Youth Soccer Programs & Camps

1260 North Dutton Ave., Suite 205, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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National Academy of Athletics Youth Soccer Programs & Camps offers youth sports programs that include soccer as one of more than 12 sports. The program runs soccer activities through camps, clinics, after-school enrichment, school break camps, weekend clinics, and recreational leagues, and also offers all-sport and agility training options that include soccer.

• Ages: 3–14 years old

Founded in 2012, the National Academy of Athletics has grown into a national franchise network with local leadership in every territory. The organization uses an expert-designed, professional curriculum with structured skill progression that includes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence-building. All programs use NAofA Certified Coaches, and coach training includes safety, communication, positive coaching, and fingerprinting, with certified, fingerprinted coaches leading activities. The National Academy of Athletics is trusted by more than 300 schools and cities, has served over 1 million kids, and partners with cities, schools, recreation departments, and community organizations to provide full program management, including registration, equipment, staffing, curriculum, supervision, safety, and reporting. The organization’s mission states that sports have the ability to change lives and focuses on helping every child develop confidence, character, resilience, and communication skills through meaningful, well-designed sports experiences, using the slogans Play Hard. Have Fun.® and Building Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®. The National Academy of Athletics was founded by Aaron Locks, who leads an executive team.

Parent and community reviews describe the National Academy of Athletics as having strong support for franchisees, leadership with a passion for helping kids, and a culture with mentors and coaches who impact players’ skillset, mindset, and overall health. Reviews also highlight that the program teaches kids’ life skills through sports and play, provides equipment and gear for children to play hard and have fun, and is viewed as a great place for children to practice their sport.

Last updated May 15, 2026.

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