The main goal of the camp is to help young goalkeepers understand the role and responsibilities of a goalkeeper during different phases and sub-phases of the football game. A goalkeeper’s technically and tactically correct performance enables high-quality play in both defensive and attacking phases.

At the camp, young goalkeepers work on goalkeeper technique and tactics, while additional analysis highlights the key elements and their execution necessary for their development as modern goalkeepers. Through our experience and the educational programs we have successfully completed, we explain these techniques and tactical principles both through individual work at the camp and detailed analyses. At the same time, we apply everything directly on the field through practical training sessions with young goalkeepers.

For goalkeepers who are willing to continue working according to our program, we also organize individual training sessions after the camp in order to support their further development through additional advice and specialized training. We are also open to cooperation with the coaches of the clubs where the goalkeepers currently play.

Training at the camp is adapted to each age group and level of technical and tactical ability. This is also considered when forming training groups, which may be adjusted during the camp depending on the needs of the goalkeepers. Our goal is to maintain the highest quality of work within every group.

WORK WITH YOUNGER AGE GROUPS IN FULL-DAY CAMP PROGRAMS

Pre-Competitors (7–9 years and 10–11 years)

Focus on learning the basic goalkeeper stance, movement inside the goal area, reaction while moving, ball catching, diving techniques, and positioning in relation to the ball. Training also includes coordination, flexibility, learning basic throwing techniques by hand and kicking techniques (front volley), while encouraging the development of hygiene habits, discipline, and respect for camp rules. The emphasis is placed on correcting movement patterns and intensive learning of technical elements. Goalkeepers also work on footwork, positioning, receiving and distributing the ball in game-like situations using both feet.

Younger Pioneers (12–13 years)

With the transition from smaller to full-size goals and the development of logical understanding of tasks, training focuses on improving previously learned technical elements by combining multiple movements with greater speed and intensity. Training includes dynamic flexibility, coordination, and reaction speed. Tactical preparation of goalkeepers in both defensive and attacking phases is carried out individually through a systematic training process dominated by situational training methods. Goalkeepers also work on global tactical requirements and tactical understanding connected with technical execution. Special focus is placed on footwork in game situations during build-up play through the first and second defensive lines, as well as dealing with high balls.

Pioneers (14–15 years)

Technical and tactical development is achieved through a high number of repetitions of more complex and demanding exercises. Technical elements are connected and performed dynamically at a higher speed. Training includes coordination and strength exercises for catching low balls while diving, catching aerial balls (mid-height and high balls), deflecting high balls while diving, and punching the ball with one hand. Goalkeepers also practice side-arm throws and half-volley distribution (drop-kick). Tactical training focuses on both defensive and attacking phases through individual and situational exercises. Work on footwork in build-up play through the first, second, and third defensive lines is emphasized, as well as positioning and attacking high balls.

Cadets (16–17 years)

Training is based on optimal workload with the goal of improving technical-tactical, physical, and psychological performance while refining already developed football skills. Additional focus is placed on technical elements that have not yet reached a higher level. Tactical preparation is carried out at a more advanced level with a clear definition of the goalkeeper’s role in defensive and attacking phases. Exercises emphasize flexibility, coordination, speed, and strength endurance. Goalkeepers continue working on footwork during build-up play through the first, second, and third defensive lines, as well as positioning and dealing with high balls.

Juniors (18–19 years) and Seniors (20+)

Technical details are refined and individualized according to the goalkeeper’s physical attributes such as height, speed, and body structure. Tactical training focuses on the intensive development of tactical understanding and decision-making through individual exercises in both defensive and attacking phases. Exercises continue to emphasize flexibility, coordination, speed, and endurance strength. Special focus is placed on footwork during build-up play through the first, second, and third defensive lines, as well as positioning and attacking high balls.