2012 Workshops


March 3, 2012
United Sports Training Center
1426 Marhsallton-Thorndale Road
Downingtown, PA 19335

The Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Workshop consists of over 1,500 soccer coaches, administrators, referees and enthusiasts and they are expected at the organization's annual workshop. The event, the area's largest of its kind for youth sports, features more than 35 educational workshops and demonstrations kicking off on Saturday morning and runs through Saturday late-afternoon. 

Admission to the Workshop provides many opportunities, including access to educational sessions that will accelerate and enhance knowledge of the game for anyone involved in youth soccer, from parents and coaches to regional, state and club administrators.

The workshop features numerous sessions for anyone involved in youth soccer including field demonstrations for coaches. In addition to the educational opportunities, the workshop features an exhibit hall. Opening Saturday, March 3 at 9:00 a.m. and runs until 3:00 p.m,, over 50 exhibitors are expected, featuring the latest soccer equipment, technology, apparel, fundraising ideas and more. 

The Kick Zone opens to provide an area for players featuring soccer inflatables and games. The exhibit hall and Kick Zone open Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for kids of all ages.  While the workshop runs through the day we will also have some of our ODP Teams showcasing their talent out on the turf fields right outside.

In addition to learning from leading clinicians in the areas of coaching and player development, the event will include topics from the challenges and realities of travel, risk management, organizing and financing field development. Registrants will also hear the latest in marketing techniques and tactics, sports medicine topics, developing and retaining youth referees and additional areas of interest regarding recreational, elite and disabled players. 

Registration will not include hotel room reservation; however, Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer has secured room blocks for hotels in close proximity to the workshop.

For more information please contact Kylea Meredith.