PIT Soccer Academy Mission
At PIT SOCCER ACADEMY our mission is to create the highest quality training environment at the best soccer facility in North Texas. We believe in a positive and comprehensive approach, to encouraging and supporting players of all ages and ability levels who are looking to make new friends, stay active and chase their soccer dreams.
What Makes PSA Different?
The PIT’s training programs are focused on personalized player development in a team environment. With everyone individualizing the game so much, it’s easy to forget that soccer requires teamwork. That’s why we focus on skill-building in a team environment here at PIT+. With multiple ages and skill levels, it is easy to find the right session for your son or daughter each week.
PIT Soccer Academy offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to player development, going beyond just honing physical skills on the field. Focusing on mental, emotional, and cognitive behavioral skills is increasingly recognized as crucial in creating well-rounded athletes. Here are the key aspects of our program:
- Comprehensive Development: By addressing both physical and psychological aspects, Pit Soccer Academy aims to develop players into not only skilled athletes but also well-rounded individuals. This will contribute to their success not only on the field but also in various aspects of life.
- Cognitive Skill Enhancement: The emphasis on cognitive skills, such as quick thinking, situational awareness, and decision-making, is our commitment to developing soccer intelligence. This will give players a competitive edge by enabling them to read and respond to game situations more effectively.
- Activity Progression: The use of activity progression to engage decision-making indicates our structured and strategic approach to training. This will help players progressively build and apply their skills in a way that challenges them and encourages continuous improvement.
- Fast-Paced Training: The incorporation of fast-paced training with minimal downtime provides a dynamic and intense training environment. This will help players develop not only physical endurance but also mental agility, ensuring they are accustomed to the demands of real-game situations.
- Attention to Emotional Well-being: The acknowledgment of dealing with unwanted emotions is essential for the mental health of players. Teaching them how to manage emotions during high-pressure situations will contribute to their resilience and overall well-being.
- Multiple Activity Transitions: Using multiple transitions between activities will help maintain players’ focus and engagement. This is crucial for effective learning and skill retention.
- Situational Memory Training: The mention of remembering situations that have happened implies a focus on situational memory training. This is vital for players to learn from their experiences and apply those lessons in future games.
"We approach our training holistically, to address the technical, mechanical, and mental aspects of the game, increasing your player’s overall Soccer IQ."
Bobby Njoroge
Director of PSA
"We approach our training holistically, to address the technical, mechanical, and mental aspects of the game, increasing your player’s overall Soccer IQ."
Bobby Njoroge
Director of PSA
TRAINING FEES
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PIT Soccer Academy Training Shirt $20
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PSA Trial Session (One per player) $35
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Small-Group Non-PSA Member Drop-in (Single Session) $ 50 / Session
Available for PSA Pre-Select, Select, and Premier age groups ONLY
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Small-Group PSA Member Drop-in (Single Session) $ 40 / Session
Available for PSA Pre-Select, Select, and Premier age groups ONLY AND registered in the current month
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4 Small-Group PSA Classes Starting at $100
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8 Small-Group PSA Classes Starting at $200
Not Available for Advanced or Shooting & Finishing Classes
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FLEX8 Pass Starting at $276
Digital Punchcard with two-month flexibility. Click Below to learn more!
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8 sessions $276
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12 Sessions $414
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16 Sessions $552
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20 Sessions $690
All Flex8 options expire 2 months after purchase.
PIT Soccer Academy Flex8 Passes
Finding it hard to commit to signing your child up for a team or camp when you know you’ll frequently be traveling? Maybe an unpredictable schedule makes choosing a specific day difficult? The PSA Flex8 Pass is the perfect solution. These passes allow two-month flexibility so you and your family can travel without feeling like you’re leaving money on the table.
How to register for & use Flex8 Passes
- Log in to our registration site using your username and password
- New to PIT? Click here, click “Create Account” and follow the prompts
- Once logged in, click “Memberships & Passes” on the left-hand side.
- Click on “+ Add Pass”, for Customer select the player’s account you would like to add passes to and select the number of passes you would like to purchase (8, 12, 16, or 20).
- Need to purchase more passes? Click “Refill” and select the number of passes you want to purchase.
- NOTE: Flex8 passes expire two-month from the date of purchase; any passes not used in those two months will be lost, and NO credit will be given.
- If your player is not a current PIT Soccer Academy Shirt, you can purchase a shirt on the payment screen (PSA Training shirt required for PIT Soccer Academy training)
- In the shopping cart, click continue to proceed with payment
- Enter your payment details and select “Process Payment”
- You will be sent a receipt via email.
- To Use your Flex8 passes, upon check-in for PSA training, inform the front desk that you would like to use a Flex8 pass. front desk will write in your player’s name and inform you of how many passes you have left.
NEED A MAKE-UP SESSION?
Upcoming events
PSA Free Trial Sessions
PSA Free Trial Sessions
PIT Soccer Academy is offering free trial sessions throughout October!!
With Options Every Monday – Saturday in October for Ages 3+
Click Learn More to see what class options we have for you!
***Only One Time Use per Player***
Kicks in Costume
Kicks in Costume
Kicks in Costume is BACK at PIT Soccer Academy!
Please celebrate Halloween with us by showing up in costume to your PSA Training classes* on Thursday October 30th, and Youth Open Play on Friday, October 31st!
PSA Training: Thursday, October 30th / Times Vary / Ages: 3+
Youth Open Play: Friday, October 31st / 7:00 – 9:00 PM / Ages: 5-15
We can’t wait to enjoy two nights of spooky soccer training with you!
Pre-registration is recommended as spots are filling up fast – Click below to learn more!
*Must be registered for PSA Training Class to participate
Morning Youth Open Plays
Morning Youth Open Plays
PIT Soccer Academy is hosting TWO Morning Youth Open Play sessions in February!
Friday, February 13th: Ages 7-12
Monday, February 16th: Ages 5-12
Time (Both Dates): 9am – 12pm
Price: $15/player
*Friday Evening Youth Open Plays will resume as normal*
This event is Drop-Off/Pick-Up ONLY. Doors will close at 9:15am and pick-up will begin at 12pm on the second door on the south face of the PIT Frisco building.
Pre-registration is recommended as we have a limited spots available.
PSA Summer Camps
PSA Summer Camps
PIT Soccer Academy is hosting 11 Weeks of Summer Soccer Camps at our Frisco Location!
These indoor camps are designed to combine situational activities, technical work, and concept-building training to create an attentive soccer learning experience for which your child will love! The camps are offered for kids age 5 to 15, and will have two options: Half-Day and Full-Day. Half-Day will run from 9am-12pm, and the Full-Day will run from 9am-3pm. We will provide pepperoni or cheese pizza for Full-Day campers!
Event Dates: May 26 – August 6 (Mondays – Thursdays)
Time: 9 am – 12 pm or 9 am – 3 pm
Ages: 5-15
Half Day: $45 per day
Full Day: $75 per day
Sibling Discount: $10 off when registering second child! *Both children must be registered for the full camp*
Pre-registration is recommended as we have a limited spots available.
PSA 1v1 Tournament
PSA 1v1 Tournament
PIT Soccer Academy is hosting a 1v1 Double-Elimination Tournament for 32 players on March 20th! The entry fee will be $50/player.
Event Date: March 20
Time: 12:30 pm
Ages: 7-9, 10-12, & 16+
Prize: $100
Pre-registration is recommended as we have a limited spots available.
PSA Elite Training Camp
PSA Elite Training Camp
PIT Soccer Academy is hosting an Elite Soccer Camp in December!
This camp will target technical concepts, high-intensity technical work, spatial awareness activities, and number-specific attacking & defending possessional sessions.
Ages: 9-16
Time: 1pm-3pm
Event Dates: December 22-23
Pre-registration is recommended as we have a limited spots available.
PIT SOCCER ACADEMY TRAINING GEAR
Presented by North Texas Ford & Capelli Sport
Training Gear Requirement
The PIT Soccer Academy training gear will be decided every year by the PIT and our retail partner.
The PIT Soccer Academy training gear: PIT Soccer Academy Black training shirt
Shirts are not given for trial or single session registrations or Shooting & Finishing Class; players must sign up for a full month of Beginner/Pre-Select/Select/Premier training or Flex8 training bundle.
PRIVATE TRAINING OPTIONS
PSA Individual Training
Pricing
30-Minute Session: $50
60-Minute Session: $100
PSA Team Training
- Speed-up pace of play
- Maximize intensity
- Build cohesion through shared ideas
- Sharpen technique
- Develop decision-makers
Pricing
4 sessions (1x a week)
6-8 Players: $1,000
9-11 Players: $1,250
12+ Players: $1,500
MEET OUR HEAD COACH
Bobby Njoroge
Director of PIT Soccer Academy
(972) 360-0136
Bobby, the Director of PIT Soccer Academy, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the world of coaching. Throughout his career, he has been associated with prestigious DFW soccer clubs such as Fever Utd., DKSC, and served as the Technical Director of Footy Factory. Additionally, Bobby spent three years with City Futsal as a trainer and Futsal Head Coach, where he honed his skills and contributed to several National and World Futsal championships.
Bobby’s passion for coaching led him to seek mentorship from the renowned coaching staff at Santos Fc Futsal in Brazil, where he gained invaluable knowledge and received a coaching certificate. This experience helped shape his coaching philosophy, which centers around teaching the mind first. He believes in engaging the minds of players, ensuring they understand the “why” behind the game. By doing so, players become free thinkers and develop a deeper tactical understanding of the game, enhancing their abilities on the field.
At PIT Soccer Academy, Bobby’s training sessions are characterized by high tempo and game-like situations. This approach promotes attentiveness and allows players to experience the game’s challenges firsthand. Recognizing that soccer is played in a group setting, Robert emphasizes the importance of group training sessions. By training together, players enhance their game-reading abilities, decision-making skills, and comfort levels within a team dynamic.
Bobby’s coaching journey is rooted in his own playing experience, having played club soccer in the DFW Metroplex during his youth and representing West Texas A&M University for five years. It was during his time in college that he noticed the intelligence and tactical acumen displayed by foreign players, inspiring him to seek knowledge from these experienced individuals. His passion for coaching drove him to pursue an education in soccer, leading him to City Futsal, where his knowledge expanded, and his coaching career truly took off.
In terms of education, Bobby holds a bachelor’s degree in Sports and Exercise Science. Additionally, he boasts a Coaching Certificate from Santos Fc in Brazil, a testament to his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. His coaching achievements include being a three-time Futsal National Champion in 2014, 2015, and 2016, as well as being a finalist and securing third place in the Futsal World Championship in 2016. He was also a finalist in the Njcaa Division 1 Region 14 Regional competition in 2017.
If you are seeking a coach who prioritizes mental engagement, tactical understanding, and game-focused training, Bobby at PIT Soccer Academy is the ideal choice. Contact him today to discover how his expertise and dedication can help elevate your soccer skills and propel you to new heights.
felipe silva
PIT Soccer Academy Head Coach
Felipe Da Silva
Brazil ➝USA | MASL Champion | Brazilian National Team | PSA Head Coach
Born in Brazil, Felipe built a solid futsal career, playing for major clubs such as São Paulo FC, AABB-SP, ADC Mercedes-Benz, Clube São João de Jundiaí, and Osasco FC. In 2018, he took an important international step by moving to the United States to compete in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), the country’s professional futsal league.
He debuted with the St. Louis Ambush, where he played for three seasons and was named Rookie of the Year in his first season. In 2021, he transferred to the Dallas Sidekicks, maintaining his presence in the sport’s elite. In 2024, he won the MASL2 title with the Iowa Demon Hawks and, shortly thereafter, received the honor of being called up to the Brazilian National Team.
As a coach, Felipe worked for four years at PIT (Performance Indoor Training), where he applies his practical experience and passion for the sport to develop new talent. His working style is direct, intense, and focused on developing well-rounded athletes, both physically and mentally.
“My mission is simple: to share what I learned on the court, with intensity and clarity, to prepare the players of the future.”
(972) 360-0136
Felipe has played Futsal with the Sao Paulo Football Club, the Mercedes Benz Sports Association, Brazilian Athletic Association, Gremio Osasco, and Sao Joao/Jundiai. A native of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Felipe played soccer whenever he got the chance starting at the age of seven. “I was running behind the ball, at home, at school, on the street and all over the place,” he said. Felipe currently is playing for the Dallas Sidekicks and has appeared in 43 career games prior to 2021, compiling seven goals, 13 assists, and blocking 37 opponent shots. He also earned an All-MASL Honorable Mention in the league’s season awards for the 2018-19 season.
Training Partners
Pit Soccer Academy FAQs
We offer a $35 Trial Session that our coaches will use to evaluate your child and recommend which session would be most beneficial for them.
Yes. All players participating in training are required to wear their PSA Training shirt.
The shirt costs $20 and can be purchased from the front desk, or online (with front desk pickup before training) Valid for 1 year from purchase date.
PIT Soccer Academy training sessions take place on indoor fields at our Frisco facility.
You can sign up anytime! Click Here to begin.
Any unused sessions expire at the end of the month.
(Ex: Two unused January sessions would expire on February 1st.)
The PSA program only includes training and will not come with full soccer matches, however there may be some training activities that resemble game scenarios.