Rising Academy

What is the Rising Academy?

The Academy is designed for players who are ready for a more focused and challenging soccer environment. It is the next step for players who want to improve faster, train more often, and be pushed in the right way.


Players train in a structured setting led by Rising staff, with a clear focus on skill development, decision making, and understanding the game. Sessions are built to challenge players while still keeping the game fun and engaging.


The Academy bridges the gap between Youth League and competitive soccer. It gives players a higher level of training and prepares them for the next step into competitive teams, all while staying in a supportive and positive environment.

Details about the Academy

Season

A 12 week program players will participate in 7-10 league games held mostly on Saturdays and participate in one local tournament per season.  There will be separate teams formed for girls and boys. 

  • These games are NOT competitive league games; the games offered are though Central Academy League with licensed and paid coaches. 

 

Eligibility

  • U9, U10 with teams formed based on coaching assessments.  There are no tryouts required.


*Any younger birth year players interested in playing will need to be approved through an evaluation. To schedule an evaluation, please email LukeLines@arkansasrising.org.


Training

Three sessions per week:

  • Two team sessions
  • One additional age-group session

Training specifics, including schedule and locations, will be announced two weeks prior to start of the season. 



Player Commitment

Players must:

  • Attend and be punctual for all practices and games.
  • Wear official Rising attire and follow club values.
  • Practice skills independently.


Location

  • East Little Rock - Murray Park
  • West Little Rock - Natural Steps
  • North Little Rock - Maumelle



All games will be held at Burns on Saturdays

Cost

Registration: $371.00
Covers all season essentials including registration, referees, insurance, coaching, and one tournament.

 

Uniforms: Approximately $90.00 plus tax, reusable across seasons.