A STORY OF DUTCH FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
We strongly believe that a Youth Academy is the foundation of every Football Club. This is why we founded the DFDA Academy with a strong focus on the fundamentals. Our Academy aims to work with talented young players in and form them into top footballers. Currently, the Academy program is comprised of teams representing the age groups U8-U19. Each year, a new U8 crop of players join the Development Academy and Soccer School, while existing players graduate to the next level along the pathway.
Our program is also included developing the level of the trainers and the first football team of the clubs which are signed contract with them for long term development strategy. This is based on the TECHNIQUE and MOTOR SKILLES training from the Dutch Football School.
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Professional staff
Many DFDA Academy coaches have played professional and National Team level football and bring a wealth of experience. Our Staff is licensed Provincially, Nationally and Internationally but continue to learn, develop and grow. Our staff provide each player with an authentic mentoring experience from start to finish. Our staff has already implemented such football development program international and in the following countries; Japan, South-Korean, Romania, United Arab Emirates and China.
Jan Poortvliet
Example of our coaches
Jan Poortvliet (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjɑm ˈpoːrtflit]; born 21 September 1955) is a Dutch professional football coach and a former player who played as a left-back. He works as the coach of the Under-18 squad of FC Eindhoven He represented the Netherlands national team at the 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina.
His biggest club successes came when he played for PSV Eindhoven in the mid- and late 1970s. After his retirement in the early 1990s, he became a football manager and worked for clubs such as Den Bosch, RBC Roosendaal, Telstar and Southampton.
Our Mission
Mission of DFDA
Becoming a worldwide recognized and profitable company. A company that helps football academies and football associations to develop their youth structure. We help to develop your club's philosophy and vision on youth development and increase the production and outflow of top football players by your academy and individuals. DFDA wants to make a contribution to the world of football by sharing their knowledge and help clubs and individuals to reach their goals.
Our Vision
Football motor skills training
We focus on enhancing balance, speed, and agility on the football pitch. Through rigorous training, we help players master gross motor skills, not only boosting on-field performance but also improving control in everyday situations.
Football technique training
Our approach to technique training is unique. By analyzing the game and applying fundamental football principles, we provide the tools for success. Understanding and applying these principles can make or break a team's performance. We empower players and teams with this knowledge, enabling them to compete at the highest levels.