HIGH PERFORMANCE
SOCCER TRAINING

Train like a Pro with Melo 

Golaco Academy Training is dedicated to high-performance soccer training, focusing on the development of players’ technical skills. Our mission is to enhance players’ abilities in various facets of the game, including ball confidence, first touch improvement, skill acquisition, and mastering proper passing and shooting techniques. We strive to accelerate the speed of play and instill a deep love for soccer in every participant. Being non-club affiliated, we cater to players of all ages and skill levels, guiding them towards professional, collegiate, and high school opportunities. In addition to our regular training sessions, Golaco Academy provides a variety of programs such as summer camps, team camps, winter clinics, personal training sessions, and small group training, ensuring that each player receives tailored support to reach their full potential.

Golaco Winter Clinic 2026

Technical Development. Confidence on the Ball. Game Performance.

The Golaco Winter Clinic is a six weeks player development program designed to help young soccer players improve their technical skills, build confidence on the ball, and develop a stronger foundation for the game.

Throughout the clinic, players will participate in a structured training program focused on developing essential soccer techniques through purposeful drills, individual skill development, and game-related activities.

Our goal is to help every player become more comfortable, confident, and effective with the ball while learning how to apply their technical skills in game situations.

Training Focus

    • Ball Mastery: Improve ball control, coordination, footwork, and comfort on the ball.

    • First Touch: Develop a better first touch and the ability to control the ball in different situations.

    • Receiving & Passing: Improve passing accuracy, receiving techniques, and decision-making.

    • 1v1 Attacking Skills: Develop dribbling, creativity, change of direction, and the confidence to take on defenders.

    • Defending Skills: Improve defensive positioning, footwork, timing, and the ability to defend effectively in 1v1 situations.

    • Shooting Techniques: Develop proper shooting mechanics, accuracy, and finishing ability.

    • Small-Sided Games & Scrimmages: Apply technical skills in game-like situations while developing creativity, awareness, and confidence.

Clinic Information

Dates: November: 6, 13, 20, 27th
December: 4, 11th
Age: 6-14 years old

Training Times:

  • 5:00 PM – Younger Group (Full booked)

  • 6:00 PM – Middle Group

  • 7:00 PM – Older Group

Training Times: Cost $250 (Includes Golaco T-shirt)
Location: PerformFit Indoor Turf
10880 Railroad Ave, Cockeysville, MD 21030

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Golaco Futsal Academy Fall 2026

⚽️🔥 GOLACO FUTSAL ACADEMY 2026 IS BACK! 🔥⚽️

Want to improve your game this fall? Futsal is one of the best ways to develop the correct fundamentals of soccer while playing in a fast-paced and competitive environment! 💨⚽️

Our training will focus on:
✅ Ball Control
✅ Ball Mastery
✅ First Touch
✅ Passing & Shooting Technique
✅ Quick Decision Making
✅ Professional Coaching

📅 8 Wednesdays | September 9 – October 28
⏰ 6PM: Younger Group | 7PM: Older Group
📍 Jacksonville Community Center
💰 $250 — Golaco T-Shirt Included!

🚨 LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!

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HEREFORD ZONE 4X4 TOURNAMENT 🏆

Get ready for a fast-paced day of soccer, competition, and FUN!

We’re excited to announce the Hereford Zone 4X4 Tournament, presented by Golaco Academy Training! This is a great opportunity for young players to finish the season with an exciting small-sided soccer experience on our inflatable 4v4 fields.

Expect more touches, more goals, more action, and more FUN! Players will compete in a fast-paced 4v4 format designed to challenge their skills while enjoying a fun tournament atmosphere.

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

Date: November 14th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Sweet Air Park
3605 Sweet Air Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131
Ages: U6–U12
Cost: $50 per player
4 Games Guaranteed
Trophy & Medals for Champions

WHY 4X4?

Small-sided soccer means more touches on the ball, more opportunities to attack, more decision-making, and more involvement for every player. It’s competitive, exciting, and a great way for players to put their skills to the test!

Bring your teammates. Bring your energy. Get ready to compete!

🔥 SMALL SIDES. BIG FUN.

Spots are limited — register today and join us for an unforgettable day of 4x4 soccer!

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Golaco Academy Training
www.golacoacademy.com

About us  

Golaco Academy Training was founded back in 2015 with Coach Melo vision to assist players in becoming more confident and comfortable with the ball. It is crucial for players to learn the proper techniques about ball controlling, first touch, passing, shooting. Additionally, players at Golaco Academy aims to acquire new skills and different turnings with the ball and have a fast speed of play.

Customized: All of our sessions are customized to meet the specific requirements of each player, ensuring a personalized and effective approach to their development.

Passion Drives Performance: Passion is a key driver of performance in sports. At our core, we prioritize the significance of players not only excelling but also finding joy and passion in the beautiful game.

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Small Group Training - Drop Ins 


Golaco Academy offers high-performance soccer training to help players improve their skills. Our program focuses on teaching proper techniques to enhance your soccer abilities. Join us and perfect your game at Golaco Academy Training.

  • SATURDAY 8am (Older group 1)

  • SATURDAY: 9am (Younger group)

  • SATURDAY: 10am (Older Group 2)

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Private Training

Individual sessions with a personalized training specific for each player. Learn and improve new skills faster. Confidence with the ball, better first touch and fast speed of play.

Group Training

Small group training With my customized training programs kids work hard together improving all the fundamentals: first touch, passing, skills, turning, shooting and playing together.

Team Sessions

Team sessions are specific for the needs of your team. All sessions are personalized to improve individual and team tactics. Learning to play as a team and improving players confidence with the ball.

Camps / Clinics

Summer Camps and Winter Clinics available during the year. Camps / Clinics are great to learn and have fun while developing a passion for the game.

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“Coach Melo is the best soccer coach we have ever had. His positivity and elite training helped my son reach his goal of playing College soccer.”

— Heather R..

“Melo is an excellent coach who is always striving to mold young athletes into great players. He uses his knowledge of soccer to help them. His coaching skills are second to no one. ”
— Michelle S.
“Melo is a rare combination of talent and coach - he knows the skills he teaches at a very high level and is an excellent teacher. He has tailored the training of particular needs of my daughter. ”
— Pat P.
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Meet Melo.

International Soccer player who’s passion for the game is unmatched!