Goalkeeping

At iProSkills Academy, we understand that the goalkeeper is more than just the last line of defense—they are the foundation of the team. Goalkeepers require a unique blend of technical precision, mental resilience, and tactical awareness to perform at their best under pressure.

Our Goalkeeper Training Program provides specialized, individualized coaching designed to develop every aspect of a goalkeeper’s game. Each session is carefully tailored to the player’s age, level, and experience, ensuring a clear pathway of progression from beginner to elite.

Our curriculum focuses on five key areas essential to every goalkeeper’s success:

  • Footwork and positioning – mastering efficient movement and balance
  • Catching and handling technique – improving confidence and control in all situations
  • Diving form and recovery – developing proper mechanics for safety and efficiency
  • Tactical awareness – understanding angles, distribution, and communication with the team
  • Injury prevention and physical preparation – maintaining long-term durability and performance

Sessions are led by licensed iProSkills coaches holding UEFA and U.S. Soccer Federation certifications, ensuring the highest professional standards. With the guidance of our Director of Player Development, a former Chelsea FC Academy Coach & Scout, players gain insight and methodology from one of the world’s most respected academies.

Our goalkeeping program prepares players mentally, technically, tactically and physically for the demands of modern soccer—whether competing at the travel, high school, college, or professional level.

At iProSkills, we don’t just train goalkeepers—we develop leaders, decision-makers, and confident shot-stoppers ready to command their box and inspire their team.

iProSkills Academy is a European-style soccer club for Chicagoland youth of all ages

Program Details

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Who
Boys & girls ages 6-16

Season
Fall: September to November
Spring: April to June

Session length
1h : 30 min

Practice days
Tuesdays & Thursday

Cost:
Free for iProSkills Travel Players
Otherwise $25 per session or $400 for the full season*

Where
Rogers Park
7260 N. Rockwell, Chicago, IL

* Need-based scholarships available, contact us for more information

Program Hours Age Group
5:00 – 6:30 PM U8 – U11 (players born in )
6:30 – 8:00 PM U12 – U16 (players born in )

Private goalkeeping training is available for both individuals and groups. Please contact us for more information and rates.

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Register Today

To register for goalkeeping, please email us at contact@iproskills.com.

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