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Program overview

introduction

U6
U8

foundation

U10
U12

refinement

U14
U16

Player Progression Development Model (P.P.D.M)

Each age requires a different approach to training and development. The Player Progression Development Model was built to ensure that players get the best and most appropriate training for their age. The complete system guides coaches, players and parents with our age base courses, our 3D animated Drill library and our Film Room video techniques, all designed to make a better, safer game. Select an age group above for more details

Each age group has 11 components that make up a complete development plan.

Physical Skills
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability
Technical Skills
Team Warmup
Training
Planning
Competition
Competition
Ratio
USA Football Coach Certification
Parents Priorities

Under 6 - Introduction Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Agility Balance - Static & Dynamic Coordination - Simple Speed - Linear (FWD / BKWD) Running Form Reaction speed Warm up and simple cool down Other sports for fun
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip Passing the football Catching the football Ball security Pulling the flag Covering Rusher stance DB stance
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency	5 to 1
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support

Under 8 - Introduction Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Coordination - Simple-Complex Strength - own weight Flexibility Rhythm Speed of coordination Footwork
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip Passing the football Catching the football Ball security Pulling the flag Covering Rusher stance DB stance
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency	5 to 1
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support

Under 10 - Foundation Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Speed - Linear and Lateral Core strength Acceleration and deceleration Hydration Warm up and cool down Average age for onset of growth spurt in girls
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip Passing the football Catching the football Ball security Pulling the flag Covering Rusher stance DB stance
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency	5 to 1
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support

Under 12 - Foundation Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Speed - multi directional Endurance Footwork patterns Hydration Skill development will depend on growth spurt Average age for onset of growth spurt in boys Average age for growth spurt peak in girls
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency	5 to 1
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support

Under 14 - Refinement Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Play two complementary sports Skill development will depend on growth spurt Average for growth spurt peak in boys Average for end of growth spurt in girls
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip Passing the football Catching the football Ball security Pulling the flag Covering Rusher stance DB stance
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency	5 to 1
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support

Under 16 - Refinement Phase

Each age group requires different approaches and techniques. Be confident that you're teaching in a way your players can safely and quickly become their best.

Physical Skills	Build strength through weight training Power Speed endurance Play one additional sport if specializing in football Skill development will depend on growth spurt Average age for end of growth spurt in boys
Mental, Emotional & Social Ability	New Skills - Flag Football How to be a group member New challenges How to practice How to win and lose Basic rules How react and anticipate
Technical Skills	2 point stance 3 point stance Direct snap Making a handoff Receive handoffs - dive, angle, wide Passing grip Passing the football Catching the football
Team Warmup	Run form forward and backward Speed Agility Balance Coordination
Training Volume, Intensity & Type	Season: 6-8 weeks 2 days per week 60 minutes per practice
Planning	Well Planned program, but no periodization
Competition	League/Club Flag Games 1 game per week 4-6 games per season 40 minutes per game with continous check
Competition Type & Frequency
Ratio Training to Game Hours	Flag Certification Course Flag Certification Quiz Flag Player Course
USA Football Coach Certification	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support
Parents Priorities	Close proximity at all times Strong, visible support