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F U T E B O L
Pelada Futebol is our original and most popular program. Pelada Futebol is open to boys ages 7-13. Games are divided for 7-8 year olds, 9-10 year olds, and 11-13 year olds. Each Pelada (Match) consists of 18 players, divided into 3 teams of 6. Games end after a team scores one goal. When a team loses, the team waiting on the sideline enters the field to play the winning team. If the game is tied after 5 minutes, the team that played two games in a row exits the field to make way for the team waiting on the sideline.
Pelada Futebol is open to boys of all skill levels. We will organize the teams in a way that is fair in order to keep the games fun for all of the boys. There is no coaching or training, and we will never stop or interrupt the game to criticize or correct any player. The boys are completely free of any pressure or expectation, and they have the complete freedom to express themselves on the field.
All Peladas will be played on a small, artificial turf field. There are no out of bounds, and the field is surrounded by a wall which the ball bounces off of. This ensures that all players will be fully involved, stimulated, and immersed into the action and thrill of the game. On a small field with walls, there is no space or time to hide or take a break away from the action. Players have very limited time and space to control the ball and make decisions. This lack of space and time forces players to move faster, think quicker, play smarter and touch the ball more often.
No form of training or practice can replicate the enjoyment, chaos, thrill, and challenge of playing Pelada Futebol.
This is where talent is born, and legends are made.
F U T S A L
Pelada Futsal is our Futsal program, with the same street-style, pickup soccer, just-for-fun spirit of Pelada Futebol. Futsal is the term used for soccer games played on hardwood surfaces (such as basketball courts).
Pelada Futsal is open to boys ages 7-13. Games are divided for 7-8 year olds, 9-10 year olds, and 11-13 year olds. Each Pelada (Match) consists of 18 players, divided into 3 teams of 6. Games end after a team scores one goal. When a team loses, the team waiting on the sideline enters the field to play the winning team. If the game is tied after 6 minutes, the team that played two games in a row exits the field to make way for the team waiting on the sideline.
Pelada Futsal is open to boys of all skill levels.
Pelada Futsal games are played with an out-of-bounds line. When the ball goes out of bounds, teams get a kick-in (there are no throw-ins with the use of hands). All Pelada Futsal games are played with a ball known as a Futsal. Futsals are heavier, smaller, and bounce less than regular soccer balls
The hardwood floor, small field, and heavier ball mean that Pelada Futsal matches place a great emphasis on quick passing, teamwork, and control. Playing Pelada Futsal is a sure way to improve player technique, decision-making, balance, and skill.
S E L E Ç Ã O
Seleção is the Portuguese word for “Selection”. At Pelada Seleção we select the highest quality players from our Pelada Futebol and Pelada Futsal matches, and invite them to an all-star game for a chance to play with and compete against other top-level talents.
Pelada Seleção games are limited to two teams of 6 players. There is no third team.
Pelada Seleção games will be played on either an artificial turf field or a futsal court.
Pelada Seleção is the pinnacle of the Pelada experience, and this is the absolute best form of training and education for serious, high-level young athletes.
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F E M I N I N A
Pelada Feminina is our program dedicated to girls. These games are open to girls ages 9-14. Games are divided for 9-11 year olds, and 12-14 year olds. Each Pelada (Match) consists of 18 players, divided into 3 teams of 6. Games end after a team scores one goal. When a team loses, the team waiting on the sideline enters the field to play the winning team. If the game is tied after 5 minutes, the team that played two games in a row exits the field to make way for the team waiting on the sideline.
Pelada Feminina games will be played on either an artificial turf field or futsal court.
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Last but not least…
P R A I A
Praia is the Portuguese word for “Beach”. Pelada Praia games are played on an indoor sand field, with no shoes, using a beach soccer ball.
Pelada Praia will be open to boys and girls 10-13 years old. Boys and girls ages 10-13 will all play together in one combined session. There will be 18 players, divided into 3 teams of 6. Pelada Praia is open to all skill levels, but is recommended for intermediate and advanced level players due to the difficulty and intensity of playing on the sand.
The sand and its energy-absorbing properties mean that it is much harder to run. The sand is also not ideal for quick passes since the ball can easily get stuck if the pass isn’t powerful enough.
Players must adapt their game and use more long balls, volleys, long shots, and crosses in the air. Players must also position themselves smartly on the field in order to avoid running too much and depleting their energy.
Pelada Praia is the best form of soccer-specific physical conditioning and muscular strengthening, and it is a unique and rare experience in New York City which players can only experience through Pelada Praia.
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