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No Commitment Required
Enjoy flexible, month-to-month plans with no long-term commitment. Join when it fits your schedule and stay as long as you like.
Different Days Available
Flexible training options on Fridays and Sundays allow players to choose sessions that best fit their schedule while maximizing development opportunities.
ACADEMY PROGRAM IN ASHEVILLE
Futsal TA is bringing Brazilian futsal methodology to Western North Carolina. Our Asheville academy trains boys and girls ages 7 to 17 on Sunday afternoons at IC Imagine, with year-round indoor sessions built around touches, speed of decision, and control under pressure.
Futsal is played on a hard court with a smaller, heavier ball. There is nowhere to hide and no long ball to chase. That is precisely why it builds technical players. Every session is organized by age and experience, so beginners find their feet while experienced players get pushed.
Sessions run year-round with no seasonal commitment, so families across Asheville, West Asheville, Candler, Enka, Leicester, Arden and Weaverville can keep developing through the winter without waiting on field conditions.
Why Futsal Works
More
Touches
Futsal's smaller court and low-bounce ball mean players touch the ball far more often than in traditional outdoor soccer, which is ideal for developing control, rhythm, and footwork.
Faster
Decisions
Futsal's tight spaces force players to make decisions quickly, improving their game IQ and reaction speed. These are skills that translate directly to outdoor play.
30+
Million Players
Futsal is played by over 30 million people worldwide and is the go-to method for developing top talent in countries like Brazil and Spain.
More
Shots
With fewer players and a smaller court, players get many more chances to attack, shoot, and score, which builds confidence in front of goal.
Futsal TA has trained hundreds of young players across our North Carolina academies using these same principles.
About OUR SESSIONS
When are training sessions held?
Our Asheville program runs every Sunday afternoon at IC Imagine, offering year-round indoor training designed to raise technical level through fast-paced, high-repetition futsal sessions.
First trial sessions are Sunday, November 1 and 8, 2026.
Who can join?
Boys and girls ages 7 to 17 are welcome. Players are grouped by birth year and experience level.
Training Location & Address
IC Imagine Public Charter School - 110 Champion Way, Asheville, NC 28806
SESSIONS DAY & TIMES
Sundays
4:30 - 5:30 PM: Players 2017s and younger
5:30 - 6:45 PM: Players 2016s and older
WHAT TO EXPECT
- First Session: Wear comfortable athletic clothing and indoor court shoes. We provide balls and bibs. Arrive ten minutes early so we can place your player in the right group.
Academy Fee | Commitment | Training Period |
|---|---|---|
$125/mo | Zero | Available Year-Round |
WHAT FAMILIES SAY
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TESTIMONIAL
Over the past 10 months, the FTA Academy has had an incredible impact on my son. Just one futsal session a week helped transform his ball control, field awareness, and confidence — and those skills now shine on the outdoor field too.
We only wish we could join more sessions each week!
Thiago and his team are top-notch — knowledgeable, passionate, and fully committed to player growth. FTA is the best investment we’ve made in our son’s development.
- Keith Greenberg
Futsal TA is a phenomenal program for youth development. Thiago and his team have a creative approach on developing the technical, tactical, and mental aspects of the game.
I have a 6 and 8 year old that are in the pre-academy program and can’t wait for the next practice or game each week.
They love the coaches as if they were family. I couldn’t recommend a better organization for our youth in the Charlotte area. Wonderful Program!!!!
- Bob Griffeth
Our son loves it. Came to organization as someone new to Futsal. This program has supercharged his development in outdoor soccer.
He has grown a ton and considers futsal his first love now over soccer.
- M. Lawing
We attended a tryout session and were amazed with the instructors.
They fit technical skills development, situational awareness, and conditioning into a 1 hour session that rivaled weeks of practice with his outdoor club.
That said, we will be signing up for the academy and are excited to see how these guys will help develop our sons' soccer game.
- Ken Kadar
If you are looking for quality futsal training in the Charlotte area- FTA is your place. My kids love it and are learning so much we travel an hour and a half for them to train with and play with FTA.
Coach Thiago and his staff are awesome. They know the game and can relate to the kids, resulting in excellent coaching and maximum learning in a fun, competitive environment.
My younger daughter went to one of their camps and now she wants to train there as well. We are so glad we found FTA!
- Holly Suriano
Inside the Academy
Photos from our Asheville home at IC Imagine.
Why Join Our Asheville Academy?
Our Asheville program is more than Sunday training. It is a place where young players build confidence, creativity, and a genuine love for the game.
Guided by coaches working from Brazilian futsal methodology, every session is designed to challenge and inspire. Players train alongside motivated peers, develop technical excellence, and build the quick decision-making that separates strong players on any surface.
WHY PARTICIPATE
1. Technical Skill Development
Focused futsal training builds footwork, close control, and speed of play. These are the tools that carry directly into outdoor soccer.
2. Game IQ & Competitive Edge
Players learn to think fast, play smart, and compete under pressure. We train with intention, preparing players for local leagues and higher-level events.
3. Confidence & Character
Our environment builds more than skills. It builds players. We foster grit, resilience, and leadership that lasts well beyond the court.
4. Community & Opportunity
We work with local partners and pro clubs to create pathways for growth. From showcase events to team travel, our players are seen and supported.
-> THE PROGRAM IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
The Futsal TA program in Asheville helps youth players across Buncombe County build technical excellence and confidence, on and off the court.
Some common questions below
Just clarify below if needed so there are no objections whatsoever
Sundays at IC Imagine Public Charter School, 110 Champion Way, Asheville, NC 28806. The first session is Sunday, November 1, 2026. Intro sessions run 4:30 to 6:45 PM in two groups: players 2016s and younger, and players 2015s and older.
Boys and girls ages 7 to 17. Players are grouped by birth year and experience level.
$125 per month, month to month, with no long-term commitment. Your first session is a free trial.
No. Groups are set by age and experience, so beginners find their feet while experienced players are pushed. Arrive ten minutes early on the first day so the coaches can place your player in the right group.
Comfortable athletic clothing and indoor court shoes. We provide balls and bibs.
Futsal is a fast indoor version of soccer played on a hard court with a smaller, heavier ball and five players a side. The tight space means more touches and quicker decisions, which is why it is a core development method in Brazil and Spain.
Yes. Futsal's small space and heavy ball mean more touches and faster decisions, and those skills carry over to the outdoor game. Many families use futsal as a supplement to their outdoor club, especially through the winter.
Use the Register for Intro Session button on this page. After you register, a coach confirms your group and session.