SNAP-Ed Soccer for Success Curriculum
U.S. Soccer Foundation

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SNAP-Ed Connection

This curriculum is part of the USDA’s national SNAP-Ed Connection—a one-stop shop for organizations committed to improving nutritional health in their communities.
SNAP-Ed Connection : https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/library/intervention/snap-ed-soccer-for-success
Description
Lessons are taught 3 times per week for 12 or 24 weeks; 3 sessions per lesson by a trained coach mentor. The K-8th grade curriculum introduces soccer to children, while also providing them and their families with the tools they need to make healthy lifestyle decisions. The program supports children in improving their physical health, increasing their knowledge about healthy lifestyles, and improving their self-esteem and behavior. The SNAP-Ed Soccer for Success program model is built upon Five Core Components: Physical Activity, Health & Wellness, Mentorship, Community Engagement, and Safe Spaces.
Source:
U.S. Soccer Foundation
Link:
https://ussoccerfoundation.org/programs/soccer-for-success/
Contact
Bruno Marchesi, California State Director at: bmarchesi@ussoccerfoundation.org or
916-203-2015
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12 lessons; 3 sessions per week
60-75 Minutes
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