Partnership between Grasshopper Soccer and Football Victoria commences!
September 5 2019
Grasshopper Soccer with CEO Football Victoria
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. – Grasshopper Soccer, the engaging children’s soccer program best known for its focus on child development using soccer as a tool
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the beginning of a long-term strategic partnership between Grasshopper Soccer and Football Victoria which will enable us to be a key player in helping the game grow further from a grassroots level.
Pictured below from left to right is Victorian Franchisee Michael Frantzeskakis and Football Victoria CEO Peter Filopoulos.
Grasshopper Soccer talked about the new partnership “
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the commencement of a long-term strategic partnership between Grasshopper Soccer and Football Victoria on the back of which will enable us to be a key player in helping the game grow further from a grassroots level.
Very importantly this partnership will give a lot more children between the ages of 2 to 12 the opportunity to be active, involved and participate in the “World Game” in a fun, supportive and encouraging environment. Grasshopper Soccer has for more than 20 years being one of the leading organizations in Australia to introduce soccer to children and is excited to help Football Victoria to enable the vision of uniting, inspiring and enabling Victorians of all backgrounds to live and love football for life.
Importantly this partnership will give more children between the ages of 2 and 12 the opportunity to be active, involved and participate in the world’s most participated game in a fun and supportive environment. Grasshopper Soccer has for more than 20 years been one of the leading organizations in Australia to introduce soccer to children and is excited to help Football Victoria bring the vision of uniting, inspiring and enabling Victorians of all backgrounds to live and love football, for life”
Aimed at positively impacting children’s lives, Grasshopper Soccer strives to be the best part of a child’s week through best-in-class coaching, communication, and curriculum. Serving children ages two through twelve, the program features professional coaches in the community, an exceptional customer experience including ongoing communication and an expert-approved curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards. The weekly programs, customized for five different age groups, teach children soccer fundamentals and character-building skills. Grasshopper Soccer hosts private sessions through local schools and childcare centers as well as public programs, which are typically hosted through council parks.
For more information about the Grasshopper Soccer franchise opportunity, please visit Kids Soccer Program
About Grasshopper Soccer
Grasshopper Soccer is an international franchise program that provides children ages two through twelve with a developmentally appropriate soccer and character development experience under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players and experienced and licensed soccer coaches. The brand’s curriculum-based program is offered in all states of Australia, as well as New Zealand, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. To find a Grasshopper Soccer program near you, visit Kid’s Soccer Classes Australia
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