FAQs

ON AGE & GENDER:

What’s the minimum age requirement?

To attend any Futbol Funatics camp, the child must be at least 3 years old on the day that he/she joins. Our Taguig camp venue specifically also has a toddler program for ages 1.7 to 2.11.

It is very normal if your child is hesitant to join the group at first. It takes a while for some children to warm up to the coaches and to the idea of playing games with other kids. Here are some tips to help newcomers between the ages of 3 to 6:

  • Be encouraging but never pressure your child to participate. It often happens that the child is still adjusting to the group and needs to watch first before joining in.
  • Comments like ‘good job!’, ‘nice try!” and ‘I’m so proud of you!’ really make a difference when said even for the simplest achievements like running, kicking the ball or following a basic instruction.
  • There are some children who need their parents by their side while doing the drills. This works for some but we do suggest slowly “letting go” and encouraging your child to try it by himself/herself once you see him/her getting comfortable with the surroundings, especially if your child is 4 years old or above. In any case, guardians or parents on the field with their child are requested to be conscious of where they position themselves, in order not to block the view of their child or the other participants from seeing the coach or the demonstrations being shown.
  • It is expected that their attention span is short and they may leave the field in the middle of the session looking for their mommies and daddies. This is normal. Some days they may be more attentive and on other days, completely not in the mood to play. Through experience, we have seen that kids who arrive late or take naps right before soccer time are not immediately participative. Please try to come at least 10-15 mins. before the session starts so your child has time to get settled in.
  • A scrimmage is played in the last 10-15 mins. of the session. Majority of kids in this age bracket cannot comprehend why there is only one ball for all the children. However they still are made to engage in a scrimmage so that they are exposed to the actual game of soccer, even if they are in the “my ball only” stage. If your child joins all the activities except scrimmage, we suggest keeping him/ her near the field watching the game so that he/she can still see how it is being played. Having you by his/her side explaining the nature of the game while it’s going on might aid in his/her participation later on.

Most of the Futbol Funatics classes are co-ed and have boys and girls mixed together for all age categories. In the regular camps, there is usually around 2-4 girls enrolled in a given age group (number varies depending on camp location).  Our Forza FC advanced training program also has all-girls teams from U8 to U17.

ON ABSENCES:

Enrollment fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable. We offer 10-session packages consumable within a 90-day period, but we also offer a drop-in rate convenient for those who cannot commit to a regular schedule.

ON WEATHER:

The weather in the Philippines is very unpredictable.  The weather can instantly change from blue skies to thunderstorms.  Session cancellations are usually advised at least 1.5 hours prior to the start of the session if the weather or field is unplayable by that time. However, on-the-spot cancellations can occur as there are times the skies are clear and within minutes, there is a sudden downpour, rendering the field unplayable instantly. In any case, participants who register are included in the Viber group of their respective training venue, where a text blast advising if a cancellation is necessary that day would be posted. Please note that in most cases, sessions push through even with light rain or a steady drizzle, but are usually cancelled if the rain is accompanied by thunder and lightning. It is advised to always bring an extra change of clothes so you can have your child immediately change after a rainy session. Training venues with artificial turf surfaces normally have less weather cancellations whereas natural grass venues can become unplayable from heavy downpour.

It can happen that the weather turns on us in the middle of a session. If the weather and field are still playable, session will continue, as long as there is no lightning and/or thunder. If the weather completely deteriorates and session must be cut short, Futbol Funatics may add extension minutes to a succeeding session to make-up for the session that was cut short. The scheduling of the make-up minutes is also advised via text to those enrolled.

ON UNIFORM & GEAR:

The Futbol Funatics uniform set consists of two Futbol Funatics sets, one gray and one orange, and is our school’s requirement for ALL enrollees. 

There are designated days of the week where a particular color is assigned. You will need the assigned color for the day of the week you are attending.

Yes, you can certainly make use of second-hand Futbol Funatics uniforms, as long as your child comes in the appropriate color designated for each training day.

We do not require players to be in spikes but we recommend the use of it if you are already sure that your child will be pursuing the sport. For newcomers, regular rubber shoes are allowed if you are still deciding on the sport. The Beckham Buddies (ages 3-6) may wear regular rubber shoes as spikes may be hard to find for this age. Pls note though that for those enrolling in our BGC camp location, BGC Turf management requires players 7 and up to be in proper football shoes/spikes.

We recommend bringing the following in your football bag:

1. Sunblock

2. Extra change of clothes in case of rain

3. Water bottle/jug for the water breaks

4. Shinguards and long socks for protection 

FOR SCHEDULE UPDATES:

Futbol Funatics posts schedules and venues in our social media sites like Facebook and Instagram. Schedules run regularly throughout the year, but in the case of any changes (ie. field rehabilitation and the like), announcements would be made accordingly if there are dates we cannot use a particular field. Moreover, each training venue has a Viber group, so announcements will always be posted there as well.

ON ENROLLMENT:

The first step is to fill out the Futbol Funatics request form. Once the request is made, a text confirmation will be sent confirming your reservation. You may settle for one session only (drop-in) or avail of a 10-session package. Promos and flash sales are also announced accordingly (Ie. Unlimited Training Passes) in our Viber groups and social media pages.

Yes, each Viber group has a weekly survey for attendance so please be sure to list name when planning to come to a session so we know to expect you.

Yes, online bank transfers or Gcash payments are accepted. Payments are to be settled before the child’s session.

ON THE COACHES AND CLASSES:

At Futbol Funatics, your children are guided by a caring and experienced team. Our programs are led by Technical Director Avery Del Rosario and Program Director Candice Grey-Del Rosario, the founders of Futbol Funatics. Both are AFC-licensed coaches and PRC-licensed teachers with over 20 years of experience working with children through sports and education.

Our coaching staff is composed of passionate mentors who love working with kids. Many of them are licensed coaches, licenses teachers and trained educators, ensuring that every session is intentional, structured, and enjoyable—while helping each child grow in skill, confidence, and character.

A complete list of our coaching staff can be found on the Coaches Page.

For the Beckham Buddies (ages 3-6), the coach to player ratio is 1:6; the Messi Magicians (ages 7-9) is 1:10; the Ronaldo Runners (ages10-13) and Cannavaro Captains (ages 14-17) is 1:12. Futbol Funatics reserves the right to combine age brackets or subdivide groups depending on the activities at hand or as deemed necessary.

All training sessions are instructed in English. In the case of players who speak Filipino only, the assistant coach will translate separately to him/her. All instructions are accompanied by demonstrations so players who do not speak either of the above languages are usually able to still follow the class through observation of the demonstrations.

For the Neymar Newbies (ages 1.7-2.11) the class runs for 45 mins;  For the Beckham Buddies (ages 3-6), the class runs for one (1) hour; For the Messi Magicians (ages 7-9), Ronaldo Runners (ages10-13) and Cannavaro Captains (ages 14-17), the class runs for one hour and a half (1.5 hrs).

The children are grouped according to age, but are often further subdivided according to skill level for particular activities, especially in camps with bigger class sizes. Some players who may be advanced for their age group may also be placed up an age group if deemed suitable for the player.

The coaches advise when your child is ready to be tried out in the next age group. The coaches’ assessment regarding the placement and grouping of your child in a bracket is not only dependent on age but also on skill, level of maturity, pace in learning and experience in the sport. All of these factors are taken into consideration so that your child can maximize his/her experience at the camps.

The players in the FF camps are under constant assessment; parents would be advised when their child is recommended to have a tryout in the Forza program.

For players coming from non-FF programs wanting to tryout for Forza FC Advanced Program, application form can be found at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUqlOZMG4Rvbi8pcAPzzGPkn_s-ViblKYMhHIYHBM4Y-S0Hw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113435592975286350426

ON TOURNAMENTS:

3 to 4 times a year, FF organizes tournaments where its players from its different programs and training venues can compete against one another. Information on FF Game Day schedules and venue are announced on each program’s Viber group.

Futbol Funatics is the organizer of CFIS- Cumulative Football Invitational for Schools—that takes place every 1st quarter of the year. FF is also the organizer of Copa Haribon, the Singacup qualifier in the Philippines, in partnership with Dynamique Konzepts.

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