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Training Philosophy

At Calcio Performance Training, we believe that developing great soccer players goes beyond drills and skills — it’s about shaping confident, intelligent, and resilient athletes.

Every player is different, but the path to growth is rooted in consistent, purposeful training. We combine high-intensity sessions with technical detail, tactical understanding, and a growth mindset. Our goal isn’t just to help players succeed now — it’s to prepare them for the long-term demands of competitive soccer, on and off the field.

 

 

Core Values

We’re driven by five key values that shape every session:

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  • Passion – A love for the game fuels everything we do.

  • Effort – Consistent hard work and focus lead to lasting improvement.

  • Accountability – Players take ownership of their development.

  • Respect – For teammates, coaches, opponents, and the game itself.

  • Growth Mindset – Every mistake is an opportunity to learn and get better.

 

 

The Four Pillars of Soccer Development

 

Technical

Players must master the fundamentals: dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, and ball control. These skills build confidence, creativity, and consistency under pressure.

 

Tactical

We teach positioning, movement, decision-making, and overall game awareness. Tactical understanding helps players read the game, anticipate plays, and make smart choices that impact results.

 

Physical

Strength, speed, agility, and endurance are essential. We build the physical foundation players need to compete at their highest level throughout the full match.

 

Psychological

Mental strength is often what separates good players from great ones. We help players develop confidence, focus, resilience, and composure — the mindset to perform with purpose in any situation.

 

 

What Players Can Expect

  • Game-speed, high-intensity training sessions

  • Constant feedback and technical correction

  • Tactical lessons tailored to real game scenarios

  • Honest accountability and encouragement

  • A clear path for growth — physically and mentally

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Mission Statement

 

Soccer is more than just a game — it's a journey of growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Every player steps onto the field with a story still being written, and my mission is to help them write it with courage, passion, and pride.

 

I train players to chase progress, not perfection. Every session is an opportunity to build not just better athletes, but stronger, more confident individuals who believe in their ability to rise above challenges. I focus on the complete player: sharpening technical skills, developing tactical awareness, building physical strength, and nurturing the mental toughness needed to thrive under pressure.

 

Mistakes aren’t failures — they are fuel. Teaching players to embrace adversity, to respond with determination, and to see every setback as a setup for a stronger comeback. The training environment is high-energy, demanding, and supportive — a place where players are pushed to unlock levels they didn't know they had.

 

Above all, I believe that passion drives excellence. Players who love the game will work harder, dig deeper, and climb higher. The aim is to create not just technically sound athletes, but lifelong lovers of the game — players who walk off the field feeling proud, fearless, and hungry for more.

 

Mike Fraioli

Founder & Head Coach
Calcio Performance Training

 

 

Ready to train with purpose?

Join us at Calcio Performance Training and start your journey toward becoming a more complete, confident, and game-ready player.

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