Technical
Touch, passing, and ball mastery. Mexican-standard drills repeated until execution is unconscious.
Mexican · Brazilian · Athletic · Twin Cities, MN
Train with
real attention.
Premium technical development for committed players U10–U18. Mexican precision, Brazilian creativity, and integrated athletic performance, in cohorts of just 4 to 6.
The Method
Three pillars, every session
Club soccer is built for teams. JAFA builds the player: the first touch under pressure, the weak foot, the 1v1 confidence, and the body that lasts a season.
Creative
Vision, 1v1, and expression. The Brazilian layer: joga bonito and futsal traditions in tight space.
Athletic
Speed, agility, and durability. Integrated athletic performance (plyometrics, mobility, and injury prevention) built into every session.
The Difference
The layer clubs don't deliver
At a 1:16 ratio, technical mastery gets lost. JAFA is the supplemental layer competitive families are already paying for, done right, in a group small enough that every player gets coached.
See what's included- First touch under pressure
- Weak-foot development
- 1v1 confidence and ball mastery
- Body shape and scanning
- Athletic performance and injury prevention
Programs
Two ways to train with JAFA
Outdoor in summer, indoor futsal in winter, both built on the same player-first method, in small cohorts of 4–6.
Drop-ins open
Summer Series
A 10-session outdoor technical program at the WSP Complex: the full Mexican-Brazilian + athletic curriculum in cohorts of 4–6. The 2026 series is full, but drop-in sessions are still open.
Explore Summer Series → Coming soonWinter Futsal
Two competitive teams, one U13 and one U14, training and playing league matches against Minnesota futsal clubs all winter. Join the interest list.
Explore Winter Futsal →Questions
Good to know
What ages and levels is JAFA for?
JAFA is premium technical development for committed players U10–U18. Players typically also play club or school soccer and want differentiated supplemental training.
How big are the groups?
Group cohorts are just 4–6 players, so every player gets real coaching attention.
How do I pay?
Two options: pay in full, or a 50% / 50% split, with the first payment due at registration and the second at the 5th session. We accept checks payable to Joga Azteca Futból Academy LLC and Zelle. More electronic options (Venmo Business, Stripe) are coming soon.
What is Winter Futsal?
This winter (Nov–Mar) JAFA fields two competitive futsal teams, one U13 and one U14, training and playing league matches against other Minnesota futsal clubs. It keeps your player sharp through the off-season. Registration opens August 1. Join the interest list to claim a roster spot.
Ready to develop a real player?
Summer Series full, drop-ins open · Winter Futsal (U13 & U14) coming soon.