Nick Charney is the IR Academy Juniors Academy Director and runs the Friday IR Skills Academy in the fall and spring. Nick has been a member of the IR Academy staff since 2016 and has built a player-focused curriculum for our Juniors Academy that supports the growth of young players in a fun environment. He currently holds a US Soccer National D coaching license and a Master’s Degree in Special Education. Nick attended Cosumnes River College and Azusa Pacific University. To contact Nick, click here.
OUR PROGRAM
The Junior Academy is aimed at players and families interested in experiencing high-quality soccer training in a fun and stress-free environment. Our highly experienced coaching staff creates player-centered training opportunities for young athletes to develop essential foundational soccer skills and a true passion for the sport. In our program, your players will learn about passing and shooting, improve their technical skills and make new friends. Many of our IR Academy Junior Academy graduates move into our girls and boys competitive program.
FEES AND INFORMATION
Spring 2026 Session:
- Age: Girls and boys born in 2019 and 2020. Players born in 2018 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Dates: February 10-May 7.
- Training: Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm.
- Matches: games will be played twice monthly.
Costs for new IR Academy Junior Academy athletes:
Players returning from the Fall 2025 IR Academy Junior Academy
- $180 training fee paid in full or in three $60 monthly installments.
New players:
- Registration fee: $100
- Training fee: $180 (may be paid in $60 monthly installments).
- Total: $280.
- Discounts are available for assistant coaches with players in the program.
- Discounts are available for families with more than one child in the program.
- Financial Aid is available for qualifying families.
For more information, contact Nick Charney, IR Academy Junior Academy Director at ncharney@iracademysoccer.com.
Meet Nick Charney
