

Welcome to Soccer Academy
PROFESSIONAL SOCCER ACADEMY
Futboleros Soccer Academy is proud to provide year round soccer in the greater South Bend, IN area and near by.
The Academy offers Futsal, Sand and Grass Camps, Classes including Futsal and Sand tournaments.
Futboleros is operated by former Pro Soccer Player, Soccer Celebrity, James Ortega, aka “Hollywood”.
James has been teaching soccer since 1990 in Los Angeles, CA and now is in South Bend since 2019.
His Academy offers a unique, dynamic soccer environment in which players master the mental, physical and technical skills of the game. James precise step-by-step teaching methods create a crystal clear picture of each skill through live demonstration, explanation and participation.
His goal is to produce a skillful player – one who can respond intuitively to any game situation with the right technique and skill while at the same time make the correct tactical decision under pressure with strength, speed, flair and imagination. Academy is for boys and girls ages 7-14 of all skills and levels who want to learn the game in a professional atmosphere. Academy emphasizes all the essential skills of creativity, game and performances.
Players are divided based by skill and level. Small sided games are played at the end of every session to create real game situations. Guaranteed to get you child ready for the next level. All programs are designed to be a fun learning experience that gives youth players a taste of the professional experience. Academy Staff is experienced and trained to teach. Camps and Classes are high energy, fast paced while kids learn at their own pace.
Our simple philosophy is to LEARN - TRAIN - PLAY - Have FUN
Classes and Camps tend to sell out quickly so register early. Check out our videos to learn more.
Classes/camps/tournaments





What's Futsal
Futsal is FIFA's official indoor soccer game which is, essentially, a scaled down version of outdoor soccer played indoors. It is a small sided game (5v5) played on a smaller field (roughly basketball court sized) with a size 4 low bounce ball. No cleats, only flat surfaced shoes. Fast and exciting game to learn. Futsal helps your outdoor game.
What's sand soccer
Soccer played on SAND. It is more acrobatic than regular soccer. Everything you do in the sand is 100% transferable to improve the grass game and skills. Sand soccer is the perfect complement to the grass game as it is played in the air when trained correctly. Adding Sand soccer training as part of the curriculum will expedite and certainly help recreational to advanced players reach another level in skills and development. 5v5 Games. Sand Socks are highly recommended or ankle socks.
Tournaments Futsal / Sand
Futsal and Sand Tournaments are held Annually.
Sand: July 30, 2022 - Outpost Sports in Mishawaka, IN U8+ Adult
Competitive, Fun, Exciting and high scoring games!
Contact us for more information 310-770-8033
