MANTA JUNIOR ACADEMY
Manta United Junior Academy
Looking for top-tier youth soccer in the Greater Cleveland area? Welcome to the Manta United Junior Academy, Northeast Ohio’s premier development program for young soccer players aged 5 to 8. Designed for players seeking a structured, competitive, and skills-focused environment, our program gives young players the ideal foundation to grow their technical abilities while falling in love with the game.
At Manta United, we bridge the gap between recreational play and competitive club soccer, providing professional-level instruction in a fun, positive, and supportive atmosphere.
WHY CHOOSE MANTA YOUTH SOCCER
Finding the right youth soccer club for your child’s critical developmental years makes all the difference. Manta United Junior Academy focuses on individual technical excellence, confidence, and foundational motor skills.
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Professional & Licensed Coaching:
Our youth soccer training is led by experienced, licensed professional coaches dedicated to youth player development.
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Structured Skill Building:
We focus heavily on ball mastery, footwork, passing, receiving, spatial awareness, and setting players up for long-term athletic success.
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Year-Round Training Options:
Practice outdoors on our multi-field Darice Soccer Fields Strongsville complex and indoors at our state-of-the-art Manta Fieldhouse in North Royalton.
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Pathway to Competitive Play:
Junior Academy serves as the primary stepping stone toward Manta United’s competitive travel and regional teams.
Program Details & Schedule
- Ages: 5 to 8 (Boys & Girls)
- Training Frequency: 2x per week
- Format: Training & Skills Focus (No formal weekend games required—maximizing touches on the ball!)
- Location: Strongsville (Outdoor) & North Royalton (Indoor Fieldhouse)
2026–2027 Season Options & Pricing
We offer flexible registration options to fit your family’s schedule, whether you want year-round youth soccer training or seasonal enrollment.
| OPTIONS | SCHEDULE | INVESTMENT | DETAILS |
| FULL YEAR PROGRAM | AUGUST – MAY | $1,440 | $300 Deposit; remainder in installments or discount if paid in full. Best Value! |
| SESSION 1 | AUGUST – OCTOBER | $525 | Fall outdoor session |
| SESSION 2 | DECEMBER- FEBRUARY | $525 | Winter indoor session at Manta Fieldhouse |
| SESSION 3 | MARCH – MAY | $525 | Spring session |
*Note: Manta Training Kit is required for all Junior Academy participants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Junior Academy different from local rec soccer?
While recreational programs focus mainly on casual play, our youth soccer academy emphasizes professional instruction, technical repetition, and structured player development. Your child receives guidance from licensed coaches who know how to build proper habits from day one.
Where is Manta United Youth Soccer located?
Manta United conveniently serves families across Cuyahoga, Medina, Summit, and Lorain counties. Our outdoor fields are at the Darice Complex in Strongsville, OH, and our indoor training takes place at the Manta Fieldhouse in North Royalton, OH (just minutes from I-71 and Route 82).
Join the Best Youth Soccer Program Near You Today!
Roster spots for the Manta United Junior Academy filling up fast for the upcoming season. Give your young athlete the best start in their soccer journey.
Ready to Register? Email Andrea at andrea@mantasoccer.com to secure your child’s spot or to request additional details about our youth soccer programs.
ABOUT MANTA UNITED...
Manta United began play in the fall 2020 Season, initially fielding only a couple younger aged boys and girls teams. Manta was started with a true focus on the development of young players in a fun, family atmosphere. Manta makes its home on a multi-field outdoor complex in Strongsville as well in its own Manta Fieldhouse for indoor and year round training opportunities.
Manta’s founder, Tony Catanzarite, is the men’s head coach of Walsh Jesuit High School and has put together a Manta club coaching staff with many years of experience at the youth, high school, and college levels.