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Welcome

To the Player Progression Academy website. We are the leading youth sports club in the DC and Montgomery County, MD region with over 5,000 players, ages 3 - 18, who participate each year.

Our Mission is to develop players between the lines and outside them.

PPA's Core Programs

Development League - A Better Local Rec League

Play with Friends

Pro Coach Options

Balanced Competition

Big Gamedays

Premier Teams

The PPA Premier Program is the top-tier travel soccer and basketball program in the DC and Montgomery County area, built for players who aspire to reach the highest levels of the game. Entry is by tryout, and players are placed on competitive club teams based on age and ability. Teams train year-round with professional coaches and compete in leagues and tournaments that match their level — from local competition to elite regional and national circuits. With a clear development pathway and a track record of helping players advance to top high school teams, college programs, and even the professional ranks, the Premier Program is designed for athletes who are serious about their growth and ready to put in the work.

Ages: 7-18

PPA Camps offer the highest-quality youth sports camp experience in the DC and Chevy Chase area, with both summer and holiday options designed for players of all levels. Our summer camps run all season long at top-tier facilities like Georgetown Day School and the Field School, and are led entirely by our professional coaching staff — not seasonal hires — setting us apart from the typical sports camp. We offer full-day camps like our Washington Spirit Camp and NCAA-Themed Camp, perfect for players who want to spend the day playing and learning the game. For more advanced athletes, our evening camps focus on technical development and competitive play. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to sharpen their edge, PPA Camps provide a fun, structured, and high-level training environment.

Ages: 5-18

PPA Classes offer a flexible way for families to create customized training experiences with our professional coaching staff. Whether you’re looking for 1-on-1 sessions, small group training with friends, or a larger class with multiple pro coaches, we’ll help design a program that fits your schedule and goals. Classes can focus on soccer, basketball, or multi-sport skill-building, and are available year-round at convenient locations across the DC and Montgomery County area. It’s the perfect option for players who want extra reps, personalized attention, or a more tailored environment to grow their skills.

Ages: 5 - 18

The PPA Tots Program is designed to introduce children ages 3–5 to sports in a fun, age-appropriate way. At the heart of the program is KiddoBall — our own custom-designed soccer game for little ones, like tee-ball but for soccer — offered free at select parks throughout the year. These sessions are a great first step into the world of sports. For families looking for a more personalized experience, we also offer private classes where parents can form their own group of friends and we'll provide a dedicated coach and schedule that fits your needs. Classes are available in soccer, basketball, lacrosse, or multi-sport, all led by our experienced Tots coaching staff who specialize in making sports fun, safe, and developmentally appropriate for young kids.

Ages: 3-5

PPA the best youth soccer club in NW DC and Montgomery County

Open Enrollment

SPRING SOCCER

Development Leagues, Pre K-8th

Registration Now Open

SUMMER CAMP

All Summer Long, Soccer & Hoops

DC, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase Locations

Winter Holiday Camps

Soccer & Basketball

Ages 5 - 13 at Field & Maret School

9am - 3pm Dec 22, 23, 29, 30, Jan 20

WINTER BASKETBALL

Development Leagues

Registration NOW OPEN

Development Leagues

Registration NOW OPEN

WINTER KIDDOBALL

Soccer for Kids ages 3-5

Registration NOW OPEN

News

PPA inks mega partnership with Washington Spirit to position itself as leader in girls soccer.

Its Official! PPA Premier Soccer joins new GA Aspire League for elite competition and college pathways.

We're Going to Nationals! PPA Sends Soccer and Hoops Teams to the National stage!

Program Locations

Map of program locations for PPA the top youth sports club in DC + Maryland

5,000+ PPA Families from 200+ Schools in and around DC & Montgomery County, MD.

Partners and Affiliates

Working with leading national and local sports brands.

Scholarships

Scholarships for PPA Players - the leading youth sports club in DC + Maryland

PPA provides Scholarships for all Programs to maximize inclusivity

Community Impact

PPA Open Door Sports- the leading youth sports club in DC + Maryland

Our sister company - Open Door Sports - provides free high quality sports programs for thousands of kids with special needs

PPA the leading youth basketball league in NW DC and Montgomery County

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PPALife is our club's culture, mantra, and mission.

A philosophy to develop players between the lines and outside them.

PPALife speaks to who we are, how we coach, and what we teach.

Leadership

PPA has served over 10,000 players in the last 10 year.

Partnerships

PPA is partnered with the leading national sports brands and DC's local professional sports teams.

Community

PPA has a unique ecosystem of local professional coaches, directors, parent volunteers and school partners.

Multi-sport

PPA is the one of the few clubs that promotes a philosophy and platform to support kids playing multiple sports.

Championships

PPA has won 7 Maryland State championships in the last 5 years.

Quality

PPA is highly reviewed by parents across our programming. Quality and player experience is our priority.

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