RGA winter clinics & events · 2026–27

Train all winter.Give back together.

Keep your game moving through the holiday break. Find focused goalkeeper clinics, learn from experienced pros, and join our annual charity tournament.

6 Winter Clinic Dates3 Locations1 Charity Tournament

Save the date · charity tournament

Dec 19

Keeper Wars for Good

Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM
River City Sportsplex · Midlothian, VA

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One winter. More ways to grow.

Choose your next challenge

Build your winter around focused training, pro-level insight, or a day of competition for a good cause.

Train through breakGK

December 2026 – February 2027

Winter Clinic Series

Six two-hour clinics in Richmond, Williamsburg, and Norfolk. Two age-group sessions at each date, led by Coach Amanda. Former MLS pro and USMNT member Jon Busch joins the December clinics.

  • Dec 28 · Richmond · Veritas School
  • Dec 29 · Williamsburg · Warhill Soccer Complex
  • Dec 30 · Norfolk · Virginia Beach area
  • Jan 18, Jan 25 & Feb 15 · Richmond / Williamsburg
  • Ages 8–18 · $100 per clinic · VIP member credits available
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Learn from experienced keepersPRO

Friday · December 18, 2026 · 6–8:30 PM

Clinic with Pros

Train with RGA Director Amanda Forester Kay, pro goalkeeper Melissa Lowder, college coaches, and RGA staff. A focused clinic experience for motivated keepers.

  • 2.5 hours of goalkeeper training
  • Ages 8–18 · limited enrollment
  • Clinic-only registration: $100
  • Keeper Wars + clinic bundle: $175
  • Registration closes Dec 13 or when full
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Keepers for goodSAVE

Saturday · December 19, 2026 · 10 AM–4 PM

Keeper Wars

Goalkeepers from across the region compete, connect, and help raise funds for local community causes. Youth keepers are guaranteed at least three games.

  • River City Sportsplex · Midlothian, VA
  • Ages 8 to adult · $85 per goalkeeper
  • Six divisions, including parent divisions
  • Three charitable causes supported
  • Registration closes Dec 13 or when brackets fill
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Winter dates at a glance

Choose a location, then open its clinic page for session times, capacity, and registration details.

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December18
Clinic with ProsRiver City Sportsplex · 6–8:30 PM
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December19
Keeper Wars for GoodRiver City Sportsplex · 10 AM–4 PM
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December28–30
Holiday clinics · three locationsRichmond · Williamsburg · Norfolk
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January18
Richmond winter clinic · MLK DayVeritas School · Coach Amanda
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January25
Williamsburg winter clinicWarhill Soccer Complex · Coach Amanda
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February15
Richmond winter clinic · Presidents DayVeritas School · Coach Amanda
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Every save can make a difference

Play hard. Give back.

Keeper Wars brings goalkeepers and families together to support meaningful causes in the Richmond community. Registration, pledges, donations, raffles, and the silent auction help make the event a day of impact as well as competition.

$3,5002026 fundraising goal
See the causes & get involved →
RVAccessHelping people with intellectual and physical disabilities access soccer and community play.
Katie’s Save FoundationSupporting student-athlete mental health, suicide prevention, and stronger campus support.
Holiday gifts for childrenPurchasing toys for children spending the holidays at Richmond pediatric hospitals.
Join the effortRegister, volunteer, pledge for saves, donate, or take part in the silent auction.

Your winter starts here

Make your next step count.

Pick a clinic, meet the pros, or take the field for a cause. Find the event that fits your goalkeeper.

Choose your winter event →