🏈 Flag Football Program (Kids Play Ball)
At Round 7, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the excitement of carrying the football, running their first route, catching their first pass, and scoring their first touchdown. Our Flag Football program is designed for children of all abilities, with a specialization in supporting those on the autism spectrum, including children who may struggle with coordination, social interaction, anxiety, or participating in team activities. Our training uses structured teaching methods, visual supports, and step-by-step skill development to build confidence and functional abilities.
Through patient coaching, repetition, and supportive instruction, children learn how to throw, catch, run routes, pull flags, and understand simple plays while building teamwork and communication skills. Each small success—whether it is a completed pass, a flag pull, or running the right direction—helps build confidence and a sense of belonging on the field.
Our program focuses on creating positive first experiences in football where effort is celebrated, teamwork is encouraged, and every player has the opportunity to contribute in a safe non-contact environment.
Football Program Roadmap
| Phase | Training Focus | Expected Outcome |
| Phase 1 – Ball Familiarity | Football handling | Player becomes comfortable handling the football |
| Phase 2 – Throwing Skills | Passing mechanics | Player develops basic throwing accuracy |
| Phase 3 – Catching Skills | Receiving technique | Player develops catching confidence |
| Phase 4 – Running Skills | Movement with ball | Player develops movement confidence |
| Phase 5 – Basic Rules | Game understanding | Player understands basic game structure |
| Phase 6 – Scoring Skills | Offensive development | Player understands scoring objectives |
| Phase 7 – Defense | Defensive awareness | Player develops defensive awareness |
| Phase 8 – Ball Protection | Possession skills | Player maintains possession under pressure |
| Phase 9 – Game Simulation | Practice play | Player demonstrates game readiness |
| Phase 10 – Community Play | Real world participation | Player transitions into community flag football |
Estimated Program Duration
| Skill Level | Estimated Duration |
|---|---|
| Beginner | 6–8 weeks |
| Moderate support | 8–12 weeks |
| Higher support needs | 10–16 weeks |
Key Development Benefits
This program helps develop:
- Hand-eye coordination
- Reaction timing
- Running coordination
- Teamwork skills
- Confidence in structured play
- Strategy awareness
Round 7 Flag Football Program Goal
Our goal is not just to teach football — it is to build teamwork confidence and prepare kids to safely participate in organized sports.