Every Parent's Concern: Is Football Helping or Hurting My Child?
You want your child to love football, build confidence, and develop life skills. But sometimes, you wonder if their current experience is doing the opposite.
You are not alone with these worries. Every loving parent wants their child to thrive through sports. The good news? There’s a place in Vienna where children develop confidence, skills, and joy simultaneously – where your parental instincts are supported, not questioned.
😟 "My Child Seems Stressed After Training"
You've noticed your child coming home frustrated, anxious, or withdrawn after football sessions. You wonder if the coaching is wearing them down.
🤔 "Am I Supporting Them the Right Way?"
You worry your encouragement might feel like pressure, turning football into performance instead of enjoyment, and making them less excited to go to training.
💭 "Will They Develop a Lifelong Love for the Game?"
You want your child to enjoy football, not feel overwhelmed by it. At SUSA, we focus on emotional safety, positive coaching, and creating a love for the game that lasts.
🧠 "Are They Reaching Their Full Potential?"
You want your child to grow - in skills, confidence, and character. At SUSA, mindset-first coaching helps them stretch their abilities, believe in themselves, and reach their full potential on and off the field.
Meet SUSA Vienna,
Where Neuroscience Meets Football to Create Happy, Confident Champions!
The only academy in Austria that puts your child's emotional development first. Using proven neuroscience and positive coaching methods, we create an environment where children naturally excel while developing confidence that lasts a lifetime.
The SUSA Approach: How We Nurture Confident Champions
We’re Austria’s only academy built on mindset-first training and positive coaching. Here's how we help your child fall in love with football while building life-changing confidence:
LOVE & ENERGY
Every session begins with genuine warmth and positive energy. Our professionally trained coaches create emotional safety where children feel valued for who they are, not just how they perform. This foundation allows natural learning to flourish.
BRAIN-BASED METHODS
We design exercises that challenge both body and mind using neuroplasticity research. Your child develops faster decision-making, better coordination, and enhanced cognitive abilities – skills that benefit them in school and in life.
MINDFUL COMMUNICATION
Every word matters in child development. Our coaches use positive, mindful communication to build confidence. Children learn that mistakes are stepping stones to mastery, growing into resilient, growth-minded young people.
INSPIRING ENVIRONMENT
Premium facilities, international community, and a professional setup that honors your child's development journey. Everything is designed to make them feel special and supported in reaching their unique potential.
See the SUSA Experience in Action
Where mindset-first training meets pure joy
Why Parents Choose SUSA Over Traditional Academies
🧠 Neuroscience-Based Development
We're the only academy in Austria using proven brain science to develop young players. Your child's cognitive abilities, emotional intelligence, and decision-making skills develop alongside football technique.
❤️ Emotional Safety First
No shouting. No fear-based coaching. At SUSA, emotional safety comes first. Our coaches use supportive, positive communication to create an environment where mistakes are part of the learning journey – and confidence grows naturally.
🌍 International & Multicultural Community
Our academy welcomes children from every background – Austrian families, UN and diplomatic families, and international families living across Vienna. With over 50 nationalities training at SUSA, children build global friendships and discover that football brings everyone together, no matter where they come from.
The SUSA Difference in Numbers
What sets us apart from every other football academy in Austria
100% Neuroscience-Based Methodology
The only academy in Austria that develops the mindset behind the player – so confidence grows naturally.
50+ Nationalities in Our Community
A truly international environment where children build global friendships and cultural awareness.
International Competition at Elite Level
We take part in elite international tournaments – including prestigious events like MIC Costa Brava in Spain, alongside clubs such as Barcelona and Real Madrid. Our U16 reached the Round of 16.
Emotional Development First, Always
Every coach is trained in positive coaching and mindful communication – so children feel supported as they learn, play, and grow.
Choose Your Child's Path to Football Excellence
Carefully designed programs that put your child's emotional development first, while building world-class football skills. Every child's journey is unique. Choose the path that fits your family's goals.
Real Stories from SUSA Families
See how children grow when football builds confidence, not pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about giving your child the SUSA experience.
What makes SUSA different from other football academies in Vienna?
We’re the only academy in Austria that puts emotional development first. While other academies focus mainly on winning games, we focus on building confident, resilient children who love football.
My child has never played football before. Is SUSA right for them?
Absolutely! We specialize in helping children fall in love with football. Our neuroscience-based approach ensures beginners build confidence and skills simultaneously, without pressure or fear.
What age groups do you accept?
Cubs (4-6 years), Bears (7-9 years), Jaguars (10-13 years), plus competitive teams U10-U18 and adult teams.
Do you offer trial sessions?
Yes! We offer free trial sessions for both Saturday and After School programs so your child can experience the SUSA difference firsthand.
How does neuroscience apply to youth football training?
We use neuroplasticity research to design exercises that develop both physical and cognitive skills. Children improve decision-making, coordination, emotional regulation, and problem-solving - benefits that extend far beyond football.
What if my child is shy or lacks confidence?
That’s exactly who we’re here for. Our coaches create a supportive, emotionally safe environment where shy children feel encouraged to open up. We’ve seen many children gradually grow from quiet to confident – at their own pace.
Can parents participate in training?
Yes! Our Saturday program includes parent vs. kids games. We believe family engagement strengthens development.
What are your facilities like?
We train at Sportcenter Donaucity, premium facilities in Vienna's 22nd district with weather backup options to ensure consistent training.
The Foundation That Lasts a Lifetime
In their early years, children form the core beliefs they carry about themselves and what they’re capable of. At SUSA, every interaction strengthens their self-confidence, resilience, and love of learning.
The skills your child develops here don’t just make them better footballers – they shape how they handle challenges, build relationships, and approach life itself.
The foundation we build together will serve them for a lifetime.
Give Your Child the Football Experience That Changes Everything
Join Vienna’s only academy where children build confidence through neuroscience, not criticism – and fall in love with football in an environment that helps them grow for life.
No pressure. No commitment. Just come see why hundreds of Vienna families trust SUSA with their children’s development.
Start Your Child's Confidence Journey Today
Register now and discover why hundreds of Vienna families trust SUSA with their children’s development. No pressure, no commitment – just come experience the difference.
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