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Register for RDS

Atlanta United is committed to the development of homegrown players. The first step on that pathway is our Regional Development School. RDS is a tryout-based program focused on high-level training to push and challenge advanced players ages 7-14.

What is RDS?

  • What:  RDS is a tryout-based program, supplemental to a player’s current training environment (additional small group training). Players who are accepted into the RDS program are given the opportunity to take ownership of their own development and work on technical areas of the game with Atlanta United’s professionally licensed coaches. The curriculum is designed around the development of competitive and advanced level soccer players.

*All players must try out each season regardless of if you have made the program before or not. This is to ensure we are continuously creating a competitive training environment for all players.

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RDS Training

RDS Trainings

  • Who: Advanced level players. Boys program accommodates ages 7 to 14, girls ages 7 to 16.
  • When: Weekly 90-minute training sessions seasonally (Fall: 8 weeks, Winter I: 6 weeks, Winter II: 6 weeks, Spring: 8 weeks).
  • Where: Various locations surrounding the Metro Atlanta area. Please refer to our Register page to view all upcoming RDS Programs.
  • Cost: Players can reserve an RDS try out spot with a $25 credit card hold. The remaining balance will be processed automatically pending acceptance into the program.

*These trainings are location specific. You MUST TRY OUT FOR THE SPECIFIC LOCATION you want to take part in before each season.

RDS Camps

The Regional Development School Camps build off the seasonal RDS program. RDS Camps are for advanced level players seeking a competitive camp experience. These camps only happen in the summer and during school breaks.

Eligibility

  • To be eligible, you must have participated in that year’s RDS cycle, OR you can go to the RDS Summer Camp Evaluation Session to try out for summer camps.
    • Example: To be eligible for 2026 RDS Summer Camps, a player must have participated in Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter I 2025, Winter II 2026, or Spring 2026.
  • Advanced level players. Boys program accommodates ages 7 to 14, girls ages 7 to 16.

RDS Evaluation Sessions:

  • These sessions apply to both RDS Camps and RDS Residential Camps
  • This happens in the beginning and throughout the summer to provide time for kids who have not participated in RDS programs throughout the year to try to be eligible for summer RDS Camps.

Why Sign Up for An RDS Camp?

  • Exclusive to RDS participants
  • Challenging game-based curriculum
  • Competitive training groups
  • Professionally licensed coaches
  • Chances to win prizes (Ex. team signed items, exclusive ATL UTD swag)
  • First Team Player Appearances at select camps
  • Compete in the RDS Skills Challenge
  • Tournament Day - Last day of camp
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RDS Skills Challenge

  • The RDS Skills Challenge offers participants an opportunity to test their technical skills against their peers. The RDS Skills Challenge is comprised of five structured challenges that measure technical ability in the following areas: Dribbling, Turning, Passing, Receiving, and Shooting.
  • The RDS Skills Challenge is only offered at Atlanta United RDS Camps.
RDS Residential

ATL UTD Residential Camps are offered at select campuses around the Southeast. The RDS Residential Camps are exclusive to those that have successfully participated in this year’s eligibility window. (E.g. Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter I 2025, Winter II 2025-26, Spring 2026 for Summer 2026)

Participated in this year’s eligibility window? Email  rds@atlutd.com for the RDS Passcode

Girls ages 8-16 and boys ages 8-14 are invited to experience the ultimate soccer camp experience. Fully immerse yourself in the beautiful game at one of our host campuses. The five-day camp includes multiple training sessions, tournaments, extracurricular games, and activities. Eat, sleep, and breathe soccer alongside like-minded players and ATL UTD RDS Coaches.

RDS Evaluation Sessions:

  • These sessions apply to both RDS Camps and RDS Residential Camps
  • This happens in the beginning and throughout the summer to provide time for kids who have not participated in RDS programs throughout the year to try to be eligible for summer RDS Camps
Example Camp Day
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
9:30 - 11:00 AM
Field Session
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:30 - 4:30 PM
Camp Activities
5:30 - 6:15 PM
Dinner
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tournament Play
8:15 - 9:45 PM
Downtime / Snack Shop
10:00 PM
Lights Out

Note: check-in and check-out days are half-days

Staffing

RDS Residential Camps are staffed by ATL UTD’s professionally licensed RDS Coaches. Our staff is highly qualified and experienced in working with young players and creating an enjoyable camp experience. All coaches hold nationally recognized coaching licenses and have been through thorough recruitment and internal professional development and training programs.

Additional Benefits

  • x4 RDS Camp shirts
  • Exclusive ticket offers to ATL UTD games
  • RDS Skills Challenge Scorecard
  • Daily player awards/prizes
  • 3 meals per day (unlimited buffet)
  • Additional extracurricular activities available at select camps (e.g. futsal, soccer tennis, swimming)
  • First Team Player Appearances at select camps

Registration information will be periodically sent to eligible players.

Additional Questions?

Please check out the FAQ page below which will have the answer to most RDS Residential Camp specific questions. Upon acceptance to camp, participants will receive additional information. Your pre-camp prep pack, along with updated FAQs will also be sent to you one month prior to camp start

Register for RDS

For more information, visit our FAQ or e-mail us at rds@atlutd.com.

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