| Induction The coaches are sent for
various junior tournaments and also to various states where selection camps are organised
and potential cadets short-listed. The short listed cadets are called to TFA for
screening. Final selection is made based on parameters set by the academy.
Cadets are required to strictly adhere to the rules set by the academy. All cadets are
required to maintain harmony and ensure congenial environment in the academy.
Training
TRAINING UNDER PHYSIOLOGICAL ASPECTS
Endurance Strength
Endurance |
Strength |
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Specific strength |
| Speed Endurance |
Explosive Strength |
| Specific Combined Endurance |
Polymetric Strength |
Speed Flexibility
Speed |
Flexibility |
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| Speed and Coordination |
Stretching |
| Explosive Speed |
Yoga |
| Speed and Agility |
Gymnastics |
TRAINING UNDER PHYSIOLOGICAL ASPECTS
- Communication
- Involvement and attitude
- Motivation in training and competition
- Sharing responsibility
- Winning temperament
TRAINING UNDER TECHNICAL ASPECTS
- Wide range of basic and complex skill
- Suppleness
- Fast footwork
- Feinting while in position
- Receiving, distributing
- First touch
- Dribbling
- Shooting etc.
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TRAINING UNDER TACTICAL ASPECTS
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Positioning in defense and attack |
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Combination play |
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Solid attack - defense building |
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Concept in defense attack |
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Formation |
- Duration - Four years residential training course with systematic pyramid load of
training. Junior group 14 - 16 years & Senior group 16 - 18 years.
- Wide range of basic competitive techniques and tactics.
- Key factors in defensive, midfield; and attacking at set play.
- Handling opponent with and without ball.
- Training in Technical, Tactical and Physical aspects.
- Developmental training of Mental/ Psychological aspects like:
- Personal attribute
- Courage and risk taking
- Creativity, visualization
- Holding together under pressure
- Controlling your destiny
- Analysis of training
Nutrition
4500 Kcal approx. is spread into Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner. Pre-game
meals are altered with extra Carbo (Complex) 3 hours before the game. Continental meals
two days per week are also served.
Sports Medicine
Physiological assessment
- Periodic Quarterly Assesment
- Complete blood profile
- Body composition - Analysis
- Vo2 Max - Queens college step test.
- General Fitness (strength, endurance etc.)
- Power - Flexibility - Sit and Reach
Physiotherapy
- U. S.Therapy
- S. W Diathermy
- T.E.N.S
- IFT
- Manual therapy
- Wax part
Serious Medical/ Surgical cases are referred to Tata Main Hospital for treatment.
Education
Since the cadets are from a very diversified group, tutorials are arranged to prepare
cadets for private Matriculation/ NIOS exams. Cadets are enrolled in local schools.
Vacation
The cadets are given an annual vacation for 3 to 4 weeks every year. To and Fro railway
fare to their respective home is reimbursed.
Convocation
The successful cadets of the senior group are graduated out of TFA every 2 years. They
are presented certificates during convocation.

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