Register for Our 8-Week Fall Session Today — Classes Begin August 22nd!

The Performance Lab

Technology-powered soccer training that develops decision making, passing accuracy, first touch, awareness, and confidence.

Whether your child plays 50-minute U10 games or 90-minute high school matches, they spend surprisingly little time on the ball.

Most players don’t get enough touches during games to develop the technical and decision-making skills needed to reach the next level. That’s where The Performance Lab comes in. 

Trusted by the Top Clubs & Pros Around the World

Locker Soccer Academy is proud to be the only soccer club in Columbus, Ohio with access to Elite Skills Arena’s tech-driven soccer training. Come experience what it’s like to try like Ronaldo. 

One Minute In The Performance Lab = An Entire Game's Worth Of Touches

Two youth soccer players training inside The Locker Box arena at Locker Soccer Academy’s Performance Lab
Soccer player training inside The Performance Ring arena at Locker Soccer Academy

A Competitive Edge You Won't Find Anywhere Else

We are proud to be the only youth soccer training facility in Columbus, Ohio offering performance training powered by Elite Skills Arena.

The equipment you’ll train in at the Academy is the same equipment used by the top clubs around the world.

This training space blends technology, coaching, and repetition to help players sharpen their skills and gain an edge on the field.

Players of all ages use The Performance Lab to improve:

"We've noticed a significant improvement with first touch after just 2 sessions"

How Training Works in THE PERFORMANCE LAB

The system uses interactive LED targets, instant feedback, and performance tracking to help players increase their touches, sharpen decision-making, and practice in a game-speed environment.

Sessions target core soccer performance categories, including:

Every rep is tracked by the system and saved in the player’s data hub so you can track improvement over time.

The Performance Lab
Training Paths

We offer group training classes and individual drop-in sessions in The Performance Lab. Before joining, you can schedule a free trial assessment with a Performance Lab Coach who will guide you on technique and the equipment.

Group Classes (With a Coach)

Find the class type, and date/time that works for you. Select Free Trial Request at the checkout.

Individual Sessions (No Coach)

Trial can be self-scheduled using the free trial link above. A Performance Lab coach will be with you during your trial.

Drop-In & Membership Pricing

Single Drop-In

1 credit

$37

Broze Membership

4 credits/month

$120

Silver Membership

8 credits/month

$180

Gold Membership

12 credits/month

$250

For Local Coaches

Looking to give your team a measurable edge? The Performance Lab can integrate seamlessly alongside your existing team training.

The Performance Lab is available for team training blocks. Coaches can schedule dedicated sessions. Special team pricing is available.

Contact us to schedule your team’s training block.

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Join us for a Free Trial Class!


We'd love to invite you to our facility in Powell, Ohio for a free trial class. Please complete the form, and we'll be in touch with you ASAP to schedule your class.

Young soccer player with a backpack and soccer ball ready for back-to-school and fall soccer registration in Columbus, Ohio.

Back to School & Back to Soccer

Fall classes are open for registration! Reserve your child’s spot for our 8-week session before your preferred date and time fill up.

Classes begin August 22nd.