June 2007

Welcome to SOCATOTS® Surrey & Hants

Thank you for your interest in SOCATOTS®, the world’s first soccer specific play-scheme
for pre-school children. We are delighted to announce that we have now launched and
running several sessions that are fully booked! Please find enclosed the timetable.

Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment!

This coming 12 week term costs only £65.

Membership to Socatots costs £25 and each child will receive their kit of a Socatots shirt,
shorts, socks and bag as well as a parents guide & skills book.

Please complete the enclosed form and make cheques payable to BSS Guildford.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to call us!

Best regards

Chris Darwen

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
Socatots Booking Terms & Conditions

In order to cover our expected losses for the kit and venue hire which we pay for in
advance, there is a set scale of charges, which applies if you cancel your booking before
starting your sessions. You must give notice to cancel in writing and the charges shown
below apply from the date we receive the notice at our offices.

Number of days before attendance due to start Cancellation Charge

More than 21 days 50% of the fees
15-21 days 75% of the fees
8-14 days 90% of the fees
7 days or less 100% of the fees

• If you decide to leave Socatots for whatever reason throughout the term refunds
will only be given if accompanied by a doctor’s note. Any other requests for refunds
will be dealt with on an individual basis and will need to be requested in writing.

• If Socatots cancel a venue for the term you will be assisted in finding another
suitable session. If this is not possible you will receive a 100% refund.

• If Socatots cancel a session at any point during the term you will be offered a
credit voucher for the equivalent of the session cost.

• All Socatots coaches have had full CRB checks and are Socatots trained

• Socatots is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal belongings or effects

• You agree to keep Socatots training system confidential and to not directly or
indirectly copy or use the system; and you also agree not to directly or indirectly
manage or operate or assist in the organisation of any business which competes with
Socatots either while the child is a member of Socatots or for a period of three
years afterwards.

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
Day Dates Venue Time Phase Fees
Mon 10 Sep - 10 Dec Meadowside, Whiteley 09:30 - 10:10 2 £65
" " 10:15 - 10:55 2 £65
" " 11:10 - 11:55 3 £65
" " 13:15 - 14:00 3 £65

Tues 11 Sep - 11 Dec Meadowside, Whiteley 09:30 - 10:00 1 £65

" " 10:15 - 10:55 2 £65
" 11:10 - 11:55 3 £65

" 2000 Centre, Hedge End 13:30 - 14:15 3 £65

Weds 12 Sep - 12 Dec River Park, Winchester 09:30 - 10:10 2 or 3 £65

" " 10:20 - 11:00 2 £65
11:15 - 12:00 3 £65

" Fleming Park, Eastleigh 13:30 - 14:10 2 £65

" " 14:15 - 15:00 3 £65

Fri 13 Sep - 13 Dec River Park, Winchester 09:20 - 10:00 2 £65

" " 10:15 - 10:55 2 £65
" 11:00 - 11:45 1 £65
" " 13:15 - 14:00 3 £65
14:15 - 15:00 3 £65

Sat 14 Sep - 14 Dec St Mary's Church, Warsash 09:15 - 09:55 2 £65

" " 10:05 - 10:45 2 £65
" " 11:00 - 11:45 3 £65
11:50 - 12:30 2 £65

" Swanmore College, Swanmore 09:15 - 10:00 3 £65

" " 10:10 - 10:50 2 £65
" " 11:00 - 11:45 3 £65

Sun 15 Sep - 15 Dec Drummond Community Centre 09:00 - 09:40 2 £65

" Hedge End 09:45 - 10:30 3 £65
" " 10:40 - 11:25 3 £65
" " 11:35 - 12:20 3 £65

* Fees are payable in advance

* All Socatots are to be in Socatots kit
* Places are strictly on a first come first served basis
* Half-term is the week of 22-28 October

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
Testimonials & FAQ’s

"As soon as he see's his Socatots kit, he knows where is going!"

Gareth, father of Jude - one of our younger Socatots

"It is the highlight of his week!"

Sally, mum of Aiden on our Wednesday Phase 3 session

"I get woken at 6am on Friday mornings with Lilly 'are we seeing
the Socatot man today?'"

Mrs Cole, mum of Lily on our Friday morning sessions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: It’s just football, what else will my child get out of it? A: Your child will develop
balance, co-ordination, agility, numeracy, cognition and all round motor skills, while building
confidence and having fun through structured play. SOCATOTS provides an excellent head
start before starting physical sporting activity at school. We balance the gentle playful
technical aspect with general fun exercises and games to keep the children engaged.

Q: What is there for my child to go on to after SOCATOTS? A: From the age of five,
children can progress to our sister organisation, Brazilian Soccer Schools, ( Futebol de
Salão ) which is now an international concern with hundreds of schools worldwide. See
www.icfds.comwww.icfds.com/guildford for more information.

Q: Other groups do not require me to stay with my child? A: Parental participation is

at the heart of the SOCATOTS approach. No one knows your child, and what they respond
to, better than you. So who else is best to encourage and support them? Also, we do not
believe it would be fair for you to pay for your child to stand in line and wait their turn. This
way all children are involved all of the time.

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
Q: How competitive is it?

A: It is not competitive. It is not about winners and losers, successes and failures. The
emphasis is on individual development with the benefit for each child of participating in a
group environment as a team member playing in the same kit, and seeing other children
perform the actions while being praised and encouraged too.

Q: Why is it not team based like football?

A: The best way to explain this is to think about an orchestra. You wouldn’t put a musician
straight in to an orchestra, so why do we do the equivalent when it comes to football. At
SOCATOTS, we strive to develop the individual – the team, to the extent it exists, is all the
children in your child’s session.

Q: Is it a waste if my child doesn’t pursue football after 5 years old?

A: Those children interested in football will undoubtedly develop their ability to perform
the basic football skills of passing, dribbling and controlling the ball. For those children who
do not continue with football after the SOCATOTS programme, they will still benefit from
significant early development in their physical and cognitive abilities (i.e. perception,
enhanced hand to eye/foot co-ordination, balance, concentration, anticipation and listening
skills).

Either way, your child will intuitively equate exercise and learning as fun - the right mindset
for whatever they go on to do.

Q: My child just wants to kick the ball, is SOCATOTS for him / her?

A: Of course. Your child will constantly be working with a ball to refine their skills and
techniques. Repetition is a key element of our training and children will be playing with a ball
for the vast majority of their time. Children will be taught that the ball will respond in
different ways dependent on what they do with it. So if they love to kick, we will teach
them many different ways to kick.

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
March 2006

Dear Parent

Rules for a safe and happy session!

We hope that you are well and that you and your child are looking forward to your
first SOCATOTS session. Below we have listed a few rules that will help provide a
safe and happy environment and also give your child maximum benefit in order to
reach his/her full potential throughout the SOCATOTS term.

1. It is vitally important that you fill in the detail form provided with the
booking form.
2. Please ensure your child is dressed in suitable clothing (SOCATOTS kit)
and footwear (no jewellery). It is also advisable for adults to wear
suitable footwear.
3. Please bring a water bottle or drink.
4. There MUST be parental participation at all times.
5. Whilst the leader is giving instructions, it is important that all parents
and children stop the activity they are working on and listen carefully.
6. If your child’s behaviour is causing a disruption in the class, we would be
grateful if you could take them to one side until you feel that they are
ready to re-join the group.
7. For safety reasons please keep your child away from any equipment that
is not being used for the particular drill in progress.
8. Whilst SOCATOTS sessions will help to improve your child’s mental and
physical development, the main aim from the session is to have lots of
fun!!!

Best regards

Chris Darwen

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com
 BIRTHDAYPARTIES
Unsure what to do for your child’s birthday?

Come and Party the Socatots Way!!

What do you get?

- A Socatots football party
- Each party is unique to your requirements
- All equipment is provided
- All action for all the party!

Costs:
- £75 for 1 hour or £105 for 1 hour 30
- Payment on the day
- Food & Drink not supplied
- Party bags are an optional extra (£2.50 per bag)
- Maximum of 10 children (or a second coach will be needed
at a charge of £25 per hour)
- Venue hire is not included, but can sourced at an extra
cost.

To book, call Chris Darwen on 01483 416002

Socatots Surrey & Hants and BSS Guildford

2 Pewtrees Cottages, Lower Eashing, Godalming GU7 2QD
Tel: 01483 416002
c.darwen@icfds.com