Learn to Catch
Professional Football Catching Academy
Elite Hands DMV Football Catching Academy Maryland • Washington DC • Virginia Hand-Eye Coordination Ball Tracking Skills Soft Hands Technique JUGS Machine Catching Contested Catches
Training Program
What Your Child Will Learn
Our professional coaches use NFL-grade JUGS machines to build real receiving skills — not just drills.
Hand-Eye Coordination
Progressive drills that sharpen focus and reaction time for tracking the ball from release to catch.
Ball Tracking
Learn to read the ball off the machine and in the air, building instincts that translate directly to game day.
Soft Hands Technique
Master the art of absorbing the ball on contact — no more tipping, bobbling, or body catches.
Route Running Basics
Combine footwork fundamentals with catching to build complete wide receiver skills from the ground up.
Contested Catches
High-pressure drills that teach your child to secure the ball even with a defender in their face.
Game-Speed Drills
JUGS machine speeds matched to your child's age group so they train at the pace they'll play at.
Getting Started
How It Works
Three simple steps to get your child training with the pros. It takes less than 2 minutes to sign up.
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Create Your Free Account
Sign in with Google or your email. It's free — no credit card needed to get started.
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Pick Your Age Group
Choose from Ages 6-10, 11-15, or 16+ and book a drop-in session or monthly membership.
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Show Up & Train
Bring athletic shoes and a water bottle. We provide the JUGS machines, footballs, and coaching.
Programs
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Choose Your Training Program
Age-appropriate training designed to meet your child exactly where they are and push them to the next level.
Ages 6-10
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Sure Hands
Fundamentals
Ages 6-10
Build a love for the game with fun, confidence-building drills. Perfect for beginners learning to catch for the first time.
- Basic hand positioning
- Tracking slow-speed passes
- Building catching confidence
- Fun team-based challenges
Drop-In Session
$115
Monthly Membership
$400 /mo
Ages 11-15
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Iron Grip
Development
Ages 11-15
Take skills to the next level with increased JUGS speeds, contested catch drills, and route running fundamentals.
- Medium-speed JUGS training
- Two-handed catch drills
- Route running & timing
- Game-scenario catching
Drop-In Session
$115
Monthly Membership
$400 /mo
Ages 16+
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Zero Drop
Mastery
Ages 16+
College-prep intensity. Full-speed JUGS catches, advanced contested scenarios, and position-specific training.
- Full-speed JUGS machine drills
- Contested & traffic catches
- Advanced route combinations
- High-pressure game simulations
Drop-In Session
$115
Monthly Membership
$400 /mo
Parent Reviews
What Parents Are Saying
Don't just take our word for it. Here's what parents in the DMV community have to say.
"My son was terrified of catching passes. After 3 sessions with the JUGS machine, he's now the most confident receiver on his rec league team. Total game-changer."
"The coaches actually care about each kid's development. My daughter's hand-eye coordination has improved so much that her basketball coach even noticed the difference."
"My son is trying to get looks from college scouts. The JUGS machine training here is the closest thing to real game-speed reps he can get outside of practice. Worth every dollar."
FAQ
Common Questions
Everything parents ask before signing up.
No experience needed at all. Our programs are designed for all skill levels. The Ages 6-10 group starts with the absolute basics — hand positioning, tracking slow tosses, and building confidence. We meet every child where they are.
Just athletic shoes, a water bottle, and a good attitude. Receiver gloves are optional but recommended. We provide all training equipment including footballs and JUGS machines.
Safety is our #1 priority. JUGS machine speeds are carefully calibrated for each age group — younger kids get soft, slow tosses while older athletes work up to game speed. Coaches supervise every rep.
We serve the entire DMV area — Maryland, Washington DC & Virginia — including Beltsville, Laurel, Largo, Temple Hills, Suitland, Waldorf, Oxon Hill, Annapolis, Fort Meade, Claverton, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and more. Sign in to see available session locations and times near you.
Absolutely. We offer $115 drop-in sessions for any age group — no subscription required. It's the perfect way to see the training firsthand before committing to a monthly membership.
Yes. Monthly memberships can be paused or cancelled anytime through your account. Individual sessions can be rescheduled with 24-hour notice. No long-term contracts, no hidden fees.
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