Our vision is to shape the next generation of players into confident, creative, and independent thinkers on the field. By emphasizing development over shortcuts, we aim to prepare athletes not only for higher levels of play but also to carry the values of discipline, teamwork, and enjoyment into every aspect of their lives.

Who we are

KOR Soccer Academy is dedicated to building a strong foundation for the next generation of players.

We focus on the fundamentals—ball mastery, passing, movement, and spatial awareness—because we believe these core skills are essential for long-term growth in the sport. By instilling a deep understanding of the basics, we prepare players to excel within their positions, develop sharper decision-making, and transition seamlessly to higher levels of competition.

Our philosophy is rooted in discipline, development, and passion for the game. At KOR Soccer Academy, we don’t just train players—we shape thinkers, leaders, and confident athletes who are ready to thrive on and off the field.

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Meet the Coach

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Coach Kevin Zhu
Owner/Coach

Kevin Zhu is a Semi-Professional Player and Assistant Coach for Virginia Dream FC. He has over 25 years of experience playing and coaching in the Northern Virginia area. He has played for multiple clubs (Herndon, Reston, Arlington, Loudoun, etc). as well as many different leagues (NCSL, ODP, PDL, UPSL, NPSL, US Open Cup, Academy, etc).

Kevin started his collegiate career playing at Longwood University a NCAA D1 program located in Virginia. After graduating Longwood University, he played semi-professional soccer at Fredericksburg Fire (MASL3). After playing with the Fire for 2 season he transferred to Virginia Dream FC (UPSL, NPSL, US Open Cup) where he continues to play and coach.

He has worked with hundreds of players both on and off the field. Constantly finding ways to improve himself and those around him.

Contact us

Call us at 703-542-6018 or email us at KORSoccerAcademy@gmail.com for more information or to book a session.