Management
Maud Mapala
Administrative Director
Maud handles the academy's administrative and organisational management. Her professional profile guarantees VFA's seriousness and rigour in all off-pitch matters.
ManagementVision Foot Academy
Aristote Mapala
Founder & Head Coach
Psycho-football method (creator)
Technical training U4–Seniors
Mental coaching & personal development
Scouting & guidance to pro clubs
“Talent without work is worthless — but with the right method, anything is possible.”
ManagementVision Foot Academy
Maud Mapala
Administrative Director
Administrative & organisational management
Registration coordination
Financial monitoring & partnerships
Parents & families liaison
“A strong academy is also built off the pitch.”
Technical StaffVision Foot Academy
Kevin Kalonda
Coach
Technical & athletic training
Coaching U9–U17
Coordination development
Individualised physical preparation
“Every training is an opportunity to improve.”
CommunicationVision Foot Academy
Boris D'Joum
Public Relations
Media & partner relations
VFA external communication
Club network development
Institutional representation
“VFA deserves to be known beyond the borders of Wavre.”
Technical StaffVision Foot Academy
Jonathan Selemani
Coach & Public Relations
On-pitch & tactical coaching
Public relations & visibility
Training facilitation
Team cohesion development
“Football is collective — in the game as in life.”
Technical StaffVision Foot Academy
Noam
Trainee Coach
Facilitating young-category sessions
Supervision under senior staff
Pedagogical development
Closeness & player support
“Learning to teach is the finest of trainings.”
Technical StaffVision Foot Academy
Ryan
Discovery Coach
Welcome & integration of new members
Discovery sessions for all levels
Pedagogy adapted to beginners
Personalised follow-up for the youngest
“With Coach Aristote, I regained confidence in myself and my abilities.”
Founder
The visionary
Aristote
Mapala
Founder & Head Coach
Founder of Vision Foot Academy, Aristote is the academy's driving force. His unique method — combining technique, mindset and personal growth — has transformed dozens of young players in Wavre and beyond.
With the Psycho-football programme, every Wednesday he develops the mental and motor skills of young players — an innovative method, unique in Belgium.
Founder · Vision Foot Academy
The full team
Our Staff
Technical Staff
Kevin Kalonda
Coach
An experienced coach, Kevin leads trainings with passion and expertise. He contributes to the technical and athletic development of the academy's players.
Communication
Boris D'Joum
Public Relations
Boris manages external communication and partner relations for Vision Foot Academy. He is the academy's public face with clubs, media and institutions.
Technical Staff
Jonathan Selemani
Coach & Public Relations
Jonathan combines his role as coach with public relations. His versatile profile adds an extra dimension to player development and the club's visibility.
Technical Staff
Noam
Trainee Coach
Noam brings fresh energy to the technical staff. In training, he supports players with enthusiasm and dedication, under the supervision of senior coaches.
Technical Staff
Ryan
Discovery Coach
Ryan leads discovery sessions for the youngest. His closeness with players and adapted pedagogy make him a valuable asset for integrating new members.
What guides us
Our Values
01
Inclusion
Open to everyone, regardless of background or level.
02
Technical Excellence
Developing football skills at the highest level.
03
Respect
The fundamental relational value at the heart of every session.
04
Education through Sport
Football as a vehicle for human and civic development.
05
Solidarity
Mutual support, cohesion and team spirit at every moment.
06
Personal Growth
Helping every player grow, on and off the pitch.
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