Our programs vary greatly depending on the age of the child. Regardless of the youngest or the oldest, our coaches work on a 10 week rotating curriculum that focuses on key outcomes for that week. The program rotates so
one missed week is not detrimental and children can join anytime. For example, they may have missed "left foot kicks" but that will come around again.
The nature of our programs and coaching is also
such that competitive kids are encouraged and challenged by the coaches while introductory children are supported by the coaches.
Toddler Soccer is for toddlers born from 2019 to 2021 looking to try soccer or an activity possibly for the first time. Children may or may not be comfortable leaving Mom or Dad and a supporting hand from the Parent is encouraged. Our coaches support children through different games focused on learning basic agility such as balance or kicking. Children will naturally be learning colors and counting throughout. Most importantly, this is an exciting opportunity for children to become independent and "learn how to be coached."
Kids Soccer for those born in 2015 to 2018 begins to focus on teamwork and after several sessions may introduce the concept of a "soccer game." Parents should be aware that children at this age rarely pass and certainly don't function as a team. Our coaches are instructed that it is better to change the game than to promote "fun anarchy." Coach participation is to be expected, and coaches will use different opportunities during the game to engage players through prompting and guided learning to ensure that all players are having an enjoyable and educational experience.
Our Youth Soccer School Programs for youth born in 2014 and older, resemble what parents would expect from a "soccer program." Soccer drills from the US Soccer player development guides are introduced. For the first time a significant amount of time is dedicated in each session to a soccer games/scrimmage.