Lil' Kickers Youth Soccer Classes

Step onto the field during any Lil’ Kickers class and you will find it transformed into a world created just for your child. Our well-trained coaches will thrill your child with 50 minutes of highly creative, high-energy, and age-appropriate activities that serve as a great introduction to soccer, and help children master developmental milestones.

Because Lil’ Kickers is first and foremost a child development program our purpose is really to help children mature on all levels. Our program focuses on helping children build strong physical, intellectual, and emotional skills that will help them be successful on and off the soccer field. We believe in teaching children in ways that suit their developmental level. So, you won’t see adult-like skill drills in our classes, but you will see teaching methods specifically designed to create an atmosphere that is effective and fun. You will also see happy, confident, and sweaty kids who are eager to learn and want to keep coming back for more.

Whether your child is new to soccer or has already developed a love for the game, the progressive nature of Lil’ Kickers offers a place for children at every level. Our convenient class times provide families with options to accommodate multiple children and busy schedules.

To learn more about the Lil’ Kickers program, visit www.lilkickers.com.

Program Information

Class Information

  • Coed classes for ages 18 months to 9 years
  • Classes are 50 minutes long
  • Classes are once per week and offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
  • Click on Registration link to view available times
  • Times & classes are subject to change.
  • Spaces are limited – register at the front desk, online or over the phone.
  • Open enrollment – join anytime and classes are always prorated

Class Level Descriptions

Bunnies (18-24 Months) – Parent & Child Classes

Bunnies classes introduce toddlers to soccer with games that allow them to run, play as a group and kick a ball. They gain basic soccer skills while building fundamental skills such as balance and coordination. Classes incorporate activities that are geared toward a toddler’s unique way of learning and include parachutes, bubbles, noodles, cones, lots of goal scoring, and more.

  • Bunnies classes are 50 minutes long
  • Parent participation is required
  • The ratio for Bunnies classes is 15:1 w/ parents on the field

Thumpers (2-3 Years) – Parent & Child Classes

Parents and kids, led by one of our instructors, play organized games together to develop listening skills, balance, ball skills, and foot-eye coordination. Thumpers is the ideal next step for Bunnies veterans who are not yet old enough for the Hoppers level and a perfect introduction to Lil’ Kickers for new players.

  • Thumpers classes are 50 minutes long
  • Parent participation is required
  • The ratio for Thumpers classes is 12:1 w/parents on the field

Cottontails (2.5-3.5 Years) – Parent & Child Classes

Cottontails is a class designed for children who are ready for more of a challenge than a Thumpers class, but who are not quite ready to be on the field without a parent or caregiver. The Cottontails curriculum is designed to build fundamental skills such as balance, coordination, and ball kicking. Cottontails classes also offer another component-helping your child build a sense of independence. As children progress through the session and become ready for more independence, parents can choose to transition to a less active role in the class.

  • Cottontails classes are 50 minutes long
  • The ratio for Cottontails is 7:1 w/parents on the field

Hoppers (3-4 Years) – Beginners

Hoppers classes are designed to be fun and fast-paced. Classes focus on increasing balancing skills, coordination, and fundamental soccer skills. We utilize creative games and help kids develop listening skills, cooperation, and teamwork. Hoppers classes are the first class where children participate independently.

  • Hoppers classes are 50 minutes long
  • The ratio for Hoppers classes is 7:1

Jackrabbits (3-4 Years) – Intermediate

Jackrabbits classes are designed to help transition children into non-competitive team play. Children play creative games to develop fundamental soccer skills and will also be introduced to more one-ball-oriented games and scrimmaging. The focus of the scrimmages will be to help players understand how to apply skills in different situations and build teamwork. Some small-sided non-competitive soccer games are introduced.

  • Jackrabbits classes are 50 minutes long
  • The ratio for Jackrabbits is 7:1

Big Feet (5-6 Years) – Beginners

Big Feet classes are for five and six-year-olds who have never played soccer. These classes concentrate on giving beginning kids a set of basic soccer skills (dribbling, passing, trapping, scoring) and some confidence on the field. Kids will be introduced to the ideas of sportsmanship and team play. Kids will play small-sided, non-competitive soccer games to help prepare them for Micro Classes.

  • Big Feet classes are 50 minutes long
  • The ratio for Big Feet classes is 12:1

Micro 4/5 (4-5 years)

Micro Classes are developmental and non-competitive for intermediate kids ages 4-9 years, designed to enhance individual and team skills, emphasizing fun and safety. Micro Classes are for kids who have played soccer in Lil Kickers or another program. Format

  • 50 minutes of class time with 15-20 minutes of instruction and 20-25 minutes of scrimmaging
  • Teams will field no more than four players at a time
  • Everyone gets equal playing time
  • There will be no goalies
  • We will not keep score or league standings
  • The ratio for Micro Class is 12:1

Micro 8/9 (8-9 years)

Micro 6/9 classes are for eight and nine-year-olds with previous soccer experience who are ready for more of a challenge. Classes balance using fun games and technical drills with non-competitive scrimmaging to teach weekly new skills.

  • Micro 6/9 classes are 50 minutes with 15-20 minutes of instruction and 20-25 minutes of non-competitive scrimmaging.
  • The class ratio is 12:1.

Registration Information

  • Registration
    • No spaces in any class are guaranteed without payment, as full payments are due at the time of registration. All registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • A non-refundable annual Membership fee of $13 is required for all participants registering for internal programs.
    • Minimum of three children per class. If fewer than three are signed up after the second week, you will be required to choose another time or a refund if the class is canceled.
    • Join at any time – classes are always prorated.
  • Trial Classes
    • All first-time trial classes are free of charge.
    • A Field House waiver must be completed before stepping onto the field.
    • Customers may only do trials in classes that have space available.
    • To schedule a free trial, please email youth@fredfieldhouse.com.
  • Refund Policy
    • Credits/Refunds will ONLY be given if a class has been canceled.

Program Policies

  • Transfers
    • Customers may transfer their child at any point in the session. All class transfers are dependent upon space availability.
  • Make-up Classes
    • Make-up classes are only available when given minimum 3 weeks notice, or with medical documentation. Make-up classes do not carry over into future seasons. All make-up requests need to be emailed to youth@fredfieldhouse.com.

What to bring

  • Cleats are recommended, but not required
  • One Lil’ Kicker jersey included for all new participants
  • If you would like to purchase an additional jersey, they are $15.00.
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Important Dates

Holiday Season: November 2 – December 20, 2024

Holiday Registration Opens: October 2

*Please note there will be no classes November 16th/17th, & November 25th – 29th

Fees

Registration: $15/Class

Program Contact

Mitchell Clark

Youth Programs Director

youth@fredfieldhouse.com

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