SOCCER CLASSES
Our kids’ soccer classes are designed to spark joy, develop motor skills, and build confidence — all while learning the fundamentals of the game. Led by experienced coaches in a supportive environment, each session balances fun and focus, teamwork and technique, so every child can grow at their own pace and fall in love with soccer.
Big Dreams Start with Small Kicks
LIL’ KICKERS
Ready to introduce your toddler to the beautiful game in the most developmentally appropriate way? Discover Lil' Kickers!
With age-specific classes rooted in child development theories, Lil' Kickers brings 50 minutes of creative, high-energy activities that serve as the perfect introduction to soccer while helping children master important developmental milestones.
No prior soccer experience required. We’ll find the right curriculum for your child.
The Lil' Kickers x Sofive programs allow young players aged 18 months to 7 years to develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills through soccer-based activities designed by child development professionals. This philosophy provides children with a foundation that goes beyond soccer, preparing them to be good sports and teammates both on and off the field.
Partnering with Lil' Kickers also means offering families a program with proven results, as their curriculum has been refined over decades of working with thousands of children since 1999. The high-energy coaches lead creative games that tackle age-appropriate developmental milestones, making it the perfect way for kids to start their soccer journey while building camaraderie, accomplishment, and self-confidence.
SKILLS INSTITUTE
Looking to develop your child's soccer skills in a supportive, confidence-building environment? Discover Skills Institute!
With individualized coaching and a curriculum rooted in child development, Skills Institute offers fast-paced weekly training that helps players aged 5-12 grow at their own pace, regardless of their starting level.
No prior soccer experience required, but prior participation in Lil' Kickers is a bonus!
The Skills Institute programs focus on building both technical and tactical skills while fostering confidence and a love for the game. This child development-centered approach ensures that every player receives plenty of ball touches and personalized attention, creating an environment where growth happens naturally.
Our Skills Institute classes provide players with the technical foundation required to thrive as they progress through our player development pathway.
MINI SPORTS ACADEMY (MSA)
Ready to introduce your toddler to the beautiful game in the most developmentally appropriate way? Discover Mini Sports Academy (MSA)!
With age-specific classes rooted in child development theories, MSA brings 50 minutes of creative, high-energy activities that serve as the perfect introduction to soccer while helping children master important developmental milestones.
No prior soccer experience required. We’ll find the right curriculum for your child.
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The MSA programs allow young players aged 18 months to 7 years to develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills through soccer-based activities designed by child development professionals. This philosophy provides children with a foundation that goes beyond soccer, preparing them to be good sports and teammates both on and off the field.
U7-U8 Instructional Soccer
The U7/U8 Instructional Program is designed for players aged from 6-8 years old who want to strengthen their soccer skills in order to progress to our youth leagues and training programs.
It is our last instructional program before entering our development league play. Dribbling, passing, turning, shooting and ball control are some of the areas we look to cover during our training sessions.
Each weekly session also consists of technical training, soccer specific drills and small-sided games designed to improve, develop and enhance the players experience within our program.
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QUICK OVERVIEW
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Sofive provides youth soccer programming for children from 18 months through age 12, spanning Lil' Kickers toddler classes through Manchester City methodology programs for older elementary schoolers. This range allows families to stay with Sofive as children grow and develop new skills.
Sofive uses proprietary video replay technology at multiple centers to record games and activities, allowing parents to access footage on-demand through the Sofive webapp. This feature lets families relive memorable moments and share clips with relatives who could not attend in person.
Sofive centers feature dedicated viewing lounges, cafes, on-site parking, and climate-controlled environments designed for parent comfort during their children's activities. Many locations also include full bars and big-screen viewing areas where parents can relax while watching their kids play.
Sofive offers the Lil' Kickers curriculum specifically designed for children ages 18 months through 5 years, making it an ideal starting point for toddlers and preschoolers. The program uses play-based learning with age-appropriate activities and encourages parent participation for the youngest participants.
Sofive operates 22 indoor soccer centers across 12 main cities in 9 states, making it one of the largest small-sided soccer networks in the United States. This geographic spread offers players in major metro areas convenient access to consistent weekly play.
You can find our core centers in the following major locations:
East Coast
New York: Brooklyn
New Jersey: Carlstadt (Meadowlands)
Pennsylvania: Elkins Park
Maryland: Rockville and Columbia
Midwest
Illinois: Chicago (Chitown / La Pershing)
West Coast
California: Alameda, Covina, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, South Gate, and Upland
New & Expanded Locations
To continue growing the game, we have recently expanded our network to include even more communities. You can now also find Sofive centers in:
Florida: Lake Nona and Winter Park
North Carolina: Apex and Raleigh
Virginia: Richmond
Maine: Saco
Additional Northeast Centers: Cherry Hill (NJ), Mount Laurel (NJ), and Hatfield (PA)
Our registration platform will walk you through the process; it is light and fast. It creates an account for you when you enter your email.
Yes, the registration fee is pro-rated by the number of remaining sessions in a given season!
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