Kick It! Soccer Programs for Long Island Kids

8/8/14 - By Linda DiProperzio

Fall is upon us, which means soccer season is about to begin. And the recent World Cup has caused kids of all ages to become obsessed with the sport. If you have a child who wants to learn to bend it like Beckham, there are plenty of programs on Long Island, from parent and child classes, development clinics, traveling teams and more. And for other after-school activities, check out our Classes and Activities Guide.

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Pro Soccer Kids
200 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre
(516) 766-KIDS (5437)
Pro Soccer offers programs for kids throughout Long Island year-round for kids 2.5 years to 8 years old. Parents can join in on the fun with kids 2 to 3 years of age, and during the Spring and Fall seasons, there are free intramural games in the Pro Soccer Kids Champions League, in addition to the regular weekly class for children ages 4-6. Birthday parties are also available.

Soccer Tots
516-874-0345
SoccerTots is a child development soccer program for kids ages 20 months-5 years utilizing a variety of fun and games to make learning soccer a wonderful experience. The curriculum is designed to promote physical fitness, skill learning, and self-confidence in every child.

Super Soccer Stars
212-877-7171
With locations in Great Neck, Long Beach and Salem, Super Soccer Stars offers Kick & Play for kids 12 to 24 months, where toddlers can work on listening to directions and engaging in exciting movement. The developmental program for children ages 5 and up focuses on introducing skills, tactical elements and team concepts in a challenging and fun environment. And the Super Soccer Stars Shine Program uses soccer as a vehicle to teach life skills to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities including but not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, ADHD and PDD-NOS.

Challenger Soccer Academy 
800-533-7371
Challengers offers its Mini-Kickers program for little ones ages 2-5 years, and a Player Program for kids 6-18 years. There are locations in Greenlawn and West Islip.

Sportime
Locations in Amagansett and Bethpage offer a soccer programs, while the multi-sports program in other locations include soccer lessons in the rotation for kids ages 2-10.

Photo Courtesy of Pro Soccer Kids