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Get those feet moving at Soccer Shots. Photo courtesy of Soccer Shots
Get those feet moving at Soccer Shots. Photo courtesy of Soccer Shots
9/18/23 - By Diana Kim

Soccer is a year-round sport in NYC and these soccer classes in New York City for kids get them ready to hit the pitch. We've found a variety of soccer classes for budding athletes, from preschoolers just learning to kick to middle schoolers ready to master fancy footwork. For advanced players, some of these soccer classes in NYC offer travel teams and competitive leagues. 

For more great classes for kids, including everything from gymnastics classes to ninja warrior and parkour classes, check out our New York City Classes for Kids Guide and Classes Directory.

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From the Tot Footy program to travel teams, Park Slope United offers a wide range of soccer classes for kids. Photo courtesy of the club
From the Tot Footy program to travel teams, Park Slope United offers a wide range of soccer classes for kids. Photo courtesy of the club

Best Soccer Classes in NYC

Aviator Sports and Events Center - Classes

Marine Park, Brooklyn
With its 175,000-square-foot indoor sports complex and 35 acres of outdoor fields and event space, this premier Brooklyn recreational center offers programs and activities for kids 12 months and up. Choose from soccer, golf or gymnastics, fencing or figure skating, and much more. The soccer program is operated by FC Copa Academy, which strives to teach kids as young as 3 the fundamentals of soccer in a fun and educational enviroment.  READ MORE

Commonpoint Queens

Multiple Queens locations
Commonpoint Queens provides social services to the greater Queens Community. Swimming lessons are offered at a pair of locations—the Central Queens Y and Bayside High School. Private and group swim lessons are available following the American Red Cross curriculum. Classes for preschool and school-age children are also offered, including soccer, football, tennis, dance classes, and more. READ MORE

Chelsea Piers - Youth Classes

Chelsea and Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
Chelsea Piers offers dozens of sports classes for kids of all ages. Classes and camp programs include soccer, rock climbing, gymnastics, golf, multi-sport, and more. READ MORE

Park Slope United

Multiple Brooklyn locations
Park Slope United creates a soccer environment that develops players to be confident and creative. Choose from girls, boys, or co-ed classes. For advanced players, Park Slope United teams up with Brooklyn United Academy to provide a world-class soccer travel academy. Classes are offered at multiple locations throughout Brooklyn.  READ MORE

Riverdale Soccer Club

Riverdale, the Bronx
The Riverdale Soccer Club offers spring and fall sessions in Seton Park. The popular programs fill up fast, so it's a good idea to register early. A 90-minute "Peewee" instructional soccer program for first- and second-graders is held on Saturdays and includes drills and gameplay. Older kids can join its recreational leagues or try out for its travel soccer program. READ MORE

Soccer Kids NYC

Multiple Queens locations
Children can enroll in seven-week seasons with Soccer Kids NYC throughout the year. It also offers summer camp and after-school sessions for older kids. Classes are grouped by age to ensure no one is left out. Kids will sprint, jump, dribble, and even crawl through obstacle courses. No trial classes are offered, but this program gives you a full refund if your kid decides it just isn't their thing before the third class. READ MORE

Soccer Shots NYC

Multiple Manhattan and Brooklyn locations
One of New York City’s top youth soccer programs, Soccer Shots focuses on engagement and character development. Classes focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. Teamwork and having fun are also emphasized. Classes are held in multiple locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn. READ MORE

Sonic Soccer Academy

Park Slope, Brooklyn
The Sonic Soccer Academy offers sessions both indoors and outdoors throughout Park Slope, Brooklyn. Typical classes aim to develop motor skills, teach soccer basics, and give kids a chance to put their skills to the test with scrimmages. While the youngest athletes might focus on balance, older kids move on to dribbling, defending, and developing technical skills and a love of the game. Older kids ages 6+ can join one of its developmental teams. READ MORE

Super Kickers

Multiple Queens locations
The soccer programs at Super Kickers focus on exercise, teamwork, and developing soccer skills. A more advanced soccer program is also available for kids who want to take their game to the next level. READ MORE

Super Soccer Stars NYC

Citywide
Super Soccer Stars offers classes citywide that aim to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. The sport is used to build self-confidence and develop teamwork skills. Super Soccer Stars classes start at age 12 months with parent-and-me soccer classes, and its programs carry athletes through childhood and up to age 18. READ MORE

Williamsburg Soccer Club

Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Register for long-term classes or choose a drop-in option at this Williamsburg youth soccer club. Classes are held mostly outdoors, with one indoor location. Weekly classes build skills, focusing on a new one each session. All are led by qualified and background-checked coaches, too, who emphasize a love of the game alongside learning skills. READ MORE

Yorkville Youth Athletic Association

Upper East Side
Utilizing the fields on Randall's Island (fall) and in Central Park (spring), the Yorkville Youth Athletic Association sponsors everything from intro classes up to competitive leagues for those interested in the beautiful game. Indoor training is available when the weather turns. READ MORE

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Diana Kim
Diana Kim has been a contributor to Mommy Poppins for nearly 8 years. A Brooklyn mom of three (ages 7-16), she loves exploring family-friendly events and activities in Brooklyn and sharing the best finds with readers.
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