Tiny Troops Soccer
Ask a Coach: What Can I Expect from Classes?
Coach Rachel here, and I’m back to answer another question we’ve been receiving in our inbox. As you know, Tiny Troops Soccer has different classes for different age groups. These groups build upon one another, each level preparing your Tiny Trooper for the next step. From Mini Movers to our Advanced Skills class (available at…
Read MoreTiny Trooper Journeys: Crossan’s Story
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we know big goals start with little kicks. Every month, we see toddlers and preschoolers who take their first steps into the world of soccer. Over time, we watch them grow and learn beyond just learning how to dribble the ball. This post is the second in our Tiny Trooper Journeys…
Read MoreWhy Non-Competitive Soccer Matters for Toddlers & Preschoolers
When parents search for sports for their toddler or preschooler, many wonder: Is my child too young for recreational leagues? The truth is, toddlers and preschoolers benefit most from non-competitive soccer that focuses on play, fun, and developmental skills, not winning. At ages 18 months to 4 years old, children are just beginning to develop coordination, body…
Read MoreDevelopmental Soccer: More Than Just Physical Skills
When your child kicks a ball for the first time, it may just look like play, but in reality, your little one is learning so much more. At Tiny Troops Soccer, our developmental soccer program for toddlers and preschoolers helps little ones build skills that go far beyond Soccer Island. They learn coordination, balance, confidence,…
Read MoreBuilding Strong Minds on Soccer Island
Tiny Troops Soccer is about more than just learning to play soccer. It’s about helping your little one grow in mind and body. Of course, this includes their emotional and social development. To understand the impact of developmental soccer on your child’s mental health, we spoke with Jessica Nemecz, a licensed clinical professional counselor. Her…
Read MoreScrimmages and Your Tiny Trooper
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we like to give players in our 3-and-up classes the chance to participate in scrimmages at the end of classes. Our 3 and 4-year-old classes will scrimmage at the end of classes 2 and 3 for the month, while players in our 4.5/5 year old classes will scrimmage at the…
Read MoreAsk a Coach: How to Beat the Heat
Coach Rachel here again, and this time I’m back with some tips for keeping cool in the heat. It’s that time of year when many of our locations are experiencing summer heat. Tiny Troops Soccer works hard to make sure each location stays cool, and our coaches stay informed. That said, we also have some…
Read MoreTiny Trooper Journeys: Malcolm’s Story
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we know big goals start with little kicks. Every month, we see toddlers and preschoolers who take their first steps into the world of soccer. Over time, we watch them grow and learn beyond just learning how to dribble the ball. This post is the first in our Tiny Trooper…
Read MorePreparing for Your Child’s First Soccer Class
Your Tiny Trooper’s first soccer class is just around the corner! Whether you’re excited, nervous, uncertain, or somewhere in between, it’s all normal! Tiny Troops Soccer is often the very first sport for toddlers and preschoolers, and it can be hard to know what to expect during that first class. We’ve prepared some tips to…
Read MoreAsk a Coach: Dealing with 3 Common Parent Concerns
Coach Rachel from Fort Bragg here, and today we’re back with another Ask the Coach segment. Today, we’ll be taking a look at 3 common concerns parents and families may have when their little one first begins with Tiny Troops Soccer. Whether 18 months old or 3 years old, these concerns have no age limit…
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