Soccer Class FAQ

Questions About Classes?

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from Tiny Troops Soccer parents about sessions. Didn't find the information you need? Visit our Contact Us for more information, and please don't hesitate to reach out.

Classes

How long is my child's class?

2-year-old classes are 25 minute Parent and Me classes, 3 & 4-year-old classes are 45 minutes, and 4.5-5.5-year-old classes* are 55 minutes.

* These are only held at Kadena and Lejeune at this time.

When are classes held?

Class times and days will vary by location. All of our locations run Saturday classes. Some locations may offer additional weekday classes as well.

Where are classes held?

Most of our locations hold sessions off-base at local parks or other recreational areas, usually no more than 15 minutes from the base. These locations are open to both civilian and military families.

Some locations may hold sessions on the military installation. For these select locations, a DOD ID will be required to access the location. No visitor passes will be given by Tiny Troops Soccer for on-base locations.

To determine if the location is on or off base, visit the Find My Location page. Locations with a base and city name are held off-base. Locations with only a base name are held on base, and a DOD-ID is required to access the location.

If you are unable to locate this information, please feel free to send us a message on Facebook or an email to info@tinytroopssoccer.com

Does the field location vary each week?

No. You will meet at the same time and place each week. If a field change is warranted, Tiny Troops Soccer will send notification via email about the change.

Are all ages combined?

This depends on the age of your child.

2-year-old classes are Parent and Me and are not combined with any other age. One parent or other adult is on the field with the child at all times during the class.

3-year-old classes can be run separately from 4-year-old classes or may be combined. Both ages use the same lesson plans. It is up to the parent to decide if they prefer the mixed-age grouping or if they would prefer to be in a group where both ages are separated.

How many players in a class?

We keep our classes small to allow coaches to interact and work with players as much as possible.

2-Year-Old Classes: All 2-year-old classes have up to 10 players on the field, plus a parent/guardian for each player.

3-4-Year-Old Classes: Our older classes have up to 12 players on the field.

Do I need to be at the field?

Yes. A parent/guardian must be at each class for the duration of the class to help with water breaks and child participation (if having trouble listening to the Coach, staying on Soccer Island, keeping hands to themselves, etc.).

*We require one parent per child to participate on the field for the entire class for 2-year-old Parent and Me groups.

Do you play actual soccer matches?

Our program offers skill-building classes. Unlike other youth soccer programs, our 3 & 4-year-olds only scrimmage for a few minutes during classes 3-6. This maximizes the time spent on age-appropriate skills. We also incorporate games in lesson plans that help prepare Troopers for scrimmages.

Can I give my child snacks during the class?

No. For the safety of your child, snacks may not be given. We do not want them to bring their snack onto the field and begin play, as this creates a choking hazard. Please bring plenty of water, as that is all they will need.

We have to miss a week. Can my child make up the missed class?

No, Make-ups are only offered if we cancel a class due to a weather or Coach emergency. Make-up classes are built into each class schedule and occur at regularly scheduled times on select Sundays.

If you need to contact the coach to inform them of the absence, please send a message to our Facebook page or an email to info@tinytroopssoccer.com, and we will let the coach know for you.

What is your makeup policy?

Tiny Troops Soccer's makeup policy is as follows:

We preschedule 1 make-up class at all locations for canceled classes due to weather or coach emergencies.
Make-up classes are scheduled on Sundays at regular class times.
If a make-up class is canceled, no refund will be given.

Make-ups, refunds, and credits are unavailable for missed classes due to personal reasons. (vacations, illness, etc.)

What is your inclement weather policy?

Soccer is an outdoor rain or shine sport! If conditions are deemed dangerous and a weather cancellation is necessary, the decision will be made 45 minutes prior to the start time of class.

Cancellations will be posted in the League Apps app/your account under the events/schedule section.
An email and text (if opted in) will also be sent with the rescheduled date and time.
If there is no notification, classes are a go!

A makeup day will be scheduled if a class is canceled due to inclement weather. This information will be included in the cancellation email.

I need to contact my child's coach. Can I have their information?

We do not provide personal contact information for our coaches. If you need to reach out to your child's coach, please speak to them before or after class. You may also send us a message on Facebook or email info@tinytroopssoccer.com. We will pass along the message for you.