I loved Soccer Shots for my 2-3 year old. They teach kids basics of soccer like controlling the ball, shooting, pull backs, etc. I love the non-competitive and fun atmosphere since my kid had never played or seen soccer before. My little one went from being I updated by the new environment and new activity to confident and excited about soccer. Yes, we learned a lot of new soccer skills, but also the character building aspect definitely appealed to my child. "Confidence!" Became my kid's buzzword for a long while. Also good sportmanship by cheering for others, and listening to coach was a skill I watched blossom with soccer shots.
The class also includes online tips/lessons for adults who want to take the soccer skills to the next level with their child. This isn't something I used much since I don't know how to play soccer, but I appreciated the sentiment. It also helped me to connect the games the kids play with real soccer terms other people can understand.
The coaches are phenomenal. I imagine they are not only passionate about the children they coach, and their fostering of love for the game, but they are also paid appropriate to their skills. I've talked to several coaches and they talk about how much they love the company and so many coaches stay for years. Both continuity and good pay are so crucial for children's development. If you can find both in a child development setting, then that is worth keeping.
If you have a toddler and are looking for games that mirror those that adults play, this is not that. Soccer shots will teach the fundamentals, and your kid will score goals, but it will not look like FIFA. You'll meet other families, see great coaching, and watch children go from wall flowers to fully engaged little players. We had two kids who clearly had strong previous soccer experiences and they did not seem bored at all. Lots of laughing, playing, cheering, and they worked on honing and expanding those skills. They were also very motivating to my beginner child who saw that even small children can do what coaches can do. Was very cool.
Thanks Soccer Shots. For the curious- I paid for two seasons- 8 weeks each session. It was $144.00 or 2 payments of $72.00 when I signed up. Worth every penny. read more