For Ages 2-4

Futures: Developmental Youth Soccer Program for 2-4 year olds

UKC Futures are a unique developmental soccer program designed for toddlers and Pre-K aged 2 to 4 years. Our program combines the fundamentals of soccer with activities that enhance motor skills, coordination, teamwork, and confidence. We aim to provide a positive introduction to sports and physical activity in a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment.

Curriculum:

Sprouts (30-36 months): This parent participation class uses a variety of props, songs, and games to engage toddlers in participation activities. We will help develop simple motor skills using engaging games. Focus points: listening skills, teamwork, balance, foot-eye coordination, running control, basic motor skills, introduction to soccer, parent-child bonding activities, having fun!

Footy's (3-4 years): This class is the progressive class to Sprouts with parent participation being optional. It develops advanced motor skills using engaging, fun games. The goal is to improve the child's fitness, soccer skills, and athleticism. Focus points: enhanced motor skills, basic soccer techniques (i.e. kicking, dribbling), interactive games, listening skills, advanced foot-eye coordination, teamwork, and sharing.

Cost, Class Schedule, Times:

Each session is 6-weeks long. Cost for either session is $90/session. Includes 6 instructor led classes. Sprouts classes are 40 minutes long and Footy's classes are 45 minutes. Sessions will begin on September 3rd at Apex Sports Hub.

Wednesday Classes (Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8): Footy's (3-4 years) 9:00am; Sprouts (2-3 years) 10:00am

Friday Classes (Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10): Sprouts (2-3 years) 9:00am; Footy's (3-4 years) 10:00am

Conclusion:

Futures aims to set the foundation for a lifetime of physical activity and healthy living for toddlers through soccer. By focusing on early development and creating a fun, supportive environment, Futures will be a valued addition to the community, helping young children thrive physically, cognitively, and socially. Additionally, Futures allows Union KC Soccer Club to be on of the only clubs in the country to offer soccer classes from "Cradle to College".

Contact Shawn Gropper for additional information - sgropper@unionkcsoccer.com