July 31, 200818 yr Last year my 3 year old son played soccer at a church recreation program. He loved it but I felt that it wasn't very instructional as far as teaching them anything. I know its hard to teach 3 year olds, but he is talented and picks up on things very easy. The coach's were mostly parents just wanting to help out and basically they let them run and do whatever. Anyone have any suggestions on places that aren't way expensive but really more into teaching the kids the right way to play. He is 4 now and very into sports. I just really want to get him in the right programs to get the right coaching for tball/baseball and soccer. Thanks.
July 31, 200818 yr He is 4 now and very into sports. If that is the case, then I would view the 3-year-old experience as a success.
July 31, 200818 yr I wouldn't worry about instruction at this point. You did say he was 4, correct? How much instruction can you have for a 4 year old?
July 31, 200818 yr Try your local YMCA . I know that they have a league for younguns at the Y in Ft Thomas maybe they offer the same program in Boone Co.
July 31, 200818 yr I have found that the "swarm" effect usually lasts in kids' soccer until about the age of 7. It takes that long for the kids to learn to hold their positions and not chase the ball all over the field.
July 31, 200818 yr Just let him have fun. At that age, the youth leagues will start having teams, at least they used to. I played at the Y out at Boone years ago starting at 4 years of age. However, I coach 5, 6, and 7 year olds in baseball, and those kids can barely retain the instruction they received 5 minutes ago. So, the likelyhood of a 4 year old maintaining the proper spacing depending where the ball is on the field is very unlikely. Even if you have one doing it, the others aren't. Just let him swarm with the rest of them.
July 31, 200818 yr I have found that the "swarm" effect usually lasts in kids' soccer until about the age of 7. It takes that long for the kids to learn to hold their positions and not chase the ball all over the field. Often in basketball too.
July 31, 200818 yr Often in basketball too. As well as baseball. I've seen several 3rd basemen (and basewomen:lol:) trying to chase balls hit to right.
July 31, 200818 yr Try SOAS (Lil Kickers) Program..They do a very good job...It is at their Mt. Zion indoor facility..
July 31, 200818 yr I grew up in the YMCA and then eventually moved on to bigger and better things, but I believe that it is a very rewarding experience and a great first step for a young soccer player.
July 31, 200818 yr I guess I am impatient lol NO....you just want him to have the best! Anyway, here in Bowling Green, Parks and Recs has wonderful programs for little ones....even the 3 and 4 year olds. I don't know if you all have a Parks and Recs place there or not. They coach soccer, baseball, softball, football, etc. They have uniforms and play other teams and all. It is sooooo cute to watch the little ones playing...I love it!
August 1, 200818 yr All four of my sons played soccer at an early age, favorite part...after the game snacks. All have done very well as they aged, just have fun and at the church he might learn a bible story.
August 1, 200818 yr He's four years old. I remember T-Ball for 5 yr olds. Some of the outfielders were more curious watching a plane fly overhead or picking at grass than catching balls. He will be fine.
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