Soccer Classes
For Kids in Seattle
Designed for Development At Every Stage
Arena Sports soccer classes offer year-round options for kids from 18 months through 12 years old. Whether you’re looking for a playful parent-child introduction to soccer or more technical skill development as your child grows, our proven curriculum is designed to meet kids where they are. With options across age groups and skill levels, families can find the right fit to match their child’s comfort level and readiness.
Soccer Programs
Arena Sports offers two distinct soccer programs designed for kids at every stage of their development. Explore each option below to get a closer look at each program and how it supports your child’s growth.
LIL’ KICKERS
Ages 18 Months – 9 Years
Where play meets learning! Lil’ Kickers uses imaginative games and activities to introduce toddlers and young children to soccer while supporting early motor skills and social confidence.
Skills Institute
Ages 5-12
Technical soccer training focused on building skills, game IQ, and confidence through fast-paced drills and small-sided scrimmages. Our proven curriculum supports young players at all skill levels.
FIND THE RIGHT FIT
Browse Classes by Age & Skill Level
Children grow and learn at different rates, even within the same age. That’s why our kids’ soccer classes are designed to match each child’s abilities and confidence, helping them thrive on the field and enjoy the game from day one.
18 months – 3 Years
First kicks, big smiles.
A mix of parent-child and independent classes that introduce toddlers to group learning, basic motor skills, and playful movement.
4-6 years
Learning through play, growing independence.
Classes transition to independent play and skill development, offering beginner and intermediate options to match each child’s experience.
7-12 years
Building skills, confidence, and game sense.
Focused on technical soccer development and game strategy, with beginner to advanced levels to challenge and engage every player.
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At a Glance
Class & Season Schedule
Classes consist of 50-minute sessions, once per week, designed to keep kids engaged and active. Seasons run for 11-13 weeks across Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.
Easy Enrollment
New families can enjoy a FREE trial class to experience the program firsthand. Plus, our open enrollment means you can sign up online anytime.
Convenient Locations
Six year-round indoor locations, plus additional outdoor venues in the summer, with class times during the day—morning, mid-day, and early evenings.
Sibling Discounts
Save on your enrollment fee when you enroll multiple children in our programs.
Why Choose Arena Sports for Soccer Classes?
Learn more about our skills training program.
- High-energy, dedicated coaches that create a positive space where kids feel encouraged to learn and grow
- Classes tailored to different ages and skill levels, now including Girls-Only Skills Institute classes for an inclusive and focused experience
- Low coach-to-player ratio so every child gets the support and attention they need
- Indoor facilities mean families can count on consistent, year-round classes without cancellations or rainouts
- Still unsure? Try a Lil’ Kickers or Skills Institute class for free to see if we’re the right fit for your family!
Proven Programs, Built for Kids
With 25+ years of experience and more than 2 million kids served nationwide, our programs are designed to meet kids at every stage—from first kicks to real skill-building. Our child-centered curriculum goes beyond soccer drills to support confidence, coordination, and cognitive development.
Convenient & Flexible for Families
With five Arena Sports locations in the Seattle area plus seasonal satellite locations, our soccer classes are easy to fit into your routine. Open enrollment, flexible make-up classes, and payment plans make it simple to get started and stay enrolled.
FAQs
Children can start soccer classes at any age, depending on the program that fits best. Our youngest Lil’ Kickers class, Bunnies, welcomes children starting at 18 months, offering toddlers a playful, parent-supported introduction to movement, coordination, and group play. Older children can join age-appropriate classes designed to match their developmental stage and skill level.
Lil’ Kickers is a child development soccer program that teaches basic skills through fun, creative, and energetic games. Skills Institute also encourages age-appropriate child development, but focuses on teaching more technical and tactical soccer skills through various fast-paced, structured drills.
No, classes are 50 minutes and require a parent or guardian to be on-site at all times.
Our programs are grouped by age and developmental readiness, with overlapping ranges to accommodate different comfort and skill levels. Toddlers often start with parent-child classes to build confidence and basic motor skills, while older children can move into independent play or more technical skill-building sessions. You can also try a free class to see which program feels like the best fit. Our coaches are happy to provide guidance and help you find the program that matches your child’s abilities, interests, and comfort level.
Can my child join mid-session?
Yes! We offer open enrollment so you can join any time. Class fees are prorated, so you only pay for the remaining classes in the session.
Participants should wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes (no outdoor cleats). Shinguards are not needed until Micro Classes and Skills Institute classes. Lil’ Kickers or Skills Institute jerseys and shorts are given to first-time customers for free, and can thereafter be purchased at a low cost. Outfitting your child in Lil’ Kickers garb is a fun way to make your child feel part of a team. Plus, kids love looking like their older soccer-playing role models!
Yes! We offer a sibling discount for each additional child registered when the children are registered at the same time. Contact us for pricing.
