Under 4 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises
Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U4, Under 4, 4 and Under age group.
Under 4 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises
Soccer drills for kids ages 4 and under focus on developing basic motor skills and introducing the game in a fun, playful environment. This page features simple, engaging drills designed to improve coordination, balance, and a love for soccer.
UNDER 4 SOCCER DRILLS, GAMES, AND EXERCISES
Dribble Speed Tag
This drill enhances dribbling under pressure, quick changes of direction, and spatial awareness. Players learn to protect the ball while navigating through a crowded area at speed.
Dribblers vs. Defenders Challenge
This drill develops dribbling under pressure, defensive tackling skills, and quick decision-making. Dribblers learn to protect the ball while defenders work on pressing and winning possession.
1v1 with 4 Small Goals Funino
This drill improves 1v1 attacking skills, defensive positioning, and finishing under pressure. Players learn to recognize attacking opportunities while also being responsible for defending their assigned goals.
Dribbling with Pressure on the Back
This drill improves a player's ability to protect the ball while dribbling under pressure. It teaches awareness, quick reactions, and body positioning to maintain possession against a defender.
Variable Distance Passing Game
This drill improves passing accuracy, technique, and decision-making at varying distances. Players learn to adjust power and precision while maintaining consistency under pressure.
3v3 to Goals
This drill develops players' ability to attack and defend in small spaces while encouraging quick decision-making, teamwork, and fitness through constant movement.
1v1 to Tall Cones
This drill develops individual attacking and defending skills by challenging players to dribble under pressure, protect the ball, and accurately pass or shoot to knock over cones for points.
Fixed Distance Passing Game
This drill helps players develop passing accuracy, weight of pass, and first-touch control. It also reinforces teamwork and focus while progressively increasing difficulty by narrowing the passing gate.
Escape
This drill enhances a player’s ability to move under pressure while maintaining balance and control. It also encourages teamwork and coordination among defenders using their hips to contain the central player.
Troll Crossing Game
Develops dribbling under pressure, decision-making in 1v1 situations, and ball protection. Players learn to change direction and use feints to evade defenders.