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Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U6, Under 6, 6 and Under age group.

Under 6 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 6 and under focus on developing fundamental skills while keeping the game fun and engaging. This page provides drills designed to improve basic dribbling, passing, and coordination in a positive and encouraging environment.

UNDER 6 SOCCER DRILLS, GAMES, AND EXERCISES

Snake in the Grass Soccer Game

Snake in the Grass Soccer Game

This is a great soccer game for under 6 and under 8 soccer players. This soccer game is designed to work on young players coordination and body movements.


Age: 4-8 Field: 15X15
Players: 6+ Focus: DRIBBLING
Difficulty: EASY Time: 10 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 3.38 / 5 Views: 169,683
Published: 11/26/2008 Author: Chris Johnson
1 on 1 (1v1) Soccer Progression

1 on 1 (1v1) Soccer Progression

This one-on-one (1v1)progression will focus on required dribbling skills, body feints, and the required burst of speed to beat a defender.


Age: 4-16 Field: 15X25
Players: 2+ Focus: 1v1
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 3.38 / 5 Views: 90,453
Published: 4/20/2007 Author: Chris Johnson
Monster Turns

Monster Turns

This fun youth soccer drill focuses on the U6 and U8 players dribbling skills. The added pressure allows the players to turn away from pressure while remaining in control of the ball.


Age: 4-8 Field: 20X25
Players: 5+ Focus: DRIBBLING
Difficulty: EASY Time: 10 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 3.36 / 5 Views: 78,889
Published: 1/9/2006 Author: Chris Johnson
Zig-Zag Dribbling Drill

Zig-Zag Dribbling Drill

The Zig-Zag soccer dribbling drill focuses on dribbling with speed with the inside, the outside, and the bottom of the foot.


Age: 4-12 Field: 20X20
Players: 4+ Focus: DRIBBLING
Difficulty: EASY Time: 15 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 3.14 / 5 Views: 74,018
Published: 7/25/2018 Author: Chris Johnson
Shark Attack Soccer Drill

Shark Attack Soccer Drill

The Shark Attack drill is excellent for developing dribbling skills in a fun and engaging environment, encouraging young players to think and move quickly while maintaining control of the ball. This drill will help improve dribbling skills under pressure and to develop spatial awareness and agility.


Age: 4-8 Field: 15x25
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 2 / 5 Views: 26,814
Published: 12/29/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Soccer Dribbling Basics

Soccer Dribbling Basics

This soccer dribbling drill is fundamental to young player's development, laying the foundation for more advanced dribbling skills. Keeping the environment fun and encouraging is important, allowing players to build confidence in their ball-handling abilities. This drill introduces and improves basic dribbling skills and helps develop coordination and control of the ball with both feet.


Age: 4-8 Field: 10x20
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Individual
Rating: 1.5 / 5 Views: 8,287
Published: 12/29/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Obstacle Course Dribble Drill

Obstacle Course Dribble Drill

The Obstacle Course dribbling drill is a fun way for young players to practice dribbling in a more dynamic and challenging environment. This drill involves an obstacle course with cones through which players dribble their soccer balls. It's designed to mimic game situations where players must navigate opponents or tight spaces. It helps develop their ability to control the ball under various conditions, an essential skill for soccer players of all levels. This drill helps to improve dribbling skills and agility and enhances coordination and control while maneuvering the ball around obstacles.


Age: 8-12 Field: 20x20
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Medium Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Individual
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 19,993
Published: 12/31/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Follow the Leader Dribbling

Follow the Leader Dribbling

In this drill, players follow a leader who dribbles the ball around the field, performing various movements and turns. The followers must mimic the leader's actions, encouraging them to pay close attention and react quickly. Use this drill to help enhance dribbling skills and agility and to develop the ability to imitate and react to different movements and techniques.


Age: 4-8 Field: 20x20
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 6,259
Published: 12/31/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Simple Obstacle Course

Simple Obstacle Course

This simple obstacle course is fun for young players and focuses on agility, dribbling, and scoring goals. This simple, fun obstacle course develops young players' agility, dribbling, and goal-scoring abilities. This drill sharpens dribbling technique and enhances coordination while navigating through obstacles. The focus is on building control and precision under dynamic conditions.


Age: 4-8 Field: 10x20
Players: 10+ Focus: Agility
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 11,757
Published: 8/23/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
Dribbling Through Gates Competition

Dribbling Through Gates Competition

Develop players' dribbling skills by challenging them to navigate through multiple gates within a 1-minute timeframe. This drill emphasizes quick decision-making and ball control under pressure. The goal is to enhance agility and precision while maintaining speed during dribbling.


Age: 4-10 Field: 25x20
Players: 10+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,450
Published: 8/23/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
Stop and Turn Dribbling Relay Race

Stop and Turn Dribbling Relay Race

Introduce a competitive element with the Stop and Turn Soccer Dribbling Relay Race, emphasizing stopping, turning, and directional changes. This drill reinforces quick transitions and sharpens players' ability to control the ball during directional shifts. The objective is to improve precision and speed in executing turns under pressure.


Age: 4-8 Field: 10x30
Players: 10+ Focus: Dribble/Turn
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 5,795
Published: 8/29/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
4v4 Scrimmage to Mini-Goals

4v4 Scrimmage to Mini-Goals

The objective of a 4v4 soccer scrimmage to mini-goals is to replicate the dynamics of a full-sided game in a smaller, more controlled environment. This format encourages players to focus on quick decision-making, positioning, and maintaining possession under pressure, as well as improving their ability to transition between attacking and defending. The mini-goals emphasize accuracy and composure in front of the goal, helping players develop finishing skills without the presence of a goalkeeper.


Age: 4+ Field: 30x20
Players: 8 Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: Medium Time: 15 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,592
Published: 8/30/2024 Author: Chris Johnson

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