Under 7 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U7, Under 7, 7 and Under age group.

Under 7 Soccer Drills Games and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 7 and under aim to build fundamental skills while fostering a love for the game. This page features engaging drills that focus on improving dribbling, passing, and teamwork in a fun and supportive setting.

Age-Specific Drills

The Greeting Game EASY

The Greeting Game

This soccer drill is specifically designed for younger players (U-6 and U-8). This drill will get the players moving, greeting each other, and a building block to introduce dribbling. Good for Camp activities for the younger players.

4-8 yrs. 5+ players 10 mins. 15X20 yds. GK: no
3.87 169,581 Chris Johnson
Diagonal 1v1 Soccer Drill MEDIUM

Diagonal 1v1 Soccer Drill

This 1v1 soccer drill is great to focus on 1v1 play whether it is on the offensive or the defensive side. On the offensive side, you can get attackers to attack the defenders with speed, quick change of pace with an explosive touch to get away, and getting behind the defensive players. On the defensive side, you can focus on closing down quickly, forcing the attacker to the side and closing down the attack.

4+ yrs. 8+ players 15 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
3.87 93,257 Chris Johnson
Can You Do This? EASY

Can You Do This?

The Can You Do This? soccer drill focuses on players under 6 years old. It is designed to work on simple body movement, coordination, and balance.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
3.86 101,697 Chris Johnson
Soccer Pass and Move Drill MEDIUM

Soccer Pass and Move Drill

This soccer passing drill is a great drill to teach players movement, awareness, accuracy, timing, first touch and passing with all parts of the foot. This exercise is a good passing and moving soccer drill.

4+ yrs. 6+ players 20 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
3.84 245,611 Chris Johnson
Frogger - Youth Dribbling Drill EASY

Frogger - Youth Dribbling Drill

This youth dribbling drill, "Frogger," is perfect for U6 and U8 soccer players, focusing on building confidence and improving dribbling skills under minimal pressure. This fun and engaging activity helps young players develop control and technique in a supportive environment.

4-8 yrs. 5+ players 10 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
3.84 117,333 Chris Johnson
Simon Says - Youth Soccer Drill EASY

Simon Says - Youth Soccer Drill

The "Simon Says Youth Soccer Drill" is a fun and engaging activity designed for U6 and U8 players, focusing on improving dribbling skills and close ball control. This drill helps young soccer players develop quick responses to instructions while also enhancing their listening skills in a dynamic and enjoyable way.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
3.82 204,045 Chris Johnson
Alien Tag Soccer Game EASY

Alien Tag Soccer Game

This is a fun game for 3 through 6 year-olds. This will focus on agility, vision, and awareness, but best of all, it's fun.

4-8 yrs. 6+ players 10 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
3.8 350,522 Chris Johnson
Coach's Revenge EASY

Coach's Revenge

This drill is a fun soccer drill. It will focus a bit on young players' agility while dodging balls kicked at them and is a great ice breaker or a fun warm-up game at the beginning of practice.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 25X30 yds. GK: no
3.75 280,219 Chris Johnson
Body Parts Warm-up Game EASY

Body Parts Warm-up Game

This fun soccer dribbling drill focuses on the younger player's dribbling skills, and the ability to listen to directions and think quick on their feet while holding the ball close. This drill is an excellent dribbling warm-up exercise for Under 4, Under 5, and Under 6 soccer players.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 15X15 yds. GK: no
3.7 91,979 Chris Johnson