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Soccer drills for kids of all ages focus on building fundamental skills in a fun and engaging way. This page offers a variety of drills designed to develop technical abilities, teamwork, and a love for the game at every skill level.

2v2 + 1 to Two Goals

2v2 + 1 to Two Goals

This is a 2v2 + 1 attacking soccer game is played to two goals with a free attacker on the end line between the two goals. This game focuses on playing the ball forward to your target player before going to goal.


Age: 9+ Field: 25X40
Players: 8+ Focus: GAME-LIKE
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 3.67 / 5 Views: 24,625
Published: 1/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Transition Game

1v1 Transition Game

That is a fast paced 1v1 transition game mean to focus on beating the defender and getting it into your teammate, or quickly transition to defense if the ball is lost.


Age: 7+ Field: 15X15
Players: 6+ Focus: 1v1
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 4.17 / 5 Views: 31,573
Published: 1/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
One-Touch Passing Combination with a Dribble; Series 2

One-Touch Passing Combination with a Dribble; Series 2

This is the second series to a fast-paced one-touch passing combination warmup drill with a light dribble at the end.


Age: 9+ Field: 20X20
Players: 6+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 3.5 / 5 Views: 20,667
Published: 1/7/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
One-Touch Passing Combination with a Dribble; Series 1

One-Touch Passing Combination with a Dribble; Series 1

This is the first series to a great one-touch passing combination warmup drill with a light dribble. This is a passing pattern drill that focuses on one-touch passing, receiving, movement off the ball with touches on the ball.


Age: 9+ Field: 20X20
Players: 6+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 5 / 5 Views: 19,870
Published: 1/7/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Transition

1v1 Transition

This is a fast-paced 1v1 game that focuses on quickly transitioning from the attack to defense.


Age: 8+ Field: 25X25
Players: 6+ Focus: ATTACKING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 18,947
Published: 1/6/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
4v4, Thirds of the Field, Shape and Positioning

4v4, Thirds of the Field, Shape and Positioning

This 4v4 drill is great for improving shape and positioning. Each player has their own responsibility: 1) attacker/target player stretches the field closer to the goal they are attacking. 2) winger players stretch the width of the field. 3) defensive player gives support to wingers and target player while staying the last man.


Age: 7-14 Field: 25X40
Players: 8+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 1 / 5 Views: 37,764
Published: 9/29/2022 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Speed and Reaction Game

1v1 Speed and Reaction Game

This 1v1 Speed and Reaction Game is a fun addition to any practice that focuses on quick reaction and speed, ending with a 1v1 to small goals.


Age: 7+ Field: 15X25
Players: 4+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 5 / 5 Views: 102,856
Published: 10/11/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
Soccer Tic-Tac-Toe Warm-up

Soccer Tic-Tac-Toe Warm-up

Soccer Tic-Tac-Toe is a fun warmup drill that focuses on making good decisions while under pressure.


Age: 9+ Field: 20X20
Players: 6+ Focus: FUN
Difficulty: EASY Time: 10 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 5 / 5 Views: 142,220
Published: 4/17/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
2v2 with Target Players to Small Goals

2v2 with Target Players to Small Goals

This 2v2 drill focuses on penetrating passes to a target player to stretch the field and finish on goal.


Age: 9+ Field: 25X40
Players: 6+ Focus: GAME-LIKE
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 35,734
Published: 2/14/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Attacking to a Full-Size Goal

1v1 Attacking to a Full-Size Goal

This 1v1 attacking drill that focuses on beating the defender in a 1v1 situation and finishing on a full-size goal.


Age: 9+ Field: 30X30
Players: 6+ Focus: ATTACKING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: YES Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 34,498
Published: 2/13/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Three Grid Gauntlet Attacking Drill

1v1 Three Grid Gauntlet Attacking Drill

The 1v1 three grid attacking drill focuses on dribbling to beat multiple defenders.


Age: 9+ Field: 10X40
Players: 6+ Focus: 1V1
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 3.75 / 5 Views: 28,785
Published: 2/13/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
Passing Warm-up Drill

Passing Warm-up Drill

This is a passing warm-up drill that is a great start to every practice and before a game. Players will get a lot of touches on the ball and can focus on receiving and passing while getting in a good warm-up.


Age: 7+ Field: 20X30
Players: 4+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 4.29 / 5 Views: 100,304
Published: 2/1/2021 Author: Chris Johnson

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