Character-building skills on and off the field.
At the Y, children learn basic soccer skills using age-appropriate equipment (i.e. smaller balls and goals for young kids). Players do fun drills and games that teach fundamental soccer skills, such as dribbling, passing and shooting. As players develop, coaches work with the kids on the idea of team play and basic strategy.
At our Ys, kids can play soccer in leagues or clinics. This gives kids more of a chance to learn the game through a developmental process, as our coaches build their confidence in skills, knowledge of the game and understanding of the sport. Our Ys participate in a number of soccer leagues, both Inter-Y and with partner organizations like the United Sports Soccer League and the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association. Soccer leagues build character and instills the values of fair play and teamwork while providing important exercise and soccer skill development. Every kid plays in Y leagues.
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Preschool Soccer
Preschool Instructional Soccer
Preschool Instructional Soccer at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool soccer program is an introduction to soccer. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport.
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Preschool Soccer Instructional Class
Preschool Soccer Instructional Class at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA Preschool soccer program is an introduction to soccer. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Youth Soccer Instructional Class
Youth Soccer Instructional Class at Downriver Family YMCA
YMCA youth soccer program is an introduction to soccer. Children learn socialization with kids their own age, while gaining basic skills of the sport.
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Youth Soccer
Indoor Soccer (Futsal) League
Indoor Soccer (Futsal) League at Farmington Family YMCA
Invented for YMCA’s in 1930, Futsal is a variation of soccer played indoors, on a hard surface (basketball court). The rules are virtually identical as outdoor soccer, only on a smaller, harder playing surface, 5v5, and a heavier ball to improve ball control.
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United Soccer League – 4-5
United Soccer League – 4-5 at Carls Family YMCA
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices Ages 4-5: Practice 30 minutes on Saturday and Play 30 minutes.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Practices Ages 4-5: Practice 30 minutes on Saturday and Play 30 minutes.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
United Soccer League – 6-8
United Soccer League – 6-8 at Carls Family YMCA
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
United Soccer League – 8-11
United Soccer League – 8-11 at Carls Family YMCA
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
United Soccer League – 11-14
United Soccer League – 11-14 at Carls Family YMCA
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 8-11 and 11-14; if you have younger/newer players who are 11 years old, we suggest registering for the 8-11 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 11 year old then we suggest the 11-14 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Practices: Begins week of April 9th with 1 to 2 practice/week.
Games: Sat. April 13th – May 18th assigned 1 or 2 games/week, depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 8-11 and 11-14; if you have younger/newer players who are 11 years old, we suggest registering for the 8-11 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 11 year old then we suggest the 11-14 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD Team fees will include a Jersey. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register