Berkeley Soccer Association’s 8-week Soccer Stars program is designed with two main goals in mind:

1. To provide a fun, engaging introduction to soccer for young players.
2. To help parents who are new to the sport become confident and effective volunteer coaches.

Our Soccer Stars program is a great way for children to learn the game in a positive environment while families become part of the Berkeley Soccer community.

Each Saturday morning, experienced trainers work directly with volunteer parent-coaches, guiding them through the skills, activities, and games planned for the day. Trainers demonstrate how to teach each skill, organize a full practice session, and keep the experience fun and age-appropriate. Parent-coaches are encouraged to arrive approximately 10 minutes early to review the day’s activities with the trainers.

Sessions range from 45 minutes to one hour depending on the age group and include:

• Skill development activities
• Small-sided scrimmages
• Introduction to basic soccer rules and techniques
• Fun, high-energy games designed to build confidence and enjoyment

Players are grouped by school-year age divisions and participate in a supportive and encouraging environment focused on development and participation.

Eligibility

The Soccer Stars program is open to players born within the following school-year age groups:

• U4: August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023
• U5: August 1, 2021 – July 31, 2022
• U6: August 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021

Player Equipment

All registered players will receive a Berkeley Soccer Association T-shirt to wear during sessions.

Players should also bring:

• Shin guards (mandatory)
• Athletic shorts
• Soccer socks
• Size 3 soccer ball
• Soccer cleats or sneakers (cleats strongly recommended)

If you have any questions about the Soccer Stars program, please contact us at:

correspondingsecretary@berkeleysoccer.com

Registration Opening Soon!!!