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Spring soccer guide for Brooklyn

Our comprehensive overview of spring soccer programs in Brooklyn for ages 12 months to 18 years includes program details, skill levels, try-out and league dates, costs and more.

Albion SC Brooklyn | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: Albion SC Juniors program put a strong emphasis on developing the Junior player starting with the 3 year old and really fostering the proper environment for a young player to fall in love with the game and gain top level coaching. The Albion Junior program extends to 14 years old and serves as the recreational program for players that are not ready to make the jump to competitive soccer yet.

Levels: Developmental. Tryout information here

Ages: 3-9

Dates: Spring registration coming soon

Costs: n/a

Locations: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website info@albionscbrooklyn.org

 

Albion SC Brooklyn | Red Hook

Program details: Albion SC Juniors program put a strong emphasis on developing the Junior player starting with the 3 year old and really fostering the proper environment for a young player to fall in love with the game and gain top level coaching. The ALBION Junior program extends to 14 years old and serves as the recreational program for players that are not ready to make the jump to competitive soccer yet.

Levels: Developmental. Tryout information here

Ages: 3-9

Dates: Spring registration coming soon

Costs: n/a

Locations: Red Hook Ball Field | Red Hook

Contact: Website info@albionscbrooklyn.org

 

AYSO BROOKLYN | Prospect Park

Program details: The largest nonprofit Youth Soccer program in Brooklyn, Everyone Plays® in Brooklyn AYSO! Children are not registered on their merits as soccer players, but rather on their interest and enthusiasm. Our objectives are to teach, promote and develop youth soccer in the United States, and to develop America’s youngsters in body and character. All of AYSO’s coaches, referees, managers and other local officials are volunteer members dedicated to our youth, their communities, and AYSO’s philosophies and objectives.

Levels: All levels; Beginner to Intermediate.

Ages: 5-19

Dates: Mid-April thru Mid-June

Costs: $150 ($135 Early Bird before 3/15)

Locations: Prospect Park Parade Grounds

Contact: https://www.brooklynayso.org

 

Bedstuy Soccer Club | Bed Stuy

Program details: A perfect way to get our young soccer school players introduced to the real game of soccer. Players ages 6+ can enjoy a real game experience with coaches and friends. A tier down from competitive travel soccer this league will help enhance their skills towards the game. League structure will allow all levels of soccer players the opportunity to exercise their passion for soccer in a non judgmental zone. A great environment for players to make mistakes and learn from them.

Levels: Intermediate programs

Ages: 6-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule March 18 – June 24

Costs: $275

Locations: P.O Reinaldo Salgado Park | Bed Stuy

Contact: Website Info@bedstuysc.com | 347-330-3122

 

Bedstuy Girls Soccer Program | Bed Stuy

Program Details: Introducing an exclusive program for girls ages 5-13 years old at the P.O Reinaldo Salgado park in Bedstuy. Girls can learn soccer, get better and eventually compete at the highest level in youth soccer.

Levels: Intermediate programs, travel Programs

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring-Fall 2023 schedule March 14 – November 27

Costs: $275

Locations: P.O Reinaldo Salgado Park | Bed Stuy

Contact: Website Info@bedstuysc.com | 347-330-3122

 

Brooklyn City FC | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: Brooklyn City FC Youth program takes an inclusive approach to youth development and offer youth players multiple entry points into the club, so motivated aspiring players can join the club and work their way onto more competitive teams or else settle in at whatever level they wish to play. However, this means they will have the opportunity to enter the club at a level that corresponds to their current playing level, simply defined at 3 tiers: Developmental, where players will be offered enrollment into weekly Individual programs, giving them the opportunity to build a foundation of technical skills necessary to compete in youth club teams. Club, players are rostered onto one of the teams and compete in youth club leagues against other clubs. Academy, competitive teams for the most motivated and talented players, aspiring to pursue the game at a “higher level”.

Levels: Beginner, developmental and competitive. Tryouts registration here

Dates: n/a yet

Ages: 4-18

Costs: n/a yet

Location: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | info@brooklyncityfc.org | 917-548-9690

Brooklyn City FC | Red Hook

Program details: Brooklyn City FC Youth program takes an inclusive approach to youth development and offer youth players multiple entry points into the club, so motivated aspiring players can join the club and work their way onto more competitive teams or else settle in at whatever level they wish to play. However, this means they will have the opportunity to enter the club at a level that corresponds to their current playing level, simply defined at 3 tiers: Developmental, where players will be offered enrollment into weekly Individual programs, giving them the opportunity to build a foundation of technical skills necessary to compete in youth club teams.
Club, players are rostered onto one of the teams and compete in youth club leagues against other clubs. Academy, competitive teams for the most motivated and talented players, aspiring to pursue the game at a “higher level”.
Levels: Beginner, developmental and competitive. Tryouts registration here
Dates: March – June
Ages: 4-18
Costs: $690
Location: Red Hook Ballfields | Red Hook
ContactWebsite | info@brooklyncityfc.org | 917-548-9690

Brooklyn City FC | Prospect Park

Program details: Brooklyn City FC Youth program takes an inclusive approach to youth development and offer youth players multiple entry points into the club, so motivated aspiring players can join the club and work their way onto more competitive teams or else settle in at whatever level they wish to play. However, this means they will have the opportunity to enter the club at a level that corresponds to their current playing level, simply defined at 3 tiers: Developmental, where players will be offered enrollment into weekly Individual programs, giving them the opportunity to build a foundation of technical skills necessary to compete in youth club teams.
Club, players are rostered onto one of the teams and compete in youth club leagues against other clubs. Academy, competitive teams for the most motivated and talented players, aspiring to pursue the game at a “higher level”.
Levels: Beginner, developmental and competitive. Tryouts registration here
Dates: March – June
Ages: 4-18
Costs: $690
Location: Parade Grounds | Prospect Park
ContactWebsite | info@brooklyncityfc.org | 917-548-9690

 

Brooklyn United Academy | Fort Greene

Program details: Brooklyn United Academy provides the communities of Brooklyn with a world-class soccer academy on par with the top clubs in the world. BKU Academy provides boys and girls aged 11-18 the best opportunity to master the game and improve themselves during these critical years of development, and position themselves for college recruitment. BKU’s training methodology was forged on some of the top pitches across Europe. As a thought leader in the space, the academy is set to continue to grow and flourish in the coming years. As such, a serious level of commitment is required to be admitted to the academy. Players that succeed in this highly competitive environment are those who have fully committed not only to the game, but to themselves and the desire to put forth their best effort. Both boys and girls academy teams practice 3 times per week. Our teams play weekend games in a travel league in the fall and spring, and enter into tournaments during the winter.

Levels: Competitive. BKU will be holding its annual tryouts on the following dates and times, all at LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center. Girls 2009 – Wednesday, May 17 – 5:30p – 7:00p. 2010, 2011, 2012 – Thursday, May 18 – 5:30p – 7:00p. Boys 2011, 2012 – Friday, May 19, 4:00p – 5:15p, 2010 – Friday, May 19, 5:15p – 6:30p. 2009 -Friday, May 19, 6:30p – 7:45p. 2008 – Friday, May 19, 7:45p – 9:00p Register here.

Ages: 11-18

Dates: Spring 2023 tryout schedule May 17 – May 19

Costs: N/A

Locations: LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center | Fort Greene

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy Youth Soccer Leagues | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: Spring 2023 Youth Soccer League registration is now live! Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy offers affordable youth soccer leagues for 1st — 6th graders. League is a 10-week season in partnership with Metro Soccer. All teams are coached by volunteer parent coaches, and parents are encouraged you to consider volunteering when registering.

Levels: All levels

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 4 – May 27

Ages: 1st – 6th grades

Costs: $110 – $160 per 10-week season (tiered pricing)

Location: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | soccer@brooklynbridgepark.org

 

Brooklyn Force Soccer | Gowanus

Program details: Brooklyn Force Soccer provides youth players a development structure focused on empowering intelligent, confident and hard working. From development clinics and camps to advanced soccer trining and competitive club travel team programs. Indoors

Levels: Tryouts for the club from age 8 and up. Younger kids will either be placed into Juniors or Minis (based on age) or into general youth programming as a first contact with the sport.

Ages: 3-14

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: n/a

Location483 Baltic St | Gowanus

ContactWebsite | danny@BrooklynForceSoccer.com

 

Fort Greene Falcons Soccer Club | Fort Greene

Program details: Based in Ft. Greene, Brooklyn, Fort Greene Falcons Soccer Club is a year round soccer program for boys and girls that teaches students the fundamentals of passing, dribbling and kicking while emphasizing team work, good sportsmanship and individual skills. As young athletes skills increase they begin to incorporate simple one on one games. Intermediate to advanced athletes have one on one, three on three and five on five games at the end of class.

Levels: Beginner, developmental

Ages: 2 – 9

Dates: Spring 2023 program starts March 18

Costs: $375

Location: South Oxford Park | Fort Greene

ContactWebsite | nicole@fgfsoccer.com | 917-309-4590

 

French Football Academy | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: The Soccer classes emphasizes individual skill development and teamwork, focusing on more advanced skills, development and tactical awareness. All classes are taught by soccer coached who push players to constantly improve skills.

Levels: Development and competitive. Tryouts for Elite Youth Soccer Program 2023-24 for Brooklyn based players born 2008-2010 will be held on Wednesday April 19 at Sunset Park Soccer Field and for players born 2011-2015 on Thursday April 20 at Pier 5 field 2 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. More here.

Ages: 5-10

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 15 – June 7

Costs: $495

Location: Cadman Plaza Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | info@fffacademy.com

 

Future Stars Futbol | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: Future Stars Futbol is a year-round youth soccer program, offering outdoor training in the fall and spring, clinics in the summer, and an indoor schedule in the winter months. Travel teams, tryouts, academy programs, development teams and more for winter, spring and summer 2023. Players participate in fun small sided drills, competitions and improve skills and techniques for future team rosters. Location is Brooklyn Bridge park pier 5, starting March 22 through end of May. Teams also play in CJSL and NYCSL and participate all year round in local and international tournaments.

Levels: All levels. Tryouts for 2023-24 Fall to Spring Season will be held starting in April at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 4pm. All levels welcome to attend birth year ages 2016 through 2011. Register here.

Ages: 5-11

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 22 through the end of May, and Spring Clinic schedule is April 10 – April 14

Costs: $400-$600

Location: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | chloe.leichman@gmail.com | 206-919-4379

 

Gjoa Soccer | Prospect Park

Program details: Little Vikings classes are the earliest introduction to organized soccer on the Gjøa Pathway. For girls and boys 3-5 years old, these sessions develop a love for the game through fun and engaging activities while establishing the fundamental skills needed to grow and improve in soccer. The Youth Development Program (YDP) offers girls and boys ages 6 through 12 the opportunity to improve their game through professional instruction. Gjøa coaches teach ball mastery and technical skills for the first half of each session, then organize scrimmages in a fun and supportive environment. Little Vikings/YDP are outdoors in Fall and Spring, and indoors in Winter. These clinics are not open to Gjøa Travel Soccer players. For more info about Travel Soccer click here.

Levels: Beginner, intermediate

Ages: 4 -9

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 20 – June 12

Costs: $245 – $275

Location: Parade Ground | Prospect Park

Contact: Website | info@gjoa.org

 

Gjoa Soccer | Prospect Heights

Program details: Little Vikings classes are the earliest introduction to organized soccer on the Gjøa pathway. For girls and boys 3 to 5 years old, these sessions develop a love for the game through fun and engaging activities while establishing the fundamental skills needed to grow and improve in soccer. The Youth Development Program (YDP) offers girls and boys ages 6 through 12 the opportunity to improve their game through professional instruction. Gjøa coaches teach ball mastery and technical skills for the first half of each session, then organize scrimmages in a fun and supportive environment. Little Vikings/YDP are outdoors in Fall and Spring, and indoors in Winter. These clinics are not open to Gjøa Travel Soccer players. For more info about Travel Soccer click here.

Levels: Beginner, intermediate

Ages: 3 -12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 17 – June 9

Costs: $125 – $250

Location: Dean St Playground | Prospect Heights

Contact: Website | info@gjoa.org

 

Gjoa Soccer | Park Slope

Program details: Little Vikings classes are the earliest introduction to organized soccer on the Gjøa pathway. For girls and boys 3 to 5 years old, these sessions develop a love for the game through fun and engaging activities while establishing the fundamental skills needed to grow and improve in soccer. The Youth Development Program (YDP) offers girls and boys ages 6 through 12 the opportunity to improve their game through professional instruction. Gjøa coaches teach ball mastery and technical skills for the first half of each session, then organize scrimmages in a fun and supportive environment. Little Vikings/YDP are outdoors in Fall and Spring, and indoors in Winter. These clinics are not open to Gjøa Travel Soccer players. For more info about Travel Soccer click here.

Levels: Beginner & intermediate

Ages: 3 -12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 20 – June 12

Costs: $275

Location: Washington Park | Park Slope

Contact: Website | info@gjoa.org

 

Metro Soccer Middle School Soccer | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: If your child is in the 7-9th grades and have therefore aged out of the Pier 5 Soccer program then they are eligible for this program held at Pier 5 after the regular elementary school program. Metro Soccer NY will be running an 8 week Soccer Program on Saturdays on Pier 5 starting March 4th from 12;15 to 1:30pm. The format will be a mix of training drills and games. This Spring there is a mid-season break due to other activities booked by the Park. We will concentrate more on individual skills and technique correction, providing a framework for improvement. All coaching will be undertaken by Metro Soccer coaches. This is not a Conservancy program, although many of the coaches will be returning to work with your children.
Levels: Beginner, developmental
Ages: 7 – 9 Grades
Dates: March 4 – May 20
Costs: $120
Location: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

 

Soccer Legion FC | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: Legion FC offers Total Soccer, Grassroots Soccer and Accelerated soccer programs. Coaches create an environment where the focus is on the player’s, abilities, interests, and learning styles and the coach performs as the facilitator. At each stage of development, the player should actively participate in creating the learning experience. Individual performance outcomes largely direct coaching content and activities.

Levels: Beginners, development and competitive. To set up a tryout email along with player name, age and current soccer experience.

Ages: 3-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March – June 17

Costs: $250

Location: Cadman Plaza Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | info@soccerlegion.com

 

Soccer Legion FC | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: Legion FC offers Total Soccer, Grassroots Soccer and Accelerated soccer programs. Coaches create an environment where the focus is on the player’s, abilities, interests, and learning styles and the coach performs as the facilitator. At each stage of development, the player should actively participate in creating the learning experience. Individual performance outcomes largely direct coaching content and activities.

Levels: To set up a tryout email along with player name, age and current soccer experience.

Ages: 8-11

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March – June 17

Costs: $250

Location: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | info@soccerlegion.com

 

NYC Girls Soccer Club | Park Slope

Program details: New to soccer or been playing for a while, New York City Girls Soccer club goal has solely been to offer the most challenging, soccer classes for girls soccer players within the New York City area. Girlville soccer classes are, held for 1 – 2 hours throughout Brooklyn and open to all players. Each class is designed and taught, to be understandable and fun to any style of player. Whether your child is a beginner or a young pro, New York City Girls Soccer Club will help nurture and continue to grow their skills as young soccer players.. After school pick up provided for players of PS 58, PS 29, PS 261+ more.

Levels: Intermediate programs and travel programs with tryouts for an in person screening for players born 2012-2018

Ages: 6-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 14 – June 26

Costs: $350

Location: Dean St Playground | Park Slope

ContactWebsite | info@nycgirlssoccerclub.com

 

NYC Girls Soccer Club | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: New to soccer or been playing for a while, New York City Girls Soccer club goal has solely been to offer the most challenging, soccer classes for girls soccer players within the New York City area. Girlville soccer classes are, held for 1 – 2 hours in Dumbo and open to all players. Each class is designed and taught, to be understandable and fun to any style of player. Whether your child is a beginner or a young pro, New York City Girls Soccer Club will help nurture and continue to grow their skills as young soccer players..

Levels: Intermediate programs and travel programs with tryouts for an in person screening for players born 2012-2018

Ages: 6-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 17 – June 30

Costs: $350

Location: Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5 | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website | info@nycgirlssoccerclub.com

 

NYC Girls Soccer Club | Carroll Gardens

Program details: New to soccer or been playing for a while, New York City Girls Soccer Club goal has solely been to offer the most challenging, soccer classes for girls soccer players within the New York City area. Girlville soccer classes are, held for 1 – 2 hours in Carroll Park and open to all players. Each class is designed and taught, to be understandable and fun to any style of player. Whether your child is a beginner or a young pro, New York City Girls Soccer Club will help nurture and continue to grow their skills as young soccer players..

Levels: Intermediate programs and travel programs with tryouts for an in person screening for players born 2012-2018

Ages: 6-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 15 – June 29

Costs: $350

Location: Carroll Park “asphalt field” | Carroll Gardens

Contact: Website | info@nycgirlssoccerclub.com

 

Park Slope United Tot Footy | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: PSU’S Tot Footy program is built around teaching the fundamentals of soccer through fun based games and imagination. Park Slope United, our Tot Footy program is the foundation of the club’s player development model. The professional staff of coaches pull from an extensive library of games that engage kids to actively play, learn, and move.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $300

Locations: Cadman Plaza Park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Tot Footy | Fort Greene

Program details: PSU’S Tot Footy program in LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center is built around teaching the fundamentals of soccer through fun based games and imagination. Park Slope United, our Tot Footy program is the foundation of the club’s player development model. The professional staff of coaches pull from an extensive library of games that engage kids to actively play, learn, and move.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $300

Locations: LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center | Fort Greene

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Tot Footy | Prospect Park

Program details: PSU’S Tot Footy program in Prospect Park is built around teaching the fundamentals of soccer through fun based games and imagination. Park Slope United, our Tot Footy program is the foundation of the club’s player development model. The professional staff of coaches pull from an extensive library of games that engage kids to actively play, learn, and move.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: $300

Locations: Long Meadow Ballfield 3 | Prospect Park

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Tot Footy | Park Slope

Program details: PSU’S Tot Footy program in Park Slope is built around teaching the fundamentals of soccer through fun based games and imagination. Park Slope United, our Tot Footy program is the foundation of the club’s player development model. The professional staff of coaches pull from an extensive library of games that engage kids to actively play, learn, and move.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $300

Locations: Park Slope Playground and Grand Army Plaza Park | Park Slope

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Development Classes | Park Slope

Program details: The Developmental Program is the beginner level program for kids 5-11. Through these classes, which emphasize fundamental development, players will build a connection to the ball, their coaches, the other players, and their own self-assuredness and confidence! The Developmental Program is the first step in the Park Slope United soccer program structure and prepares players to eventually join our Travel Program. While the Developmental Classes are co-ed, they do offer girls-only Developmental classes, which you can read more about, here.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 5-11

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $300

Locations: Park Slope Playground | Grand Army Plaza Park | JJ Byrne Field | Park Slope

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Development Classes | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: The Developmental Program in Cadman Plaza Park is the beginner level program for kids 5 to 7. Through these classes, which emphasize fundamental development, players will build a connection to the ball, their coaches, the other players, and their own self-assuredness and confidence! The Developmental Program is the first step in the Park Slope United soccer program structure and prepares players to eventually join our Travel Program. While the Developmental Classes are co-ed, they do offer girls-only Developmental classes, which you can read more about, here.

Levels: Beginners

Ages: 5-7

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $350

Locations: Cadman Plaza Park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Development Classes | Fort Greene

Program details: The Developmental Program at LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center is the beginner level program for kids 5-7. Through these classes, which emphasize fundamental development, players will build a connection to the ball, their coaches, the other players, and their own self-assuredness and confidence! The Developmental Program is the first step in the Park Slope United soccer program structure and prepares players to eventually join our Travel Program. While the Developmental Classes are co-ed, they do offer girls-only Developmental classes, which you can read more about, here.

Levels: Beginners

Ages: 6-8

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $350

Locations: LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center | Fort Greene

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Development Classes | Prospect Park

Program details: The Developmental Program in Prospect Park is the beginner level program for kids 6-8. Through these classes, which emphasize fundamental development, players will build a connection to the ball, their coaches, the other players, and their own self-assuredness and confidence! The Developmental Program is the first step in the Park Slope United soccer program structure and prepares players to eventually join our Travel Program. While the Developmental Classes are co-ed, they do offer girls-only Developmental classes, which you can read more about, here.

Levels: Beginners

Ages: 6-8

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 18

Costs: $350

Locations: Long Meadow Ballfield 3 | Prospect Park

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Gameplay Program | Fort Greene

Program details: Developmental Gameplay program is designed to provide players with a fun and safe space to play their first ‘games,’ while continuing to learn from our professional coaching staff. This is a co-ed program and is an excellent option for players to get game experience. This program grew out of a recognition that when first starting out in the sport, being on the field in a soccer game is a different aspect of the game that also requires teaching. In combination with Developmental Classes, PSU provide maximum development opportunities to players. Each team is led by one of the professional PSU coaches. The focus at this age is on being empowered to try moves, gain confidence dribbling the ball and seeing the opportunities to be creative. The Developmental Gameplay program is also open to players who have not previously participated with PSU. Ideally, players participate in Developmental Classes where they learn the fundamentals of the game, and then try out what they are learning each week in a Developmental Gameplay session.

Levels: Beginners, development

Ages: 5-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is April 1 – June 17

Costs: $250

Locations: South Oxford Park | Fort Greene

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Gameplay Program | Park Slope

Program details: Developmental Gameplay program is designed to provide players with a fun and safe space to play their first ‘games,’ while continuing to learn from our professional coaching staff. This is a co-ed program and is an excellent option for players to get game experience. This program grew out of a recognition that when first starting out in the sport, being on the field in a soccer game is a different aspect of the game that also requires teaching. In combination with Developmental Classes, PSU provide maximum development opportunities to players. Each team is led by one of the professional PSU coaches. The focus at this age is on being empowered to try moves, gain confidence dribbling the ball and seeing the opportunities to be creative. The Developmental Gameplay program is also open to players who have not previously participated with PSU. Ideally, players participate in Developmental Classes where they learn the fundamentals of the game, and then try out what they are learning each week in a Developmental Gameplay session.

Levels: Beginners, development

Ages: 5-12

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is April 1 – June 17

Costs: $250

Locations: Park Slope Playground | Park Slope

Contact: Website | 347-301-9613

 

Park Slope United Kickstarter | Prospect Park

Program details: Youth Soccer League for boys and girls. Kickstarter League is the natural progression from beginner classes. It is designed to introduce players to a team environment, and begin cultivating a deeper understanding and love for the game! Kickstarter’s Program is intermediate level program, and is the next step after Developmental Program in the player’s development cycle. It is part of Select League Program, but starts out with small sided, 4 v 4 games to introduce players to a game environment. This program provides players an experience nearly identical to Select League. Coaches help those that are motivated to take their soccer to the next level reach their goal, and also understand players are content with playing competitive soccer as a hobby. While in the process, our coaches and staff aim to teach players the many life lessons that come with sport, such as teamwork, integrity and sportsmanship. Kids returning to kickstarter are not required to tryout.

Levels: Kids joining kickstarter for first time required to attend a tryout. The next tryout is March 15 and will be held at LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center at 4:00-6:00pm. Tryout Registration

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 27 – June 17

Costs: $850

Locations:  The Parade Grounds 115 Parkside Ave and Hamilton Metz Field 608 Lefferts Ave | Prospect Park

Contact: Website | coachshaq@parkslopeunited.com | 347-777-8321

 

Park Slope United Elite Travel Team | Fort Greene

Program details: The PSU Elite Boys and Girls Travel teams comprise Park Slope United’s most competitive program. Professional coaching staff, training methodology, and passion for the beautiful game have created one of the most sought after and well-respected programs in NYC. The PSU Elite Travel program is the most prestigious program and competes at the highest level all across the greater NYC area. The program requires a serious level of commitment in order to meet the standards set out from our professionally licensed coaching staff. Both boys and girls travel teams practice two times per week plus a ballwork session each week. Teams play weekend games in a travel league in the fall and spring, and enter into tournaments during the winter.

Levels: Competitive. In order to be a part of Travel Program you must participate in a tryout. The next tryout is Friday, April 28, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center. Additional rolling tryouts throughout the year. Register here

Ages: 7-11

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: n/a

Locations: LIU Brooklyn Athletic Center | Fort Greene

Contact: Website

 

Soccer Fun For Kids | Prospect Park

Program details: Fall, Spring and Winter Youth Local Leagues. Youth local leagues all year around and Futsal League during the Winter season. Leagues are well organized with official standings with playoff format to reward a Champion on each age division.

Levels: All Levels

Ages: U8, U10, U12, U14, and U16/17

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: $325-575

Locations: Parade Grounds, Fields 7 | Prospect Park

Contact: Website | info@soccerfunforkids.com | 917-859-0183

 

Soccer Roof | Sunset Park

Program details: Professional coaches and structured developmental curriculum. Beneficial for all levels, Girls/Boys 3-14 years old. Weekly 60 minute sessions. Schedule options Monday-Sunday, across 3 facilities. Continuous 9-week programs all year long. World class Indoor facility with lounge and snack bar. Sibling and multi-day discounts available.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 3-14

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is February 20 – April 23

Costs: $220

Locations: 14b 53rd St | Sunset Park

Contact: Website | maxime@socceroof.com | 646-207-8238

 

Soccer Roof | Crown Heights

Program details: Professional coaches and structured developmental curriculum. Beneficial for all levels, Girls/Boys 3-14 years old. Weekly 60 minute sessions. Schedule options Monday-Sunday, across 3 facilities. Continuous 9-week programs all year long. World class Indoor facility with lounge and snack bar. Sibling and multi-day discounts available.

Levels: All levels

Ages: 3-14

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is February 23 – April 23

Costs: $200

Locations:  1700 Atlantic Ave | Crown Heights

Contact: Website | maxime@socceroof.com | 646-207-8238

 

Soccer Shots | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program details: Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our weekly curriculum integrates a character word of the day with a new soccer skill and many silly, yet educational games! Experience goals, skills, and tons of fun on Soccer Island! Soccer Shots is the perfect program for beginner to intermediate soccer players who would like to sharpen their skills in a relaxed and comforting environment.

Levels: Beginner to intermediate

Ages: 2-8

Dates: Spring – Summer 2023 schedule is March 26 – May 14 and July 9 – August 20

Costs: $272 – $238

Location: Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5 | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website | nyccentral@soccershots.com | Enrollment: Click here

 

Soccer Shots | Brooklyn Heights

Program details: Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our weekly curriculum integrates a character word of the day with a new soccer skill and many silly, yet educational games! Experience goals, skills, and tons of fun on Soccer Island! Soccer Shots is the perfect program for beginner to intermediate soccer players who would like to sharpen their skills in a relaxed and comforting environment. Try out for FREE at Cadman Plaza Park Spring Free Fun Day!

Levels: Beginner to intermediate

Ages: 2-8

Dates: Spring – Summer 2023 schedule is April 1 – June 11 and July 8 – August 22. Free Classes on June 24,25,27

Costs: $238 – $306

Location: Cadman Plaza Park | Brooklyn Heights

ContactWebsite | nyccentral@soccershots.com | Enrollment: Click here

 

Super Soccer Stars Parent & Me Classes | Cobble Hill, Gowanus, Brooklyn Heights etc

Program details: Parent & Me is a parent-child pre-soccer and movement program specifically designed for toddlers between 12 and 24 months. Individual attention, positive reinforcement, and engaging original music help to develop pre-soccer skills that will have your toddler learning to balance, run, kick and play – all while having a blast!

Levels: No try-outs – toddler program

Ages: 12 months – 2 years

Costs: Varies by location

Location: Prospect Park, Shore Rd Park, Force Soccer Studios, PS 29, Packer Collegiate School, Cadman Plaza Park, Assumption Church, Brooklyn Bridge Park – Pier 5

Contact: soccerstars.com, info@soccerstars.com, (212) 877-7171

 

Super Soccer Stars FUNdamentals Classes | Cobble Hill, Gowanus, Brooklyn Heights etc

Program details: Super Soccer Stars teaches the fundamentals in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Our unique curriculum uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to make sure each child feels confident in their own abilities, allowing kids to improve at their own rate. No matter their age, Super Soccer Stars has specific and progressive lesson plans built to your child’s developmental needs. Many of our program ages overlap so that you and your child can be comfortable with the level of play during your session.

Levels: no try-outs – soccer basics

Ages: 2-10+

Costs: Varies by location

Location: Prospect Park, Congregation Beth Elohim, Shore Rd Park, John Jay High School, Sunset Park Brooklyn, Berkeley-Carroll Lincoln Place, Washington Park, South Oxford Park,  PS 261, PS 29, Packer Collegiate School, Cadman Plaza Park, Assumption Church, Brooklyn Bridge Park – Pier 5

Contact: soccerstars.com, info@soccerstars.com, (212) 877-7171

 

Soccer Stars United Advanced Development Classes | Prospect Park, Gowanus, Brooklyn Heights etc

Program details: Our Development Program is designed for players who are poised for a higher level of soccer instruction. Licensed and experienced coaches work closely with players through a curriculum that gradually introduces new technical skills, tactical elements, and team concepts as players reach program milestones.

Levels: no try-outs – players poised for higher soccer education

Ages: 4-12+

Costs: Varies by location

Location: Prospect Park, John Jay High School, Washington Park, Packer Collegiate School, Cadman Plaza Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park – Pier 5

Contact: soccerstars.com, info@soccerstars.com, (212) 877-7171

 

Soccer Stars United Travel Program

Program details: A soccer program unlike any other, with a philosophy centered on providing a nurturing yet challenging environment which encourages every player to express themselves, be creative and take educated risks on the field. The program focuses on developing character, communication, game insight, technique, and fitness skills. Our objective is to build-up each player’s confidence to unlock their true potential.

Levels: Try-outs – Yes

Ages: U5-U10

Costs: Varies by location

Location: NYC

Contact: soccerstarsunited.com, info@soccerstars.com, (212) 877-7171

 

Sweat Football Club Kids Soccer | Brooklyn Heights

Program Details: S.F.C Dumbo soccer school classes is a program for any child ready to start their soccer playing days. Class is held every week during the Fall & Spring at the Cadman Plaza Park in Downtown Brooklyn. The classes give players the freedom to exercise their soccer passion, learn the sport and build relationships with other kids in the Brooklyn region. Kids will train, the street style soccer way of soccer. The street style approach will be much more technical and skilled based. Kids still play games but more 1v1s during the soccer class and they do engage in small sided games. Kids apart of the Sweat F.C Soccer School will focus strictly on training for the 3 months. During the duration of program, players will be trained to understand the importance and value of being apart of a team. After school pick up provided for players of PS 58, PS 29, PS 261+ more.

Levels: Intermediate programs, travel programs

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 13 – June 26

Costs: $325

Locations: Cadman Plaza park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website | Michelle@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club Kids Soccer | Park Slope

Program Details: S.F.C Carroll Park Slope soccer school is a program that happens during the week at Dean Playground. Kids will experience a fun warm up, transitional drills, and conclude with an interactive small sided game format. The classes give players the freedom to exercise their soccer passion, learn the sport and build relationships with other kids in Brooklyn. Classes are broken up into 2 groups (Developmental players) – beginner level players and (Premiere players) – advanced players. During the duration of program, players will be trained to understand the importance and value of being apart of a team. The main focus is to ensure kids are “becoming better soccer players”. So at this age , playing games are not the main focus. After school pick up provided for players of PS 58, PS 29, PS 261+ more.

Levels: Intermediate programs, travel Programs

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 14 – June 26

Costs: $325

Locations: Dean St Park | Park Slope

Contact: Website | Michelle@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club Kids Soccer | Red Hook

Program Details: Spring, Fall 2023 at Red Hook Recreational Park annual soccer school classes. Kids will experience a fun warm up, transitional drills , and conclude with an interactive game experience. The classes give players the freedom to exercise their soccer passion, learn the sport and build relationships with other kids in Brooklyn. Classes are broken up into 2 groups developmental players and advanced players. During the duration of program, players will be trained to understand the importance and value of being apart of a team. After school pick up provided for players of PS 58, PS 29, PS 261+ more.

Levels: Intermediate, developmental players and advanced players

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 13 – June 27

Costs: $325

Locations: Red Hook Field #7 | Red Hook

Contact: Website | Michelle@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club Kids Soccer | Carroll Gardens

Program Details: S.F.C Carroll Gardens soccer school classes is a program for any child ready to start their soccer playing days. Class is held every week during the spring at the Carroll Gardens Park. Kids will experience a fun warm up, transitional drills, and conclude with an interactive small sided game format. The classes give players the freedom to exercise their soccer passion, learn the sport and build relationships with other kids in the Brooklyn region. This class is different from other classes as our kids are not playing on artificial turf ground. Kids will train, the street style soccer way of soccer. Kids still play games but more 1v1s during the soccer class and they do engage in small sided games. Kids will focus strictly on training for the 3 months. During the duration of program, players will be trained to understand the importance and value of being apart of a team, the main focus is to ensure kids are “becoming better soccer players”. Groups are separated into premiere club and developmental. After school pick up provided for players of PS 58, PS 29, PS 261+ more.

Levels: Developmental and advanced players

Ages: 5-13

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 15 – June 29

Costs: $325

Locations: Carroll Park | Carroll Gardens

Contact: Website | Michelle@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club Dumbo Toddlers Soccer | Brooklyn Heights

Program Details: Children at an early age learn best through a secure and comfortable environment with predictable routines. S.F.C Toddler soccer classes starts off with a fun welcoming activity. Learn soccer the Sweat F.C way at Cadman Plaza Park. Toddler’s soccer program offers a raw introductory to approach to learning soccer. Like stories many of the greats once shared, toddlers are given their early stages to soccer on asphalt surfaces – “street soccer” using mini soccer balls and small goals to make the touch more comfortable for all toddlers and new kickers.

Levels: Beginnersintermediate 

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 18 – June 24

Costs: $300

Locations: Cadman Plaza park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website Michelle@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club “Burg” Toddlers Soccer | Williamsburg

Program Details: Sweat Football Club is now entering the Williamsburg area in efforts to spread the S.F.C way of youth soccer development. Children at an early age learn best through a secure and comfortable environment with predictable routines. Classes start off with a fun welcome dance and then we hop right into a kicking activity. They use mini soccer balls and small goals to make the touch more comfortable for all toddlers. Toddlers are able to run, and grow a passionate connection to the game. Classes are made fun and meant to have every toddler SWEATING. Activities are geared towards triggering that special touch from a young age. Toddlers can work on dribbling, coordination, kicking and passing so they grow their sense of comfortability from a young age. Offering soccer classes in Williamsburg is a step in the right direction for Sweat Football Club, mission statement – “Making Players Better”.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 18 – June 24

Costs: $300

Locations: McCarren Park | Williamsburg

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club “Park Slope” Toddlers Soccer | Park Slope

Program Details: Children at an early age learn best through a secure and comfortable environment with predictable routines. S.F.C Toddler soccer classes starts off with a fun welcoming activity. Learn soccer the Sweat F.C way at Cadman Plaza Park. Toddler’s soccer program offers a raw introductory to approach to learning soccer. Like stories many of the greats once shared, toddlers are given their early stages to soccer on asphalt surfaces – “street soccer” using mini soccer balls and small goals to make the touch more comfortable for all toddlers and new kickers.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 18 – June 24

Costs: $300

Locations: PS 282 Playground | Park Slope

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club “Carroll Park” Toddlers Soccer | Carroll Gardens

Program Details: S.F.C Toddler soccer classes starts off with a fun welcoming activity. Learn soccer the Sweat F.C way at Cadman Plaza Park. Toddler’s soccer program offers a raw introductory to approach to learning soccer. Like stories many of the greats once shared, toddlers are given their early stages to soccer on asphalt surfaces – “street soccer” using mini soccer balls and small goals to make the touch more comfortable for all toddlers and new kickers.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 18 – June 24

Costs: $300

Locations: Carroll Park | Carroll Gardens

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club “Stuy” Toddlers Soccer | Bed Stuy

Program Details: Herbert Von King Park will now feature Toddler soccer classes. Classes are held between 45 and 1 hour depending on the age group of children. The program is a fun way for Bedstuy locals to get their young ones kicking from early. Sweat F.C’s toddler’s soccer classes are divided in kids ages 2-3 and kids ages 4-5 years old. Spring and Fall Season,15 week program.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 2-5

Dates: Spring 2023 schedule is March 18 – June 24

Costs: $300

Locations: Herbert Von King Park | Bed Stuy

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club Youth Soccer League | Brooklyn Bridge Park

Program Details: An accelerated youth soccer program for beginner youth soccer players ages 5-10 years old with passionate soccer coaches this Spring at Pier 5, to take your game to the next level. Redefining the term “recreational soccer”. Sweat F.C will introduce accelerated soccer program. Players will experience a great blend of practicing, mini games and personal 1 on 1 within the 1.5 hours of each training session.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 5-10

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: $325

Locations: Pier 5 Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

 

Sweat Football Club’s Youth Soccer League | Park Slope

Program Details: An accelerated youth soccer program for beginner youth soccer players ages 5-10 years old, passionate soccer coaches this Spring at J.J Byrne Park, in Park Slope, to take your game to the next level. Redefining the term “recreational soccer”. Sweat F.C will introduce accelerated soccer program where players will experience a great blend of practicing, mini games and personal 1 on 1 within the 1.5 hours of each training session.

Levels: Beginners, intermediate 

Ages: 5-8

Dates: Spring 2023

Costs: $325

Locations: J.J Byrne Park | Park Slope

Contact: Website Coaching@sweatfc.com

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