About Lil’ Kickers
Our mission is to inspire! Lil’ Kickers is an award-winning child development program that uses soccer to help children ages 18 months to 9 years tackle important developmental milestones through age-appropriate and fun-filled activities. We inspire kids to be active, strong, confident and well-balanced in order to unleash their awesome both on and off the field.
Classes are 50-minutes and are led by highly trained, energetic coaches who engage kids and help maintain their enthusiasm by challenging and encouraging them to learn and accomplish new things – preparing them for school, playdates, team sports, and beyond. More than one million kids have participated in Lil’ Kickers across the country.
About Skills Institute
Program Description:
Skills Institute is where soccer takes center stage. Rooted in child development theory, kids have a blast learning and improving technical and tactical soccer skills. Players will walk away more confident, equipped for their next right step, and ready for life’s challenges on and off the field. Players enjoy 30 minutes of age-appropriate instruction and 20 minutes of small-sided scrimmaging. Classes meet weekly for 50-minutes.
Level 1 Class Descriptions:
Classes focus on the fundamentals of player development: dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping and how to use them effectively in a game. Level 1 will take players through weekly sessions of fundamental skill building and competitive drills/games to build confidence and competence.
Level 2 Class Descriptions:
Players well suited for this class have level 1 or prior club experience. Classes focus on refining individual technique, positioning, strategy, speed and agility. Two things come together here; honing personal strengths and understanding how to use them to enhance team play. Coaches guide players towards mastering fundamentals, understanding correct field positioning and developing a strong Soccer IQ.
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“Great facility. Lil’ Kickers for young kids is great!”
Anthony P.
Find a Lil’ Kickers Class Near You!
Lil’ Kickers Canton
at High Velocity Sports
46245 Michigan Avenue
Canton, MI 48188
DIRECTIONS
(734) HV-SPORT
Lil’ Kickers Taylor
at Taylor Sportsplex
13333 Telegraph Rd
Taylor, MI 48180
DIRECTIONS
(734) 487-7678
Class Descriptions
Lil’ Kickers is tailored to how kids learn at different ages – using soccer to help kids tackle key developmental milestones. Every aspect of our curriculum was created with child development experts and our coaches are highly trained to work effectively with kids of all ages.
Bunnies
- 50-minute class
- Parent participation is required
- Child/coach ratio: 15:1 (with parents on field)
Thumpers
- 50-minute class
- Parent participation is required
- Child/coach ratio: 12:1 (with parents on field)
Cottontails
- 50-minute class
- Parent participation is required
- Child/coach ratio: 12:1 (with parents on field)
Hoppers
Hoppers classes are fun and fast-paced, focusing on improving balance, coordination, and fundamental soccer skills. We utilize creative games to help kids develop listening skills, cooperation, and teamwork. Hoppers classes are the first class where children participate independently.
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- 50-minute class
- Child/coach ratio: 7:1
Jackrabbits
Jackrabbits classes are designed to help transition children into non-competitive team play. Children learn basic soccer skills (dribbling, passing, trapping, scoring) and are introduced to more one-ball- oriented games and scrimmaging. Scrimmages focus on building teamwork and helping players understand how to apply skills in different situations. Some non-competitive soccer games are introduced.
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- 50-minute class
- Child/coach ratio: 7:1
Big Feet
Big Feet classes are for five and six-year-olds who have not played soccer before. These classes concentrate on basic soccer skills (dribbling, passing, trapping, scoring) and building confidence on the field. Kids are introduced to the concepts of sportsmanship and team play. Kids will play some small-sided, non-competitive soccer games.
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- 50-minute class
- Child/coach ratio: 12:1
Micro Classes
Micro Classes are developmental and non-competitive for intermediate players. Proper soccer techniques are progressively introduced and as kids grow and master various skills, they are introduced to more complex soccer skills. Micro Classes are for kids who have played soccer before either in Lil’ Kickers or another program.
- 50-minute class (15-20 minutes of instruction; 20-25 minutes of scrimmaging)
- Teams for scrimmage field a maximum of four players at a time
- Everyone gets equal playing time
- No goalies, no score-keeping, no league standings
- Child/coach ratio: 12:1
Skills Institute, Level 1
Focus on basic fundamentals of player development: dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping, and how to use them effectively in a game. Level 1 takes players through weekly sessions of fundamental skill building and competitive drills & games to develop self-confidence in practice and game situations. Player to coach ration is 8:1
Skills Institute, Level 2
Focus is on continual development of individual technique, field awareness, and combination play. Level 2 will take players through a challenging 50-minute weekly session of driving competence of the fundamentals, possession mentality, and development of personal strengths and how to contribute those strengths to enhance team play. Player to coach ratio 8:1
FAQ
50-minutes, once a week
Jackrabbits, Big Feet, Micro, Beginning Booters & HVS Academy participants should wear shin guards. Tennis shoes/ gym shoes are perfect! Cleats may be worn as well.
Yes! Our classes are designed to welcome those who join late. We calculate your cost based on the number of classes remaining in the session. Classes are $15/week.
Yes! We encourage all LK families to spread the word about our program. Soccer is more fun with friends!
We offer make up classes! Simply check out the schedule and pick an alternate day to attend class. Make up classes must be attended before the session ends and are subject to availability. Stop by the front office on the day of your make up to receive a class assignment card.
Yes! Once registered, all first-time participants receive a FREE jersey!
We require that payment be made for all remaining classes at the time of registration. We will pro-rate if your child begins mid-session. For example, if there are 8 classes remaining, your cost would be $120.
Yes! New players may participate in a free trial class before signing up for the session. You can schedule a free trial through the website!