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The Strikers Tot Soccer program is for young players who are looking for the perfect early soccer experience. Our specially designed curriculum uses age appropriate activities and games specifically designed to increase balance, body awareness, motor skills, and make soccer fun. Trappers use interactive games to develop balance and mobility; Sweepers focuses on close ball control, basic shooting and trapping skills; and Strikers use team exercises along with one-on one drills to develop proper shooting mechanics, field awareness and precision shots vs. power shots.

Lil Strikers Soccer

Chicago

Lil Strikers Soccer: Small Group Striking and Dribbling

In this small group clinic, players will receive increased 1 on 1 attention and focus in on how to increase ball control and learn to effectively use the total surface area of the foot. This includes the inside, outside, sole, lace, toe, instep, heel, and ankle. Players will learn both basic and intermediate techniques such as chops, pulls, rolls, double moves, and cuts while enhancing their first touch ability and ways to receive and keep pace. Finishing will also be emphasized, and coaches will go through various finishing scenarios so players get reps learning how to strike both in motion and stationary. All equipment shall be provided besides cleats and guards, indoor cleats are permissible at turf facilities, and shin guards are recommended. 

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Lil Strikers Soccer: All Stars

The All Star Strikers level is the top level of classes in the Strikers program. In this class, players increase their ability to receive the ball, focusing on touch and advancement. Being geared towards getting your child ready for future soccer experiences, the All Star level class tests players in the most challenging environment working on 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 and other team exercises. By the end of class your child develops: stride and side ball control and shooting, finesse shots vs. placement power shots, and increased field awareness and spacing. Shin guards are encouraged, all equipment is provided.

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Lil Strikers Soccer: Juniors

The Juniors Strikers program introduces players to the fun and excitement of the world’s most popular sport, soccer. This class uses age appropriate games and drills to promote motor skills and familiarity with a soccer ball. Through our fun games and adventure themed activities, players develop skills such as balance, shooting, close ball control, and trapping. The Juniors experience is one that not only instills a love for the game of soccer, but also shows the importance of sports activity to promote a full and healthy life. Parents are required to participate in the program with their child. Shin guards are optional, all equipment is provided.

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Lil Strikers Soccer: Pros

The Pro Strikers level is the next level of classes for your young soccer star. In this class, players develop a close familiarity with the ball and learn the importance of always having it under control. Being geared towards getting your child ready for future soccer experiences, the Pro level class tests players in a more challenging environment working on 1v1 and team exercises. By the end of class your child develops: landing on their shooting foot, precision shots vs. power shots, trapping the ball in the air, and field awareness.Shin guards are optional, all equipment is provided.

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Lil Strikers Soccer: Rookies

The Rookies Strikers program is the next step in the development for your young soccer player. The focus of classes is FUNdamentals that are crucial for every budding soccer player.  Players focus on foot placement while shooting, following through on their shot, manipulating the ball in creative ways, defensive stance, and much more; all while participating in our fun games and adventure themed activities. Shin guards are optional, all equipment is provided. 

 

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