Under 4 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U4, Under 4, 4 and Under age group.

Under 4 Soccer Drills Games and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 4 and under focus on developing basic motor skills and introducing the game in a fun, playful environment. This page features simple, engaging drills designed to improve coordination, balance, and a love for soccer.

Age-Specific Drills

Pirate Treasure Dribbling Game MEDIUM

Pirate Treasure Dribbling Game

This soccer dribbling game is designed for young players ages 3-8. The Pirate Treasure Dribbling Game will focus on young players dribbling skills and is great fun for the kids.

4-8 yrs. 6+ players 10 mins. 30X30 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Warm-up FUN
3.91 401,024 Chris Johnson
Knock Out EASY

Knock Out

This drill is a great warm-up drill for dribbling sessions as it focuses on dribbling and ball control, keeping the head up, change of direction and change of pace.

4-12 yrs. 6+ players 15 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Possession Warm-up FUN
3.89 124,262 Chris Johnson
Soccer Tag Dribbling Game EASY

Soccer Tag Dribbling Game

Soccer Tag is an excellent soccer drill for young players ages under 5 through under 8. Soccer Tag is a fun soccer drill that allows players to gain confidence on the ball while getting a lot of touches.

4-8 yrs. 5+ players 10 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Warm-up FUN
3.88 149,610 Chris Johnson
Clean Your Room MEDIUM

Clean Your Room

This soccer game is a great drill for U5 through U8 players. The clean your room soccer drill will focus on dribbling under pressure while also working on defensive pressure as an individual or a small group.

4-8 yrs. 6+ players 10 mins. 15X15 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Possession Defending Warm-up FUN
3.87 385,112 Chris Johnson
Diagonal 1v1 Soccer Drill MEDIUM

Diagonal 1v1 Soccer Drill

This 1v1 soccer drill is great to focus on 1v1 play whether it is on the offensive or the defensive side. On the offensive side, you can get attackers to attack the defenders with speed, quick change of pace with an explosive touch to get away, and getting behind the defensive players. On the defensive side, you can focus on closing down quickly, forcing the attacker to the side and closing down the attack.

4+ yrs. 8+ players 15 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Defending Attacking Shooting 1v1
3.87 93,156 Chris Johnson
Can You Do This? EASY

Can You Do This?

The Can You Do This? soccer drill focuses on players under 6 years old. It is designed to work on simple body movement, coordination, and balance.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Passing Warm-up FUN
3.86 101,592 Chris Johnson
Soccer Pass and Move Drill MEDIUM

Soccer Pass and Move Drill

This soccer passing drill is a great drill to teach players movement, awareness, accuracy, timing, first touch and passing with all parts of the foot. This exercise is a good passing and moving soccer drill.

4+ yrs. 6+ players 20 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
Passing Receiving Fitness
3.84 245,487 Chris Johnson
Frogger - Youth Dribbling Drill EASY

Frogger - Youth Dribbling Drill

This youth dribbling drill, "Frogger," is perfect for U6 and U8 soccer players, focusing on building confidence and improving dribbling skills under minimal pressure. This fun and engaging activity helps young players develop control and technique in a supportive environment.

4-8 yrs. 5+ players 10 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Warm-up FUN
3.84 117,253 Chris Johnson
Simon Says - Youth Soccer Drill EASY

Simon Says - Youth Soccer Drill

The "Simon Says Youth Soccer Drill" is a fun and engaging activity designed for U6 and U8 players, focusing on improving dribbling skills and close ball control. This drill helps young soccer players develop quick responses to instructions while also enhancing their listening skills in a dynamic and enjoyable way.

4-8 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
Dribbling Warm-up FUN
3.82 203,890 Chris Johnson