Under 6 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U6, Under 6, 6 and Under age group.

Under 6 Soccer Drills Games and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 6 and under focus on developing fundamental skills while keeping the game fun and engaging. This page provides drills designed to improve basic dribbling, passing, and coordination in a positive and encouraging environment.

Age-Specific Drills

1v1 to Tall Cones MEDIUM

1v1 to Tall Cones

This drill develops individual attacking and defending skills by challenging players to dribble under pressure, protect the ball, and accurately pass or shoot to knock over cones for points.

4-14 yrs. 4+ players 20 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
Fixed Distance Passing Game EASY

Fixed Distance Passing Game

This drill helps players develop passing accuracy, weight of pass, and first-touch control. It also reinforces teamwork and focus while progressively increasing difficulty by narrowing the passing gate.

4-10 yrs. 2+ players 15 mins. 20X30 yds. GK: no
0 7,752 Chris Johnson
Escape EASY

Escape

This drill enhances a player’s ability to move under pressure while maintaining balance and control. It also encourages teamwork and coordination among defenders using their hips to contain the central player.

4-10 yrs. 6 players 5-10 mins. 10X10 yds. GK: no
0 14,040 Chris Johnson
Troll Crossing Game EASY

Troll Crossing Game

Develops dribbling under pressure, decision-making in 1v1 situations, and ball protection. Players learn to change direction and use feints to evade defenders.

4-9 yrs. 6+ players 15 mins. 18X25 yds. GK: no
0 13,990 Chris Johnson
Free Dribble EASY

Free Dribble

This drill builds fundamental ball mastery and comfort on the ball through unlimited touches and creative exploration. Players develop a natural feel for the ball by using all surfaces of their feet without the pressure of structured patterns or defenders. The confined space demands close control and quick adjustments, which translate directly into tight game situations. By encouraging experimentation with different moves and feints, players discover what works for their style and build confidence to try skills in actual games. Keeping their heads up while dribbling fosters awareness, helping players see teammates and opponents during matches. The freestyle environment removes the fear of mistakes and lets players push their limits, where real skill development happens. This drill is perfect for warming up because it gives players plenty of touches on the ball while allowing them to express themselves and have fun.

4-14 yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
0 89 Chris Johnson