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U4, U5, U6 , U7, and U8 Soccer Drills

UNDER 4, UNDER 5, UNDER 6, UNDER 7, AND UNDER 8 SOCCER DRILLS; U4, U5, U6, U7, U8; U-4, U-5, U-6, U-7, U-8 SOCCER DRILLS

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U4, U5, U6 , U7, and U8 Soccer Drills

While coaching grassroots soccer, you will get the most from your players and team when you choose the drill, practice session, or training plan that matches your players' age and skill set. When coaching Under 4, Under 5, Under 6, Under 7, and Under 8 soccer, you are dealing with young undeveloped brains with different learning capacities, kids with varying maturity issues, short attention spans, and lack of muscle development.

When coaching this level, the coach's number one objective is to have fun. Learning the game will be much easier for kids if you make the game fun, and in return, your players will love practicing.

Under 4, Under 5, Under 6, Under 7, and Under 8 Soccer Drills; U4, U5, U6, U7, U8; U-4, U-5, U-6, U-7, U-8 Soccer Drills

Soccer Drills under 4 soccer drills, under 5 soccer drills, under 6 soccer drills, under 7 soccer drills and under 8 soccer drills.

3v3 to Goals

3v3 to Goals

This drill develops players' ability to attack and defend in small spaces while encouraging quick decision-making, teamwork, and fitness through constant movement.


Age: 4+ Field: 20X30
Players: 6+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,990
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 to Tall Cones

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.


Age: 4-14 Field: 20X30
Players: 4+ Focus: 1v1
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,974
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Fixed Distance Passing Game

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.


Age: 4-10 Field: 20X30
Players: 2+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: EASY Time: 15 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,674
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Escape

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.


Age: 4-10 Field: 10X10
Players: 6 Focus: AGILITY
Difficulty: EASY Time: 5-10 Mins.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 10,614
Published: 3/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Troll Crossing Game

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.


Age: 4-9 Field: 18X25
Players: 6+ Focus: DRIBBLING
Difficulty: EASY Time: 15 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 10,567
Published: 3/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Obstacle Course Dribble Drill

Obstacle Course Dribble Drill

The Obstacle Course dribbling drill is a fun way for young players to practice dribbling in a more dynamic and challenging environment. This drill involves an obstacle course with cones through which players dribble their soccer balls. It's designed to mimic game situations where players must navigate opponents or tight spaces. It helps develop their ability to control the ball under various conditions, an essential skill for soccer players of all levels. This drill helps to improve dribbling skills and agility and enhances coordination and control while maneuvering the ball around obstacles.


Age: 8-12 Field: 20x20
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Medium Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Individual
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 20,012
Published: 12/31/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Follow the Leader Dribbling

Follow the Leader Dribbling

In this drill, players follow a leader who dribbles the ball around the field, performing various movements and turns. The followers must mimic the leader's actions, encouraging them to pay close attention and react quickly. Use this drill to help enhance dribbling skills and agility and to develop the ability to imitate and react to different movements and techniques.


Age: 4-8 Field: 20x20
Players: 2+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 6,267
Published: 12/31/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Simple Obstacle Course

Simple Obstacle Course

This simple obstacle course is fun for young players and focuses on agility, dribbling, and scoring goals. This simple, fun obstacle course develops young players' agility, dribbling, and goal-scoring abilities. This drill sharpens dribbling technique and enhances coordination while navigating through obstacles. The focus is on building control and precision under dynamic conditions.


Age: 4-8 Field: 10x20
Players: 10+ Focus: Agility
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 11,772
Published: 8/23/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
Dribbling Through Gates Competition

Dribbling Through Gates Competition

Develop players' dribbling skills by challenging them to navigate through multiple gates within a 1-minute timeframe. This drill emphasizes quick decision-making and ball control under pressure. The goal is to enhance agility and precision while maintaining speed during dribbling.


Age: 4-10 Field: 25x20
Players: 10+ Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,461
Published: 8/23/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
Stop and Turn Dribbling Relay Race

Stop and Turn Dribbling Relay Race

Introduce a competitive element with the Stop and Turn Soccer Dribbling Relay Race, emphasizing stopping, turning, and directional changes. This drill reinforces quick transitions and sharpens players' ability to control the ball during directional shifts. The objective is to improve precision and speed in executing turns under pressure.


Age: 4-8 Field: 10x30
Players: 10+ Focus: Dribble/Turn
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 5,808
Published: 8/29/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
4v4 Scrimmage to Mini-Goals

4v4 Scrimmage to Mini-Goals

The objective of a 4v4 soccer scrimmage to mini-goals is to replicate the dynamics of a full-sided game in a smaller, more controlled environment. This format encourages players to focus on quick decision-making, positioning, and maintaining possession under pressure, as well as improving their ability to transition between attacking and defending. The mini-goals emphasize accuracy and composure in front of the goal, helping players develop finishing skills without the presence of a goalkeeper.


Age: 4+ Field: 30x20
Players: 8 Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: Medium Time: 15 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,597
Published: 8/30/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
Hospital Tag Soccer Game

Hospital Tag Soccer Game

Hospital Tag combines fun with skill development, reinforcing dribbling techniques in a lively, competitive setting. This drill keeps young players engaged while challenging them to maintain control of the ball under pressure. The focus is on improving dribbling accuracy and agility in a dynamic environment.


Age: 4-8 Field: 20x20
Players: 10 Focus: Dribbling
Difficulty: Easy Time: 10 min.
Goalkeeper: No Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 7,767
Published: 9/2/2024 Author: Chris Johnson

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