Soccer coaching tips for 6 – 9 year olds

Here are some key points to ensure your training sessions hit the spot and your players get the maximum amount out of each session:

µ     Start sessions with a fun game, include the use of the ball as much as possible.

µ     Introduce static stretches to mix in with the dynamic warm up

µ     Keep instructions, drills and exercises simple

µ     Ensure the players learn through playing soccer

µ     Use small sided games, 2v2, 3v3, 4v4

µ     If you’ve got willing assistants or enthusiastic supporters use them to help organise and oversee games

µ     Ensure lots of goals can be scored, young players like scoring goals

µ     Encourage them to celebrate their goals

µ     Try to ensure that every player has a ball, at least one between two

µ     Keep instructions simple and short – KISS principle