Kids Soccer Education

1. Kids Soccer Education

2. Soccer is one of the easiest sports for kids to learn and can be played at almost any age. Once they are old enough to run and kick a ball, they are old enough to play soccer. Soccer for kids should be enjoyable and the rules themselves should provide a platform for development. Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world partially due to the fast-paced excitement it generates on the field. Soccer is not only an enjoyable sport to participate in and watch but it also offers valuable benefits to the athlete.

3. Football is a simple game, its about goals. From a Childs eyes the team is either on the attack trying to score goals or defending, trying to prevent goals. • There are many reasons why children participate in football, here are just some: • Its fun • Its exciting • I'm good at it • I want to be with my mates • My parents want my to play or • I want to get away from my brother(s) & sister(s)

4. However playing football also brings with it a host of benefits for children that include: • Working as part of a team • Development of social skills and sense of belonging • Learning how to co-operate and compete • Learning to express their emotion and imagination through new experiences • Taking responsibility for their actions • Dealing with success and failure

5. The role of soccer coach has very important part to play in the development of kids and their soccer skills. • You should guide young children as they grow from childhood into adulthood. • As a result the coach has a number of hats to wear through this period. • Mostly as being an instructor to transfer soccer skills to eager children, but there are other roles such as: • Teacher • Leader • First Aider • Agony Aunt

6. There are certain characteristics that enable a coach to become well accepted by the children and the parents, the following list identifies some: • Pleasant appearance, smart dress and good physique. • Healthy lifestyle. • Good organizational skills, promptness, training sessions, good knowledge of techniques. • Good communication skills. Especially relevant with younger children. • Patience and tolerance, always has time for children and parents.

7. Highly motivated, wanting to run fun enjoyable sessions that transfer good learning to the children. • Despite being a voluntary activity it can be a stressful role so a good sense of humour is essential. • Good social skills, self control and calmness are essential especially when conflict arises. • Drive for constant improvement, not only in the development of the team but to develop ones self in new coach exercises, methods and formats. • Being able to watch, listen, evaluate and make decisions to correct or adapt then the ability to review and admit own faults.

8. Welcome to Soccer Time Kids! We teach children aged 1-5 soccer in a fun and educational way. Soccer Time Kids is a leading educational kids soccer activity in Melbourne, Australia. During our kids fitness activity programs, children will learn basic soccer skills, practice socialising in a positive environment and develop cognitive skills such as shape, number and colour recognition.

9. We believe fitness activity is essential for preschoolers and children to develop gross motor skills. Soccer Time Kids is a great preschool exercise activity to help introduce kids to an active lifestyle and the benefits of fitness. Our coaches take the time to focus on the specific needs of each student to help them learn soccer skills, promote teammate interaction and ultimately succeed in a positive environment.

10. Address: Soccer Education Australia Pty Ltd PO Box 8140 Croydon 3136 Melbourne, Victoria Australia Phone: 1300 4 76223 Email:info@soccertimekids.com.au Website:www.soccertimekids.com.au