First Indoor Adult Season Begins September 27th
Don't let bad weather limit your fall soccer experience - play INDOORS at
Twin Lakes Recreation Center! Early fall and complete winter league schedules are available now - get your teams together and join us!
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Fall/Winter Instructional Schedule Available
These Are The Soccer Classes Parents Are Talking About
Turf Tigers & Little Kickers Programming For 2010/2011
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Is My Child Too Old To Start Learning Soccer?
I get that question a lot - from parents of 6-year olds whose child has never participated in an organized activity, to parents of 12-year olds who've played every other sport except soccer. It's never too late to start something new, it's just a matter of having realistic expectations.
If you put a ball in front of a child who is just learning to walk, they'll be more inclined to "kick" it than pick it up and "throw" it. Born with that pre-disposition, it's easier to introduce soccer to toddlers than perhaps, basketball.
Coaching and coaxing a toddler through the motion of kicking a small ball is best-suited for the parent, older sibling or other family member - that simple exercise builds trust, confidence, coordination and sharpens motor skills.
When it's time for a little structure and direction (and maybe a different coaching voice in your child's life), get them involved in a well-organized, age-appropriate-activity-based environment like Turf Tigers, Little Kickers or Shooting Stars. In these classes we enhance your player's confidence and enjoyment of the game with simple lessons, challenges and eventually, something that looks a bit like soccer.
I always tell apprehensive parents of young children that "At this age, your child should be good at two things: eating and sleeping." It doesn't matter that your 6-year old has never played "organized soccer." Getting them involved at an early age in a strong program, helps expose them to the simple joys of the game and healthy athletic activity.
The same is true for older players who are new to soccer. In the right environment, a 12-year old who has never played before can learn to love the sport. However, the expectation that your 12-year old will learn the game, develop skills and by 17 earn a soccer scholarship might be a bit unrealistic (most experts agree that the best players achieve complete technical/skill proficiency by age 16).
Apply the same logic to adults: The right environment can certainly promote passion and skill development for a new activity or sport. It's never too late to give it a try and enjoy yourself!
Fall/Winter Indoor Leagues Now Available
The 2010/2011 league schedule is now available!
Find the league that's right for you, gather your teammates and register!
Early Fall Indoor League begins in September!
It's Tough To Get Us ALL To Look At The Camera!
Bloomington Soccer Summer Camp wrapped-up last month at Karst Farm Park! Congratulations to our 26 players and thanks to all of our soccer families for their continued support! More pictures can be found here. |
