Coaches

Soccer Practice Plans

Practice plans and session ideas for BAYFA volunteer coaches.

U4-U8 Practice Plans

Weekly Practice Structure (Same Every Week). Consistency helps kids feel comfortable.

1. Arrival Activity (10 min)

Free play or guided ball mastery. Kids start immediately.

2. Skill Theme Games (20 min)

Disguised learning through movement games.

3. Applied Activity (15 min)

Add light pressure or direction.

4. Small-Sided Games (15 min)

2v2 / 3v3 / 4v4. Let them play.

SoccerXpert Premium Practice Plans for U4-U8

Week 1

Ball Mastery & Confidence

Week 2

Agility and Ball Control

Week 3

Stopping, Turning, and Changing Direction

Week 4

Ball Control & Body Coordination

Week 5

1v1 Skills

Week 6

More 1v1

Week 7

Teamwork and Cooperation

Week 8

Spatial Awareness

Week 9

Defensive Skills

Week 10

Shooting and Going to Goal

Bonus Week

Review and Fun Day

More Age Groups Coming Soon

U9-U10, U11-U12, and U13+ practice plans are on the way.

Questions About Coaching?

Our volunteer board is happy to help.

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