Gardner Private- Tuesdays (K-5) After-School Soccer
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Soccer

Info:

Hosted by West Coast Soccer Academy
📅 Tuesdays | 9 Sessions | Sept 9 – Nov 4
🕒 Time: 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM (right after school)
👦 Grades: K–5th
Coaches: 2 Certified Staff Members


Program Overview:

Students will be escorted by their teachers and dropped off in the gym at dismissal, where they’ll be welcomed by our certified WCSA coaches.

Players will be grouped by grade level:

K–2nd Grade

3rd–5th Grade

We’ll use outdoor space when weather allows to maximize play and engagement.

West Coast Soccer Academy is owned and operated by an experienced educator, and all curriculum is designed with a strong social-emotional learning approach. Our mission is to help young athletes grow as players and people through skill-building, connection, and fun!


🗓 Class Dates:

September: 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30

October: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28

November: 11/4
(9 total sessions)


K–2nd Grade Skill Focus:

Ball Control – Dribbling and maneuvering with confidence

Teamwork – Sharing, supporting peers, and playing together

Shooting – Practicing basic power and aim

Listening & Focus – Engaging games that support direction-following and attention


3rd–5th Grade Skill Focus:

Dribbling & Passing – Improving technical control and teamwork

Shooting Technique – Power, placement, and consistency

Defending & Positioning – Intro to field awareness and defensive skills

Game Understanding – Team shape, space, and simple strategies

Confidence & Leadership – Practicing communication and peer support on the field


Our Coaching Philosophy:

👩‍🏫 Educator-Founded with SEL-Driven Curriculum
💛 Encouraging & Inclusive
😊 Fun Over Competition

Whether your child is new to soccer or building on past experience, we’re here to support their growth on and off the field.

We can’t wait to get the season started! ⚽🎉

Additional Details: Please remember to have your soccer player wear closed toed shoes and comfy clothes. The will need a water bottle!

Shin guards are optional, but encouraged.