Soccer School is a fun, introductory soccer program designed specifically for our youngest players. This co-ed program focuses on building basic soccer skills, coordination, and confidence through age-appropriate drills, games, and activities in a positive and encouraging environment.

Players will be introduced to fundamental skills such as dribbling, kicking, passing, and simple gameplay while learning how to participate as part of a team. Sessions emphasize having fun, staying active, and developing a love for the game.

Practice & Game Times:
We offer two soccer school sessions, both starting at 5:00 PM the week of August 10th:

• Monday/Thursday

• Tuesday/Friday

After a few weeks of practice, teams will play games against one another. Practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields.

Parents interested in coaching or helping out are always welcome—get involved and be part of the fun! Coaches are eligible for free memberships, program registrations, and more.

Soccer School is a fun, introductory soccer program designed specifically for our youngest players. This co-ed program focuses on building basic soccer skills, coordination, and confidence through age-appropriate drills, games, and activities in a positive and encouraging environment.

Players will be introduced to fundamental skills such as dribbling, kicking, passing, and simple gameplay while learning how to participate as part of a team. Sessions emphasize having fun, staying active, and developing a love for the game.

Practice & Game Times:
We offer two soccer school sessions, both starting at 5:00 PM the week of March 9th:

• Monday/Thursday

• Tuesday/Friday

After a few weeks of practice, teams will play games against one another. Practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields.

Parents interested in coaching or helping out are always welcome—get involved and be part of the fun! Coaches are eligible for free memberships, program registrations, and more.

Steiner YMCA Soccer School

Join us for the YMCA U5 (Ages 3-5) Soccer School, a fun and engaging program designed to introduce young children to the basics of soccer! This non-competitive league focuses on developing key skills like dribbling, passing, leading up to gametime and having a great time on the field with friends.

Spring Season Dates:

• Friday, February 27 – Friday,  April 3
• All practices are on Fridays at 5pm-5:45pm

Registration Details:

• Member-Only Registration: January 2 – January 15
• Open Registration: January 16 – January 31
• Late Registration (additional fee): February 1 – February 15

Program Details:

• Players may not be dropped off or left unattended during practice.
• This league uses a size 3 soccer ball for all activities.
• The primary goal is to help players learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun, non-competitive environment.
• Practices will be held at 5pm-5:45pm at 215 Partnership Dr – Gateway Park, Grovetown, GA (across from the Steiner Branch Family Y)
• There will be no games.

Volunteer Coaches:
We are always looking for passionate volunteers to help coach! Our programs run on volunteer coaches, so if you have an interest in helping your child and other kids develop their soccer skills and have fun, we welcome your involvement.

Sign up today and let your child experience the joy of soccer while building confidence and teamwork skills in a supportive, friendly setting! Contact Hannah Brunson if you are interested: [email protected].

U7 Soccer is designed for players ages 5–6 to continue developing foundational soccer skills in a fun, supportive environment. This program emphasizes teamwork, fair play, and building confidence while learning key soccer techniques like dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic game strategies.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are held on Tuesdays

• All practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Coaches’ Meeting: Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion.

Parent Involvement:
Parents are encouraged to get involved! Volunteer coaches and assistants help make the season a success, and are eligible for free memberships and program registrations.

This season promises lots of fun, learning, and teamwork—players will finish the season ready for more advanced skills and continued enjoyment of the game.

U7 Soccer is designed for players ages 5–6 to continue developing foundational soccer skills in a fun, supportive environment. This program emphasizes teamwork, fair play, and building confidence while learning key soccer techniques like dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic game strategies.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are held on Tuesdays

• All practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Coaches’ Meeting: Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion.

Parent Involvement:
Parents are encouraged to get involved! Volunteer coaches and assistants help make the season a success, and are eligible for free memberships and program registrations.

This season promises lots of fun, learning, and teamwork—players will finish the season ready for more advanced skills and continued enjoyment of the game.

U7 Soccer is designed for players ages 5–6 to continue developing foundational soccer skills in a fun, supportive environment. This program emphasizes teamwork, fair play, and building confidence while learning key soccer techniques like dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic game strategies.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are held on Mondays

• All practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Coaches’ Meeting: Wednesday, July 1 at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion.

Parent Involvement:
Parents are encouraged to get involved! Volunteer coaches and assistants help make the season a success, and are eligible for free memberships and program registrations.

This season promises lots of fun, learning, and teamwork—players will finish the season ready for more advanced skills and continued enjoyment of the game.

U7 Soccer is designed for players ages 5–6 to continue developing foundational soccer skills in a fun, supportive environment. This program emphasizes teamwork, fair play, and building confidence while learning key soccer techniques like dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic game strategies.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are held on Mondays

• All practices and games are held at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Coaches’ Meeting: Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion.

Parent Involvement:
Parents are encouraged to get involved! Volunteer coaches and assistants help make the season a success, and are eligible for free memberships and program registrations.

This season promises lots of fun, learning, and teamwork—players will finish the season ready for more advanced skills and continued enjoyment of the game.

U9 Soccer is designed for players ages 7–8 who are ready to build on foundational soccer skills while learning more advanced techniques and game strategies. The program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players continue to develop as athletes in a supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are held on Tuesdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we hold an Observation Day for U9 Boys on Tuesday, July 14th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of development as players get ready for continued growth in soccer.

U9 Soccer is designed for players ages 7–8 who are ready to build on foundational soccer skills while learning more advanced techniques and game strategies. The program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players continue to develop as athletes in a supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are held on Tuesdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we hold an Observation Day for U9 Boys on Tuesday, February 10th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of development as players get ready for continued growth in soccer.

U9 Soccer is designed for players ages 7–8 who are ready to build on foundational soccer skills while learning more advanced techniques and game strategies. The program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players continue to develop as athletes in a supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are played on Mondays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U9 Girls on Monday, July 13th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players grow their skills and love for the game.

U9 Soccer is designed for players ages 7–8 who are ready to build on foundational soccer skills while learning more advanced techniques and game strategies. The program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players continue to develop as athletes in a supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are played on Mondays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U9 Girls on Monday, February 9th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players grow their skills and love for the game.

U11 Soccer is designed for players ages 9–10 who are ready to advance their skills and understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy, helping players develop more advanced techniques like ball control, passing accuracy, shooting, and basic tactical play, all within a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are held on Tuesdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we hold an Observation Day for U9 Boys on Tuesday, July 14th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U11 Boys Soccer is designed for players ages 9–10 who are ready to advance their skills and understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy, helping players develop more advanced techniques like ball control, passing accuracy, shooting, and basic tactical play, all within a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are played on Tuesdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U11 Boys on Tuesday, February 10th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U11 Soccer is designed for players ages 9–10 who are ready to advance their skills and understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy, helping players develop more advanced techniques like ball control, passing accuracy, shooting, and basic tactical play, all within a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th and are played on Mondays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U11 Girls on Monday, July 13th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U11 Soccer is designed for players ages 9–10 who are ready to advance their skills and understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy, helping players develop more advanced techniques like ball control, passing accuracy, shooting, and basic tactical play, all within a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th and are played on Mondays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U11 Girls on Monday, February 9th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U13 Coed Soccer is designed for players ages 11–12 who are ready to continue developing advanced soccer skills while learning more complex strategies and gameplay. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players refine techniques such as ball control, passing, shooting, and tactical awareness in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th, and are held on Thursdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U13 Coed on Thursday, July 16th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U13 Coed Soccer is designed for players ages 11–12 who are ready to continue developing advanced soccer skills while learning more complex strategies and gameplay. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence, helping players refine techniques such as ball control, passing, shooting, and tactical awareness in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th, with days determined by league scheduling

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U13 Coed on Thursday, February 12th at 6:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U16 Soccer is designed for players ages 13–15 who are ready to advance their skills and strategic understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and tactical play, helping players refine advanced techniques such as ball control, passing, shooting, and positioning in a competitive yet supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of August 3rd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of August 17th, and are held on Thursdays

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U16 Coed on Thursday, July 16th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, July 1st at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.

U16 Soccer is designed for players ages 13-15 who are ready to advance their skills and strategic understanding of the game. This program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and tactical play, helping players refine advanced techniques such as ball control, passing, shooting, and positioning in a competitive yet supportive environment.

Practice & Game Schedule:

• Practices begin the week of March 2nd, with exact days and times set by volunteer coaches

• Games start the week of March 16th, with days determined by league scheduling

• All practices and games take place at the Wilson Family YMCA Soccer Fields

Observation & Draft:
To ensure balanced teams, we’ll hold Observation Day for U16 Coed on Thursday, February 12th at 7:00 PM. Players will be observed during drills and activities, and team assignments will be determined through the draft following observation. All players will be drafted, regardless of attendance at Observation Day, though some players may be exempt if coaches select them from their request list.

Coaches’ Meeting:
Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Pavilion

Parent Involvement:
Parents who want to coach are always welcome! Coaches receive free memberships and program registrations and help make the season a success.

This season promises advanced skill-building, teamwork, and plenty of excitement as players continue to grow and enjoy the game.