Soccer for Kids in Tulsa (Guide)
This soccer guide for kids is designed to help parents in Tulsa understand the training options available, how each pathway works, and which one best supports their child’s growth in soccer.
Our soccer programs are built around supervised coaching with a small coach-to-player ratio, ensuring every child gets the focused attention they need to grow.
Training is mapped to the real demands of Green Country’s youth scene, complementing the match environments kids experience at complexes such as Mohawk Sports Complex and Owasso Sports Park North.
Each session stays safe, engaging, and skill-first so players enjoy learning while steadily progressing.
Age-Appropriate Training (7–9, 10–12, 13)
Age-based training ensures your child faces the right challenges at the right time.
By grouping players according to their developmental stage, we make sure every child learns the skills and understanding of the game that fit where they are now — building confidence, sharpening technique, and keeping soccer fun.
In the Tulsa area, where youth soccer continues to grow through neighborhood leagues and school programs, our pathways help players stay on track with structured progression: beginner, intermediate, advanced, and positional mastery.
Families can choose what works best for their player: private sessions for focused, individualized growth or small group training that builds teamwork and game awareness within a local, community-driven environment.
Soccer for Kids Ages 7–9
For kids ages 7–9, soccer is all about the “playing with my friends” stage. At this stage, kids learn the basics of the game through engaging, game-like situations. They start to understand the purpose of the game, the direction of play, and simple rules, while also exploring the fundamentals of teamwork. Our coaches are always there to assist and encourage, helping kids feel confident as they play.
In Tulsa, we bring that learning to life in the same places kids grow up playing — from quiet driveways in South Tulsa and Bixby, to open fields around Jenks, Owasso, and Broken Arrow, where pickup games and weekend practices are part of everyday life. The familiar setting helps kids feel relaxed and ready to learn, so they can focus on developing real soccer foundations.
This beginner stage is ideal for children just starting their soccer journey. Families can choose the format that fits best — private 1-on-1 training for focused attention, small group sessions to encourage teamwork, or our Beginner Pathway Program, which builds skills step-by-step at a pace that fits your child.
Skills Kids Will Learn:
- Understanding the rules of soccer
- Basic ball control
- Dribbling skills
- Passing with teammates
- Playing as part of a team
- Confidence building
- Motor skill development
Soccer for Kids Ages 10–12
For kids ages 10–12, this age is generally considered the intermediate level in soccer. But not every child has been playing for years — in fact, many kids first start developing a real passion for the game around this time. If your child is just beginning, that’s perfectly fine. Training is always adjusted to meet them where they are, whether they’re stepping onto the field for the first time or already building their skills.
At this stage, players continue to grow their abilities, tactical awareness, and overall fitness. They also start to expand their understanding of attacking, defending, and transitioning while learning how to work more effectively as part of a team.
Depending on your child’s needs, they can take personalized lessons to focus on specific skills. We also offer the option of group training for families and friends who want their kids to learn together — siblings, cousins, or neighbors.
Kids can choose the intermediate pathway to build on what they’ve learned and keep improving at a pace that’s right for the
Skills Kids Will Learn:
- Ball control and dribbling
- Passing and shooting accuracy
- Fitness, agility, and coordination
- Teamwork and communication
- Tactical knowledge and decision-making
- Confidence on the ball
Soccer for Kids Age 13 and Above
For kids ages 13 and up, this stage is generally considered the advanced level of youth soccer training. At this point, players begin focusing on their position, their responsibilities on the team, and how their actions affect the whole game. They learn how roles and duties line up within a team and how to interact with teammates in different situations.
Most 13-year-olds quickly move to the advanced pathway where training emphasizes skills, teamwork, and competition. With improved skills, your child can also enter the positional mastery pathway as soon as the advanced level is passed. Positional mastery is where they become the best player in their role.
At that stage, your child will develop position-specific skills for both attack and defense, while observing how team structure, spacing, and coordination affect the game. You can choose private 1-on-1 sessions for customized training, or families and friends can organize group lessons if they’d like their kids to learn together.
Skills Kids Will Learn:
Attack Actions:
- Shooting, passing, and dribbling forward
- Creating passing options and supporting the attack
- Executing 2v1 or 1v1 situations
- Changing the point of attack, pace, or switching positions
Defense Actions:
- Protecting the goal
- Stealing the ball and pressuring opponents
- Keeping the team compact and balanced
- Outnumbering opponents while marking specific players or areas
Soccer Whenever, Wherever You Want
Soccer practice doesn’t have to wait for a scheduled class. Our Soccer Whenever, Wherever You Want option lets you create soccer sessions on your own terms, anytime and anywhere.
You can invite your child’s friends and build a class that works for them, making it perfect for kids who need flexibility or are getting ready for tryouts.
If your child needs extra attention, 1-on-1 private lessons are recommended. Private lessons can last 40–60 minutes or longer, depending on your child’s needs. You also decide how often they train: once, twice, or three times per week.
Not Sure yet? Start with an assessment.
We recommend starting with a player assessment to establish current abilities and identify specific areas that will most impact your advancement goals in Tulsa’s competitive soccer landscape.
For Competitive Club Players Throughout Tulsa County
Established competitive players in Tulsa, Jenks, Owasso, and surrounding areas face their own development challenges as they seek to maintain their edge and advance within increasingly selective environments. Our soccer training for kids helps competitive players throughout the metropolitan area:
- Refine technical execution under greater pressure.
- Develop positional specialization for advanced role performance.
- Enhance tactical understanding beyond basic concepts.
- Build the physical capabilities needed for higher-level competition in Tulsa’s competitive club scene.
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For High School Soccer Players Across Greater Tulsa
High school soccer in Tulsa County presents unique challenges combining physical demands, tactical complexity, and performance pressure. Our prep soccer training helps high school players from Bixby, Sapulpa, and throughout the region who may or may not be on club teams:
- Prepare effectively for high school tryouts and seasons at Jenks, Union, Broken Arrow, Memorial, and other Tulsa-area schools.
- Develop varsity-level capabilities to earn playing time.
- Enhance position-specific skills for role effectiveness.
- Build physical resilience for the intensity of scholastic competition across Northeast Oklahoma.
Our Prep Soccer Training Approach in Tulsa
Through our 8-week Player Development Program customized for prep-level players throughout the Tulsa metropolitan area, we create a structured progression that builds capabilities systematically:
Technical Refinement Under Pressure
We focus on executing skills consistently under the increased speed, physical pressure, and decision-making demands found in more competitive environments throughout Green Country.
Tactical Understanding
Players across Tulsa County develop deeper game intelligence, position-specific responsibilities, and the ability to read and respond to more complex game situations.
Physical Preparation
Our training builds the speed, strength, agility, and endurance required to perform effectively at more demanding levels of play in Northeast Oklahoma's competitive landscape.
Mental Performance
We develop the focus, resilience, and competitive mentality needed to excel in higher-pressure situations and more challenging environments throughout Greater Tulsa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you prepare players specifically for tryouts at Tulsa-area clubs and schools?
Our prep training incorporates common evaluation scenarios from tryouts at local clubs like TSC, Blitz, and West Side Alliance, as well as Tulsa-area high schools, developing both the specific skills and confidence needed to perform effectively under assessment pressure.
Can prep training help during the off-season in Northeast Oklahoma?
Absolutely. Our prep soccer training program is ideal for maintaining and advancing development during the off-season, ensuring players return to their Tulsa teams with improved capabilities rather than needing to regain lost ground.
How does prep training adapt for different competitive levels across Tulsa County?
We assess each player's current abilities and target competition level, then customize training intensity, complexity, and focus areas accordingly. A player preparing for JV tryouts at a Broken Arrow high school receives different emphasis than one preparing for an elite club showcase in the Tulsa metropolitan area.
Does your service extend beyond Tulsa proper?
Yes! Our coaches travel throughout Tulsa County and surrounding areas, including Broken Arrow, Owasso, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Glenpool, Jenks, Bixby, Catoosa, Berryhill, and beyond.
Prep Soccer Training Outcomes for Green Country Players
Players throughout the Tulsa area who complete our prep soccer training typically experience:
- Technical consistency under varied pressure situations
- Improved physical capabilities matching higher-level demands in
- Tulsa competitions
- Enhanced decision-making speed in complex game scenarios
- Greater positional understanding for role effectiveness
- Increased confidence in competitive environments across Northeast Oklahoma
These outcomes directly translate to improved performance in tryouts, competitive matches, and team environments throughout Tulsa County and surrounding communities.
