First Touch Program (U3–U5)

 

Where the Journey Begins – With Joy, Energy, and a Ball at Their Feet

 

Welcome to First Touch, the most exciting soccer experience for our youngest players, designed for children aged U3 to U5. This is where everything starts — not with lines, drills, or pressure, but with smiles, movement, creativity, and the joy of the game.

 

At this early age, our goal isn’t just to introduce soccer — it’s to help your child

fall in love with it.

Why First Touch is So Important

 

The First Touch years are foundational. What your child experiences now will shape their confidence, coordination, and relationship with the game for years to come. That’s why we’ve created a program that’s more than just soccer training — it’s a fun, energetic environment where kids grow as people and as players.

What Makes Our Program Awesome

 

Early Skill Development

 

• Your child will learn dribbling, basic 1v1 moves, turning, shielding, and striking the ball — all through fun, age-appropriate activities.
• Our coaches use guided discovery to help kids learn without even realizing it — every cone, ball, and game has a purpose.

Movement + Agility

 

• Sessions are packed with agility games, balance challenges, and movement patterns to develop body coordination alongside ball control.
• Children improve motor skills, foot-eye coordination, and physical confidence in every session.

Creativity and Freedom

 

• There are no rigid rules or robotic drills. We encourage imagination: pretend to be Messi, dance like Neymar, dribble through lava, or dodge dinosaurs!
• Our focus is on developing free, fearless players who are comfortable making mistakes and learning through play.

Joy-First Philosophy

• Kids at this age don’t need competition — they need to love showing up. That’s our mission.
• We create a positive environment where kids feel supported, celebrated, and eager to come back each week.

Structure & Schedule

 

Each week includes:

• Dribbling based games to help your cold become one with the ball.

Why It Matters

 

This is where we create confident, coordinated, and creative little players who are ready for the next step. First Touch players leave this program with:

• A lifelong love of the ball
• Confidence to express themselves
• Basic skills that give them a head start on the field
• Social skills, discipline, and the joy of being part of a team

Whether your child ends up in the professional game, competitive soccer, or simply playing for fun — First Touch gives them the best possible foundation.

Why Parents Love It

• “My child begs to go to soccer every week!”
• “We’ve seen huge changes in coordination, balance, and confidence.”
• “The coaches are amazing with the kids — so positive and full of energy.”

Ready to Start?

 

Give your child the gift of the game in the best possible way — with laughter, friends, and the ball at their feet. This is more than just a soccer program. It’s the beginning of something special.

 

Register here or contact First Touch’s fantastic program director Tarynn Gifford on Tarynn.Gifford@gcysc.com

If you have questions or need registration assistance, please email us at questions@gcysc.com.