Kids Soccer Academy for Young Beginners
A first program
Looking for your child's first soccer program? MDS Academy runs kids soccer in Bergen County and Monmouth County, New Jersey, led by licensed professional coaches, not parent volunteers. Our youngest programs start at U5, futsal gives kids more touches than any other format, and complete beginners are always welcome. Every child gets on the ball, and every child gets a coach's attention.
Programs by Age
The right program for your child's age
First session
What a first session looks like
On the ball from the start
Young kids learn by doing, so sessions are full of touches on the ball and simple, fun games, not long explanations.
With kids their own age
Players train in age groups. In futsal, the age group is set automatically from your child's date of birth when you register.
What to bring
Shin guards and a water bottle. For futsal, flat-soled indoor or futsal shoes (no cleats on the court).
Drop-off and pick-up
Arrive no more than 10 minutes early and pick up on time. Players are only released to a parent, guardian or authorized adult.
More touches, more confidence, and a love for the game from day one.
Why MDS
Why parents choose MDS for their kids
Licensed coaches for every age
Even the youngest MDS players are coached by licensed, professional staff, the same standard as every other MDS program.
Safe, insured sessions
Every coach is background-checked and first aid and CPR certified, staff complete SafeSport training, and every session is covered by liability insurance.
Club-neutral
Your child can play for any club or town team and still train with MDS. We develop players. We don't compete for rosters.
A clear pathway as they grow
From Mini Dragons and Pre-Travel Academy to futsal and Skill School, there's always a next step at MDS.
Locations
Find a kids soccer session near you
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Be first to hear when sessions open
Mini Dragons and Pre-Travel Academy dates are coming soon. Leave your email and we'll let you know as soon as the next program for your child's age opens. Or register for winter futsal, which is open now.
FAQs
Kids Soccer Academy FAQs
Yes. MDS Academy runs kids soccer programs in Bergen County and Monmouth County. This winter, futsal runs on Saturdays at Hovnanian School in New Milford, Sundays at St Nicks Greek Church in Wyckoff, and Tuesday nights at Hoop Group in Neptune. That's within easy reach of families from Ridgewood, Paramus, Hackensack, Mahwah, Asbury Park, Red Bank, Freehold and surrounding towns.
More questions? Email info@mdssoccer.com.