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This page is the one-stop resource for all of your Feet First Soccer class AND Step Up Soccer Academy needs.

Weekly Feet First Classes will be held on Thursdays from 2:30 - 3:00 pm. Classes are for children 2.5 - 5 years old.

Step Up Soccer Academy Club session will be held on Thursdays from 1:55 - 2:25. The SUSA Club is for children 5 - 9 years old.

If this is your first visit, click on one of the buttons below to get started. We are here as your Upstart Athletics Soccer guides so please feel free to reach out via the methods below.

Text/Phone (417) 501-6019 or email: info@springfieldUpstartAthletics.com

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Days & Times

Feet First Soccer is excited to back at Discover Garden! We really look forward to seeing your child each week at class. Below is the weekly schedule for soccer students

Step Up Soccer Academy Club - Thursdays 1:55-2:25 pm
Ages 5-8 years old
Feet First Weekly Classes - Thursdays 2:30 -3 pm
Ages 3-5 years old

Coaching Staff

Coach Lexi is the Springfield Director and will be the head coach for your child's Feet First Soccer class. She is excited to be partnering with Discovery Garden and looks forward to having your child in class!

Coach Lexi

Lexi is a Missouri State University graduate with a degree in Recreation and Sports Administration and over 10 years of experience working with kids. A lifelong soccer player, she competed at the collegiate level for Missouri Western University before transitioning to coaching and refereeing in both rec and competitive leagues.

Lexi specializes in behavior management and inclusive recreation, with a passion for using sports and play to support child development. She spent the last four years with the Springfield Park Board, partnering with Springfield Public Schools to run after-school care, camps, clubs, and youth sports programs. She holds youth development credentials and is currently pursuing accreditation from the National Alliance for Youth Sports.

Monthly Curriculum

Every month, your child will focus on a new soccer move and character trait while going on many fun adventures. We want your child to be able to take what they learn in school then practice it at home - and we want you to be involved too! Each month we will post the new curriculum summary card below.

Feet First and Step Up Soccer Academy FAQ

WHAT IS WEEKLY SOCCER CLASS AT SCHOOL?

Upstart Athletics weekly soccer classes are designed to maximize MVPA (moderate to vigorous physical activity) during your child's school day. This helps them perform better in school and is a welcomed break from their normal routines. Our trained coach comes to your child's school once per week and leads a fun & engaging 30-minute soccer class.

DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BRING ANYTHING FOR SOCCER CLASS?

Nope! Your coach will come prepared with all of the needed gear for a fun & engaging soccer class. The only request is that your child wear comfortable clothes on Feet First days. No special clothes, shoes or gear is needed.

WHO WILL BE COACHING MY CHILD?

Coach Kali will be leading the classes. See above to find out more about her.

WHAT WILL MY CHILD BE DOING IN SOCCER CLASS?

Your child will experience and contribute to creative practices while learning real soccer skills. Each child will have a soccer ball at their feet for the entire class. Coach will come prepared with new curriculum every month with different games each week. Monthly Curriculum will be shared in your team chat and added to your team's resource page in the PlayMetrics app.

MY CHILD LOVED THE FREE TRIAL AND I'M READY TO SIGN UP! WHAT DO I DO NOW?

Great! The next step is registering for the ongoing regular classes. You may do so by clicking the link above. You only need to sign up once, enable autopay, and your account will be automatically billed each month. You can cancel at anytime.

HOW MUCH IS THE CLASS?

Upstart Athletics' Weekly Soccer Class is $50, billed monthly. The number of classes per month will range from 3-5, depending on the number of weeks in each month.

WHO CAN I CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS?

We love hearing from our families! You can reach us via email at info@springfieldUpstartAthletics.com or call (417) 501-6019. Follow us on social too for all of the latest Upstart Athletics information!

Text/Phone: (417) 501-6019 Email: info@springfieldUpstartAthletics.com