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Playpen Sports Academy Soccer Programs include Tiny Tot Kickers soccer classes, Tot Shot Kickers soccer classes, Mini-League Soccer, and MLS GO Leagues. The program also offers Tot Shot Sluggers baseball classes, Tot Shot Mini-League baseball, and a PlayActive sensorimotor based movement, sports and fitness class. Classes and leagues include warm-up and 1–2 skill development activities, mini-league games, and scrimmage-style soccer and baseball games that involve throwing, catching, and swinging.
• Ages: 2–14 years old
• Schedule: Weekly 40–50 minute classes, with options on Saturdays and Mondays in late June through late July or early August
• Price: $100 for Mini League (5–6 years old); $122 for Tiny Tots (2 years old) Saturday session; $122 for Tot Shot (3–4 years old); $122 for Tiny Tots (2 years old) Monday session; $122 for Tot Shot (3–5 years old) baseball class
Playpen Sports Academy is now the official league operator of MLS GO Leagues, which are co-ed recreational leagues. MLS GO is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth program dedicated to providing an affordable, inclusive, and high-quality soccer experience for all. These leagues are non-competitive, with no official score, records, or standings publicly tracked, and the registration fee includes a free jersey. All necessary equipment is supplied by Playpen Sports Academy, and shinguards are required for Mini-League Soccer. Referral discounts are available, where referred friends get $10 off and the referrer gets a $10 credit, and referring five friends earns a free full-season.
Playpen Sports Academy classes are geared toward toddlers’ unique way of learning, with a focus on childhood development in addition to sport specific curriculum. The childhood development programs introduce children to sport and physical activity in a non-intimidating social environment with a small group of other toddlers and parents. The curriculum is focused on teaching children how to move and use their bodies, share with other children, interact in social settings, follow directions, and have fun in a physically active environment.
Playpen Sports Academy was started on the concept of reimagining what youth sports can be and the role it can play in a child's overall development. Playpen Sports Academy is based in Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI and operates programs in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The founder of Playpen Sports Academy is Chris Nagel, and the organization lists Playpen Sports Academy LLC © 2017.
One verified participant, Sarah P., states, "I was surprised how much my little guy seemed to love his soccer class! We can't go more than two days without him asking about class or coach Ben!" Another testimonial from Sarah & Mikey P., a verified participant, states, "I asking about class or coach Ben!"
Last updated May 13, 2026.
• Ages: 2–14 years old
• Schedule: Weekly 40–50 minute classes, with options on Saturdays and Mondays in late June through late July or early August
• Price: $100 for Mini League (5–6 years old); $122 for Tiny Tots (2 years old) Saturday session; $122 for Tot Shot (3–4 years old); $122 for Tiny Tots (2 years old) Monday session; $122 for Tot Shot (3–5 years old) baseball class
Playpen Sports Academy is now the official league operator of MLS GO Leagues, which are co-ed recreational leagues. MLS GO is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth program dedicated to providing an affordable, inclusive, and high-quality soccer experience for all. These leagues are non-competitive, with no official score, records, or standings publicly tracked, and the registration fee includes a free jersey. All necessary equipment is supplied by Playpen Sports Academy, and shinguards are required for Mini-League Soccer. Referral discounts are available, where referred friends get $10 off and the referrer gets a $10 credit, and referring five friends earns a free full-season.
Playpen Sports Academy classes are geared toward toddlers’ unique way of learning, with a focus on childhood development in addition to sport specific curriculum. The childhood development programs introduce children to sport and physical activity in a non-intimidating social environment with a small group of other toddlers and parents. The curriculum is focused on teaching children how to move and use their bodies, share with other children, interact in social settings, follow directions, and have fun in a physically active environment.
Playpen Sports Academy was started on the concept of reimagining what youth sports can be and the role it can play in a child's overall development. Playpen Sports Academy is based in Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI and operates programs in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The founder of Playpen Sports Academy is Chris Nagel, and the organization lists Playpen Sports Academy LLC © 2017.
One verified participant, Sarah P., states, "I was surprised how much my little guy seemed to love his soccer class! We can't go more than two days without him asking about class or coach Ben!" Another testimonial from Sarah & Mikey P., a verified participant, states, "I asking about class or coach Ben!"
Last updated May 13, 2026.
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