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Soccer Shots is a soccer program where children take part in activities such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and learning basic rules of the game. The program uses an expert-designed, age-appropriate curriculum taught by fully trained coaches in an environment called Soccer Island. Soccer Shots offers three program types: MINI (Toddler), CLASSIC (Preschool), and PREMIER (School-Age), each using specific games and activities to teach soccer skills.
• Ages: 18 months–8 years old
Soccer Shots was formed in 1997 and began franchising in 2005, with its first four franchises in Ohio, Delaware, Florida, and Pennsylvania. From its beginnings, it has grown to over 300 territories across 43 states and 2 Canadian provinces, with over 560,000 enrollments in 2023. The founding partners are Jeremy Sorzano and Jason Webb, and in May 2009, Justin Bredeman became the third partner. Soccer Shots Franchising, LLC is based in central Pennsylvania, just east of Harrisburg.
Every Soccer Shots coach must complete a comprehensive training program to receive certification, and all coaches are trained in the use of developmentally appropriate techniques. Coaches are routinely evaluated and take part in ongoing training. The coach selection process evaluates both the ability to coach soccer and the ability to engage and inspire children.
The program’s curriculum is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players, and experienced and licensed soccer coaches. The curriculum aligns with early childhood education standards, places emphasis on character development and skill building, and is constantly re-evaluated and updated to stay current with those standards. MINI introduces children to using their feet, dribbling, and basic rules of the game through songs, fun games, and positive reinforcement. CLASSIC uses creative and imaginative games to focus on dribbling, passing, and shooting, and highlights a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. PREMIER is an advanced program that builds on skills and introduces competitive play through fun games and team competitions.
Soccer Shots describes itself as the most trusted and engaging children’s soccer program for ages 18 months to 8 years and is positioned as a best-in-class children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. As the premier Children’s Soccer Experience, its stated mission is to positively impact children’s lives. Soccer Shots is consistently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as the #1 Children’s Fitness Franchise in the U.S.
Soccer Shots partners with local childcare centers, preschools, elementary schools, and other organizations to bring soccer to children across North America. Through partnerships with the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Nike, and other organizations, Soccer Shots aims to impact children and communities across the U.S. and the world. The organization also emphasizes timely, responsive communication and proactively communicates cancellations due to weather or other circumstances.
Parents have shared feedback about the program. One parent from Kalamazoo, Michigan, described watching a child move from the MINI to the CLASSIC program and noted that the child learned soccer skills, taking turns, independence, and how to cheer for others. A parent from Phoenix, Arizona, said their instructor was great and that they signed up for the summer season. A parent from Dallas, Texas, reported seeing growth in their daughter over the months she has been with Soccer Shots. Another parent from San Diego, California, said that after doing a different program, they appreciated how organized Soccer Shots was and how well the coaches kept the kids engaged.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 18 months–8 years old
Soccer Shots was formed in 1997 and began franchising in 2005, with its first four franchises in Ohio, Delaware, Florida, and Pennsylvania. From its beginnings, it has grown to over 300 territories across 43 states and 2 Canadian provinces, with over 560,000 enrollments in 2023. The founding partners are Jeremy Sorzano and Jason Webb, and in May 2009, Justin Bredeman became the third partner. Soccer Shots Franchising, LLC is based in central Pennsylvania, just east of Harrisburg.
Every Soccer Shots coach must complete a comprehensive training program to receive certification, and all coaches are trained in the use of developmentally appropriate techniques. Coaches are routinely evaluated and take part in ongoing training. The coach selection process evaluates both the ability to coach soccer and the ability to engage and inspire children.
The program’s curriculum is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players, and experienced and licensed soccer coaches. The curriculum aligns with early childhood education standards, places emphasis on character development and skill building, and is constantly re-evaluated and updated to stay current with those standards. MINI introduces children to using their feet, dribbling, and basic rules of the game through songs, fun games, and positive reinforcement. CLASSIC uses creative and imaginative games to focus on dribbling, passing, and shooting, and highlights a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. PREMIER is an advanced program that builds on skills and introduces competitive play through fun games and team competitions.
Soccer Shots describes itself as the most trusted and engaging children’s soccer program for ages 18 months to 8 years and is positioned as a best-in-class children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. As the premier Children’s Soccer Experience, its stated mission is to positively impact children’s lives. Soccer Shots is consistently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as the #1 Children’s Fitness Franchise in the U.S.
Soccer Shots partners with local childcare centers, preschools, elementary schools, and other organizations to bring soccer to children across North America. Through partnerships with the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Nike, and other organizations, Soccer Shots aims to impact children and communities across the U.S. and the world. The organization also emphasizes timely, responsive communication and proactively communicates cancellations due to weather or other circumstances.
Parents have shared feedback about the program. One parent from Kalamazoo, Michigan, described watching a child move from the MINI to the CLASSIC program and noted that the child learned soccer skills, taking turns, independence, and how to cheer for others. A parent from Phoenix, Arizona, said their instructor was great and that they signed up for the summer season. A parent from Dallas, Texas, reported seeing growth in their daughter over the months she has been with Soccer Shots. Another parent from San Diego, California, said that after doing a different program, they appreciated how organized Soccer Shots was and how well the coaches kept the kids engaged.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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