PDX Lil’ Kickers

PDX Lil’ Kickers is a non-competitive, introductory soccer and movement skills program for boys and girls. It includes Lil’ Kickers classes, Bunnies parent-and-child classes for 18 months to 24 months, Thumpers parent-and-child classes for 2 years to 3 years, Cottontails parent-and-child classes for 2.5 years to 3.5 years, Hoppers classes for 3 years to 4 years, Jackrabbits classes for 3 years to 4 years, Big Feet classes for 5 years to 6 years, Micro Classes for ages 4 to 7, and Skills Institute for ages 5 to 12. Classes are 50 minutes long.

Programs

• Lil’ Kickers — 18 months to 9 years old · A non-competitive, introductory soccer and movement skills program for boys and girls. Classes are 50 minutes long.
• Bunnies (18 months - 24 months) - Parent and Child Class — 18 months - 24 months · Introduces toddlers to soccer with games. 50 minute long classes. Parent participation is required.
• Thumpers (2 years - 3 years) - Parent and Child Class — 2 years - 3 years · Parents and kids play organized games together to develop listening skills, balance, ball skills and foot-eye coordination. 50 minute long classes. Parent participation is required.
• Cottontails (2.5 years - 3.5 years) - Parent and Child Class — 2.5 years - 3.5 years · Designed for children ready for more of a challenge than Thumpers but not yet ready to be on the field without a parent or caregiver. 50 minute long classes. Parent participation optional.
• Hoppers (3 years - 4 years) - Beginner Level — 3 years - 4 years · Fun and fast paced classes that focus on balancing skills, coordination and fundamental soccer skills. Children participate independently. 50 minute long classes.
• Jackrabbits (3 years - 4 years) - Intermediate Level — 3 years - 4 years · Designed to help transition children into non-competitive team play. Creative games, one-ball oriented games and scrimmaging are introduced. 50 minute long classes.
• Big Feet (5 years - 6 years) - Beginner Level — 5 years - 6 years · For five and six year-olds who have not played soccer before. Focuses on basic soccer skills, sportsmanship and team play. 50 minute long classes.
• Micro Classes (4/5 years) (6/7years) - Beginner Level — 4-7 years · Developmental and non-competitive for intermediate kids ages 4-7 years. Emphasis on fun and safety. 50 minute long classes.
• Skills Institute — 5 years to 12 years old · A soccer development program for kids who love soccer and have a strong desire to improve their skills. The program evaluates, assesses and adapts to a player’s initial skill level upon entry.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–12 years old
• Current session: Fall 2026 Season of Lil’ Kickers @ Portland Indoor (Aug 24–Nov 22, 2026); Fall 2026 Season of Lil’ Kickers @ The Plex (Aug 24–Nov 22, 2026)
• General schedule: Classes are offered all year long. Fall 2026 season runs August 24th - November 22nd at both locations.
• Facility hours: Portland Indoor Soccer: Wednesday-Sunday 8am-5pm; The Plex PDX: Wednesday-Sunday 8am-5pm

About the provider

A non-competitive, introductory soccer and movement skills program for boys and girls. Parent participation is required for Bunnies and Thumpers, optional for Cottontails, and children participate independently in Hoppers. Big Feet is for children who have not played soccer before. Micro Classes are non-competitive and do not keep score or league standings.

What families say

“My kids each started in Lil’ kickers at 18 months and I cannot say enough good things about the coaches - they are simply amazing. My kids look forward to seeing them every week, as do I. They are kind, engaging, energetic and extremely gifted in working with and teaching kids.” — Andrea Tomlin

Last updated October 13, 2026.