Our Little Cityzens Program is designed specifically for players ages 3–10, providing a fun, supportive, and engaging introduction to soccer. Our goal is simple: build confidence, develop fundamental skills, and create a lifelong love for the game.
Whether your child is looking to sharpen their skills, or stepping onto the field for the first time, Little Cityzens offers the perfect environment to learn, grow, and have fun.
Fun-First Learning Environment: We prioritize enjoyment and engagement, helping players feel confident and excited every time they step on the field.
Professional Coaching & Oversight: Every Little Cityzens program is managed by our experienced City SC coaching staff.
Age-Appropriate Development: Our curriculum is designed specifically for young beginners, focusing on fundamental skills through games and activities.
Maximum Ball Contact: Players spend more time with the ball at their feet, accelerating development and building confidence.
Game-Based Approach: Every session includes small-sided games where players can apply what they’ve learned in real game situations.
Session Structure
Each 60-minute session is designed to balance learning and play:
- 30 Minutes – Skills Training
Players work on core techniques like dribbling, passing, and shooting through fun, high-energy activities - 30 Minutes – Small-Sided Games
Players participate in World Cup style games to build confidence, decision-making, and teamwork
2026 Monthly Curriculum Focus
May – Ball Mastery & Dribbling
June – Passing & Receiving
July – Attacking & Finishing
August – 1v1 Moves & Creativity
September – First Touch & Control
October – Attacking & Defending
What’s Included Each Month
Each player will receive:
- Four 1-hour sessions (30 minute technical, 30 minutes small sided games)
- Weekly focuses within the month’s topic
- Professional City SC coaches
- City SC Little Cityzens curriculum led sessions
- City SC Little Cityzens T-Shirt (received at check in of session 1)
- City SC Little Cityzens Certificate & End of Program Evaluation (presented to each player at the end of session 4)
Locations, Dates & Times
Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
Dates: Fridays; see program month for specific dates
Times: 4pm-5pm (May, June, September, October,), 9am-10am (July, August)
Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
Pathways Forwards
Little Cityzens serves as a foundation for future development, helping players transition into:
- Recreational soccer programs
- Competitive teams
- Advanced training opportunities
Monthly Topics & Registration Links
MAY - Ball Mastery & Dribbling // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of May, players will focus on:
- Close ball control and coordination
- Dribbling in tight spaces
- Changing direction with the ball
- Dribbling at speed
- Introduction to fun skill moves
- Apply weekly focuses into small sided games every session
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays; May 1, 8, 15, 22
- Time: 4pm-5pm
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
JUNE - Passing & Receiving // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of June, players will develop:
- Proper passing technique using the inside of the foot
- First touch and ball control
- How to receive the ball and keep it close
- Basic movement after passing
- Introduction to simple teamwork concepts
All activities are designed to be fun, engaging, and centered around maximum ball touches, ensuring every player stays active and involved.
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays June 5, 12, 19, 26
- Time: 4pm-5pm
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
JULY - Attacking & Finishing // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of July, players will focus on:
- Basic shooting technique
- Confidence striking the ball
- Dribbling toward goal and finishing
- Shooting under light pressure
- Attacking mindset and decision-making
- Apply weekly focuses into small sided games every session
All activities are designed to be fun, engaging, and centered around maximum ball touches, ensuring every player stays active and involved.
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays July 10, 17, 24, 31
- Time: 9am-10am
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
AUGUST - Moves & Creativity // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of August, players will focus on:
- 1v1 attacking moves
- Changing speed and direction to beat defenders
- Confidence taking players on
- Creativity and freedom on the ball
- Quick reactions and decision-making
- Apply weekly focuses into small sided games every session
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays August 7, 14, 21, 28
- Time: 9am-10am
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
SEPTEMBER - First Touch & Control // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of September, players will focus on:
- Basic ball control using different parts of the foot
- First touch to keep the ball close
- Receiving the ball and moving into space
- Controlling the ball under light pressure
- Improved confidence in possession
- Apply weekly focuses into small sided games every session
All activities are designed to be fun, engaging, and centered around maximum ball touches, ensuring every player stays active and involved.
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays September 4, 11, 18, 25
- Time: 4pm-5pm
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
OCTOBER - Attacking & Defending // REGISTER HERE
Players will develop their ability to move with the ball, change direction, and express creativity – all essential foundations for long-term success in the game. Each session is designed to maximize touches on the ball while keeping activities fun, game-like, and age-appropriate.
What Players Will Learn:
Throughout the month of October, players will focus on:
- Basic 1v1 attacking skills (beating a defender)
- Introduction to defending (staying between player and goal)
- Awareness of when to attack vs defend
- Winning the ball back
- Quick transitions between offense and defense
- Apply weekly focuses into small sided games every session
All activities are designed to be fun, engaging, and centered around maximum ball touches, ensuring every player stays active and involved.
Locations, Dates & Times
- Locations: Temecula, Menifee & Canyon Hills (select location at registration)
- Dates: Fridays October 2, 9, 16, 23
- Time: 4pm-5pm
- Ages: boys and girls 3-10 years old
- Cost: $59 (Sibling discount: $5 off per sibling registered, after first player)
Questions?
Please feel free to reach out to our respective location Program Coordinators:
Temecula – Julio Gomez: julio@cityscsouthwest.com
Menifee – Timothy Finch: timothy@cityscsouthwest.com
Canyon Hills – Manny Rea: manny@cityscsouthwest.com
Or, for any general questions, please email: info@cityscsouthwest.com