Youth Soccer Drills - One On One Dribbling

One of the most basic youth soccer drills is called one on one dribbling. If you can teach your child how to dribble well, he/she will be able to beat defender's one-on-one in a real match.

This drill is very easy, and only requires one other person for your child to complete the drill. It is best to find someone that is his/her equal, but if that is not possible, you might have to play a little bit of soccer too!

Unlike the basketball form of dribbling, to dribble in soccer, you use your feet. Dribbling is nothing more than kicking the ball to yourself, from one foot, to the other. It is used to keep the defender on his/her heels, while giving you the opportunity to pass them.

To satisfy your child's competitive nature, I would recommend setting up a point system. If you are practicing with them, give them a point for every time they get past you. If they have a friend to practice with, have them take turns trying to pass each other, rewarding points for when they succeed.

Please, do not think that just because this is a basic drill, that it isn't important. Dribbling is the building blocks for any good soccer player, and without the skill, they will not do too good on the field. Every time they bring the soccer ball out to the yard, offer to dribble with them! I know that it will get old sooner or later, but do what you can do to keep them motivated!

Youth Soccer Drills - How Hard Are They To Teach?

So, you want to teach your child a few youth soccer drills? Are you worried that you don't have what it takes? I am willing to bet that you have absolutely no idea about the game, and you feel slightly intimidated by the thought of trying to teach your child the game...

Stop those thoughts right now! Thousands of parents have been in your position at one point in time, and they made it! What makes them any better than you? With a little bit of dedication to your child's happiness, and the enjoyment of watching them be successful at something that they enjoy, you will quickly become the coach of the year in their eyes!

You already have a huge advantage too! You have the Internet! The Internet, as you know, has an abundance of information! Not only will you learn quit a few things from this site alone, but with a search on good ol' Google, you will be able to find all of the information on youth soccer drills that you will ever need!

Here is a little advise from one soccer parent to another future soccer parent: NETWORK! Please, dont be shy! When you take your child to practice, sit down and talk to the other parents! You would be very surprised at how much you can learn about soccer from veteran soccer mom or dad! They are all friendly (except to parents of the opposing team... just kidding), and they will be more than happy to teach you the basics, while watching the practice!

Youth soccer drills are not rocket science either, so there is no need to be intimidated. Most of the stuff that you will learn on this site, and other sites are very basic, but more than enough to turn your child into a star. Take a deep breathe, imagine your child's happiness, and get to work!