The Captain Kicks Story

Captain Kicks was born in 2021 when all great companies were born….In the middle of a Pandemic! With so much uncertainty in life for everyone and especially in children’s enrichment programs, we knew there was an opportunity and a need to return to some normalcy. We decided to take the leap and Captain Kicks hasn’t looked back since.

Captain Kicks was founded by industry veterans with a combined experience of over 30 years in the LA afterschool space and soccer arena. Captain Kicks focuses on creating a fun, non-competitive environment for kids aged 2-10 through the game of soccer.

Class in a Nutshell

Our programs start with fun games and warm-ups. And finish with stickers and a high five! All classes get kids moving, exercising, learning new skills, and building confidence with our awesome coaches.

TESTIMONIALS

- Lauren B.

"We LOVE Captain Kicks! My 2 year old daughter takes classes at Rancho Park on Sundays and it’s what we look forward to every weekend. The coaches are so kind and patient and make it so fun. We’ve been doing it since last Fall and we’ve definitely seen our daughter gain some soccer skills too! We’ve met other nice families on our team and Zach the owner couldn’t be nicer and more communicative. Best soccer program in Los Angeles!"

- Kirk O’The Valley director

"Just wanted to mention how great the soccer activity was yesterday. I think that's the same crew we use during the year. With the toddlers they were really really great. Those two guys kept the group engaged for about 40 minutes. That's a minor miracle. I told them that they were really really good with that age group and thanked them."

- Justin T.

"I just wanted to say thank you. My fiancé was outside of the school. And he was so happy you were so patient and understanding with Nelson. So I am just thanking you for all you do."

- Amy W.

"I just wanted to send a BIG THANK YOU! My son has had some challenging behaviors in the past with other sport type classes he has taken. But the Coach has been amazing with him! My son comes home every Monday so excited about soccer. He even tries to sleep in his school t-shirt because he doesn’t want to take off the sticker he earned!"

- Greenwood Ave KinderCare director

"Our kiddos and families really are enjoying soccer! We are thrilled to have Captain Kicks be a part of our program!"

- Emma W.

"We have sent our kids to Captain Kicks soccer classes and used them to host a birthday party! They do a truly fantastic time engaging the kids in a collaborative, fun, and memorable way. Highly recommend both their classes and their birthday parties!"

- Alicia S.

"Thank you so much for being so amazing to Sedona! We will be moving and our last day is 9/23 with the school. Your program has been a game changer and has had such a positive impact on Sedona I’m forever grateful."

Our Soccer Coaches

Coach Trevor

What I love about Captain Kicks is seeing the kids working together as a team and having fun!

Coach Casey

What I love about Captain Kicks is passing my passion for soccer onto the next generation!

Coach Ben

DIRECTOR OF COACHING

What I love about Captain kicks is I am doing my part to make future USA world cup winners :). Getting kids to love soccer by making it fun is the first step!

Coach Rich

What I love about Captain kicks is watching kids confidence grow as well as their ability!

Coach Maile

What I love about Captain kicks is having the flexibility to teach soccer using different interests that every individual age group have whether it’s superheroes, animals, or just using silliness.

Coach Mario

What I love about Captain kicks is the positive influence we have in children’s lives.

Coach Evan

What I love about Captain kicks is having the pleasure of seeing every child grow in their own unique, creative way! 🙂

Coach Gabby

What I love about Captain kicks is I get to experience the laughs and the excitement kids get when they do their cheetah run.

Coach Devon

What I love about Captain Kicks is having the chance to have fun with the kids everyday while also teaching them new and important skills.

Coach Sang

What I love about Captain Kicks is that we get to share our passion for soccer and team sports with the kids.

Coach Dejȧ

What I love about Captain kicks is that I get the opportunity to help kids accomplish their goals (budum tsss) out on the field.

Coach Karthik

What I love about Captain kicks is helping children discover their love of the game. In addition to coaching, I am also responsible for bringing more schools on board.

Shaun

CO-FOUNDER

What I love about Captain kicks is that we give kids an outlet to be kids, and this makes us happy.

Zach

CO-FOUNDER

What I love about Captain kicks is I get to work with so many amazing people every day and make a difference in children’s lives.

Coach Janelle

What I love about Captain Kicks is it allows kiddos to be creative and build all kinds of skills in a supportive environment while playing the beautiful game.

Coach Daniel

What I love about Captain Kicks, are the happy faces full of smiles when everyone gets to score a goal!

Coach Chris

What I love about Captain Kicks is at the core of Captain Kicks’ curriculum is a focus on teaching values, such as teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect… things that will help the children in other areas of their lives.

Coach Feliks

What I love about Captain Kicks is getting to be my silliest self! I love getting to instill a love of soccer and play with the kids in a non-competitive and genuinely fun way

Coach Merrik

What I love about Captain Kicks is watching the kids become more integrated into the classes as the weeks go by

Coach Thomas

What I love about Captain Kicks is being goofy with the kids while showing them the fundamentals they need to grow within the sport.

Coach Grace

What I love about Captain Kicks is seeing each child gain confidence over the course of the classes. The kids who were shy at first become the ones who are the most excited to play!

Captain Kicks FAQ

Does my child need to know how to play soccer to join?

We welcome all skill levels. There are no skill requirements to join, just a desire to learn soccer!

What is my child going to learn if I register them for one of your classes?

Your child will learn the fundamentals of soccer, with each class emphasizing a new move and fun games. Most importantly, your child will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and will have the best time!

If I sign my child up for Captain Kicks at their school do I need to be there while they play?

Not at all. The amazing part about Captain Kicks is the coaches go to your school! The coaches will have a roster and will gather the children from their classroom and bring them back at the end of the session.

Can I watch my child play soccer at their school?

We always enjoy parents getting to see our program in action (check out our public park weekend programs). But for programs located at your child’s school, you will need to contact your school directly to see if parents can come in and watch.

What should my child wear for soccer? Do I need to bring my own soccer ball?

No need to bring anything for soccer as our coaches supply all the equipment. Close-toed shoes are all you need. Cleats and shinguards are not required but are recommended for our Bigs program only at public parks (ages 6-8).

Does my child receive a jersey with registration?

Our Public Park soccer programs all have the option to purchase a Captain Kicks jersey for an additional $25. Our school programs do not offer jerseys at this time, but if you are interested in purchasing one, contact us at

Will you send me pictures of my child playing soccer at school?

Unfortunately, our coaches are all hands on deck when with your child and never take out their cell phone to snap pics. Feel free to contact your child’s school directly as often there are teachers that can snap some pics for you. If you are interested in how your child is doing in soccer and want weekly or bi-weekly feedback, reach out to with your child’s name and school and we can get that information right over to you.

Are your coaches COVID vaccinated?

Yes, all of our coaches at Captain Kicks are fully vaccinated. Additionally, all Captain Kicks coaches have a current TB, T-Dap, MMR and full background checks prior to being hired.

I am going out of town for 3 out of the 10 weeks, do you prorate my cost?

Unfortunately, we do not prorate any costs for missed sessions during the season. Each class builds off the previous class and while it is okay if you miss sessions due to illness or vacation we do not prorate for any missed sessions during the season.

What if I end up on the waitlist?

We always encourage you to enroll your child on the waitlist. This gives us an idea of the interest in the class. If we see a waitlist we can accommodate by adding an extra class or bringing on an extra coach, we’ll do that. If a spot opens up, you will receive an email letting you know a spot is open and you have 8 hours to secure that spot where no one else can enroll.

What if a class does not have enough children to run and I already registered?

If a class does not have enough children to run, we will notify you a minimum of 3 days prior to the class and will issue a full refund if the class is not going to be run.

GOT QUESTIONS?

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