7 Tips for Being an Awesome Soccer Parent
Find out how to support your child with their soccer classes. Bring out their best and encourage a lifelong love of sport.
Why Soccer has Amazing Health Benefits for Your Child
Playing soccer isn’t just fun and games! We are building healthy minds and bodies. Find out all the benefits for your child when they come and have fun at Soccer Buddies.
The Best Holiday Activities to Check out in West Michigan
Winter is here and West Michigan offers some very special ways to enjoy our winter wonderland! It may be cold outside but these fun holiday events will definitely warm you and your little hearts with love and joy!
Six Fantastic and Simple Fall Activities for your Toddler (that you will love, too!)
Try out our simple and easy fall activities for kids and toddlers. Soccer Buddies loves keeping kids active and learning while having fun!
Three West Michigan Family Friendly Spots to Check Out this Fall!
Get your fall on with these family friendly activities!
Dive into Art Prize this Fall!
Art Prize is HERE! Click to learn more about this popular West Michigan event
14 Kid Approved Movies for Fall Afternoons Spent Indoors
The perfect rainy day movie list!
Five West Michigan Ice Cream Shops That are Worth the Drive
It’s above 40 in Michigan so that means it is time for ICE CREAM! As our favorite local spots start to reopen for the season and with warmer weather on the horizon, we could not think of a better tasty treat to end our day with! Below is the Soccer Buddies short list of Local West Michigan Ice Cream Shops that are Worth the Drive
40 Kid-Approved Fan Favorite Books Guaranteed to Get Your Little Reading This Month
Make every month reading month with these must read children’s books!
The Four Major Developmental Benefits of Play Time
Even the youngest littles benefit from routine daily play time which is why many programs (including ours!) offer mommy and me classes for babies. Most parents know that play matters but why exactly is playtime so important?
7 Day Trips and Ideas to Enjoy Your Memorial Day Weekend This Year!
Need some Memorial Day Ideas? Check out the Soccer Buddies approved list of things to do this weekend below!
Three Recipes That Are Picky Eater Approved
Have a child that refuses to eat anything but PB & J sandwiches? No problem! Here are some quick and easy snacks to help your child try new foods!
Does Your Child Spend Too Much Time on a Screen?
The use of phones, smartwatches, video games, tablets, and computers have facilitated our lives on various levels, but how does this affect us negatively? More specifically, our children?
At-Home Tips: Much Needed Snack Time
Everybody knows the importance of a well-balanced diet and it is no different for toddlers. According to the Prime Health Channel, healthy eating for toddlers plays a role in growth and building a strong immune system. Below is a healthy and fun snack for the summer days ahead.
At-Home Tips: Sidewalk Chalk Soccer Ball Challenge
Many kids first learn to hold the soccer ball in their hands as they walk or run. Using your hands instead of your feet at first is OKAY. It is actually one of the first skills we see develop on the field at Soccer Buddies.
At-Home Tips: Outdoor Color Sorting
Getting outside is important for all kids, even at the 15 months - 2 age group. According to the Child Mind Institute, being outside encourages creativity, movement and provides different stimulation
Soccer Buddies At-Home Tips Part One: Color Sorting
At Soccer Buddies, our mission is to keep your little ones active, healthy, and happy! Given that school looks a little different this year (and more virtual), our team wanted to provide families with tips and tricks to help keep your littles active and learning at home.
Three Great Reminders For Parents During Challenging Times
As a parent of young kids, we all know that each day can be exhausting, emotional, and rewarding all in the exact same moment. We have many roles to fill from being our children’s chef to nurse and the millions of other things in between