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

Make every month reading month with these must read children’s books!

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?

Need some Memorial Day Ideas? Check out the Soccer Buddies approved list of things to do this weekend below!

“Half of Americans are not getting the sleep they need” – I am sure everyone has heard this statistic before.  With work obligations, family situations, and whirling thoughts about upcoming presentations or long to-do lists, sleep can be elusive at best. 

Soccer Buddies will push your kiddos to work all of their muscles within one class! Kids need to replenish their energy through the food they eat during the day so that they continue to excel in their extracurricular activities.

This week our Partner Spotlight features Social Cookie Media! Social Cookie is a marketing agency that offers training, insights, and strategies for business big and small and is also Soccer Buddies’ sister company.

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.

With summer on the horizon, water activities and bubbles are the perfect (and easy!) way to engage little ones.

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.