Clinics

Santa Barbara Soccer Club’s Clinics provide the perfect environment for young players of all levels to develop their soccer skills in a fun, positive, and encouraging atmosphere.

Designed for players in U-5 to U-8 (Birth Years 2021–2018), this clinic gives younger recreational players the opportunity to experience the Santa Barbara SC training environment while building confidence, creativity, and a strong technical foundation.
 
Led by our club-level coaches, the curriculum focuses on the individual skills needed to become a more complete player, including ball mastery, attacking creativity, decision-making, and 1v1 ability.
 

Ages: Open to U5 – U8 age groups

Birth Years: 2021–2018 

Dates: September 1st – November 3rd, 2026 

Schedule: Every Tuesday 

Time: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM 

Location: Girsh Park Turf Field 

Sessions: One 45-minute training session per week 

Duration: 10 Weeks

Each session will focus on:
  • 1v1 attacking and defending skills
  • Ball mastery and confidence on the ball
  • Dribbling techniques and creativity
  • Changes of direction and speed
  • Building comfort in game-like situations
  • This clinic is open to both boys and girls.
  • All sessions are designed to be age-appropriate and developmentally focused.
  • Training groups may be adjusted based on age, ability level, and number of registered participants to ensure the best possible learning environment.
  • All fees must be paid in full online at registration. A 3% credit card service fee is not included in the registration price.
We look forward to welcoming your player to Santa Barbara Soccer Club and helping them continue to grow their love for the beautiful game!
Cost: $200
 
  • Registration includes a Santa Barbara SC training shirt for all participants. (Shorts and socks are not included.)
  • Players are expected to wear their Santa Barbara SC training shirt to all clinic sessions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FALL 2026

Contact the Director of Recreational Programs at anthony@santabarbarasc.org

FAQs

How do I check in?

  • First week only: Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to clinic start time to check-in, collect your training shirt, and meet your coach. 

Where/When do I collect my training shirt?

  • Collect your shirt at the check-in table on site at your first scheduled clinic session.  (Included in price of clinic program.)

What should I wear to clinic?

  • The clinic training shirt is required for all clinic sessions. Athletes must provide their own athletic shorts, socks, cleats, and shinguards. 

Can I request to be in the same session as my friend?

  • Simply fill in the friend request section on the registration form with the names of players you’d like to be grouped with.
  • If the friends are the same birth year (or very close in age) this is typically not a problem. 
  • We cannot guarantee all requests but always try our best to accommodate. 

What time will my clinic session be?

  • Your athlete will be assigned a clinic time no later than 1 week prior to clinic start date. Groupings and session times are dependent on the age of the athletes that register so we cannot provide more specific session times until after registration is closed. 

Am I guaranteed the day(s) I register for?

  • Yes. Simply mark the specific day(s) on the form that you plan to attend. In the event that your athlete’s age group does not receive enough interest for the day you select, you will be eligible to receive a full refund. 

Who coaches the practices?  

  • Clinics are lead by our club level coaches. You can learn more about our Clinic Director, Brian Hessinger, above.

Do you offer a sibling discount?

  • Yes, $10 off each additional child will be automatically applied at checkout. 

Are the Friday night games included in this program?

  • No, if you’d like to join the recreation league for a game experience, you will need to register for the league separately. CLICK HERE to learn more.

What is the refund and cancellation policy?

  • All payments are non-refundable unless Santa Barbara SC cancels the clinics.