{"id":16481,"date":"2026-02-17T11:09:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T16:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsengine-develop.go-vip.net\/detcityfc\/?page_id=16481"},"modified":"2026-03-31T13:02:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T17:02:24","slug":"foundations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sportsengine-develop.go-vip.net\/detcityfc\/foundations\/","title":{"rendered":"Foundations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped is-style-rectangular wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"our-six-week-program-helps-youth-develop-foundational-soccer-skills-in-a-fun-family-centered-environment-kids-gain-a-basic-understanding-of-soccer-while-encouraging-growth-and-development-in-other-areas\">&#8220;Detroit City FC\u2019s Foundations program for ages 4 &amp; 5 is the next step for players graduating from TOTS and the ideal starting point for players new to soccer or new to DCFC.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Players develop core skills by learning the five parts of the foot, gaining more independence on the ball, and engaging in small-group play. Sessions focus on confidence, coordination, and understanding how to play with others in a fun, supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Upcoming Sessions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Spring Session I<br><\/strong>Saturdays \u2013 April 18 &#8211; May 30 <br>9:30 AM | 10:30 AM<br>(1-hour classes)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong>No classes May 23<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Sessions take place outdoors at<br>Lafayette Plaisance Park<br>(1592 Antietam Ave, Detroit, MI 48207)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/detcityfieldhouse.leagueapps.com\/classes\/4711728-foundations-4-5-years-old\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REGISTER NOW!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-almost-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-almost-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ages &amp; Program Pathway<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Foundations (4 -5 years)<\/strong>:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A natural next step for children who have enjoyed TOTS and are ready for more structured play. Sessions focus on skill-building, teamwork, and confidence while keeping soccer fun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 years<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Intermediate level; children begin exploring soccer independently, learning basic skills and games without a parent nearby.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5 years <\/strong>&#8211; Independent level; children begin to establish a foundational skillset that they can carry with them into Futures or travel soccer.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><br>Why DCFC Youth?<br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DCFC Youth City is committed to making soccer accessible, inclusive, and community-focused. 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