Learn2Play Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Learn2Play is a developmental program for children born in 2017, 2018, and between January 1, 2019, through April 30th, 2019.  It will teach them basic soccer skills and knowledge in a fun, safe, and positive environment.

The program takes place on Saturdays starting in Spring 2022 at Brainerd Park on Brainard Road - Lower Ball Field Entrance in Enfield, CT 06082.

It is scheduled to be an 8-week program. At this time a Spring start date has yet to be determined. There will be multiple sessions divided by age.  The sessions start in the morning and may extend into the early afternoon.

Each child will be required to wear shin guards, and bring a water bottle to each session.  Soccer cleats are recommended but sneakers can also serve as appropriate footwear.  Children can bring their own soccer ball to the sessions, however, having a soccer ball is not required. The ESA has enough soccer balls to loan each child one for use during their session, thanks again to our generous donors and sponsors. Soccer balls come in different sizes and a size 3 soccer ball is used for Learn2Play. The ESA will also be giving each child a free Learn2Play t-shirt.  We ask that your child wear a Learn2Play t-shirt every Saturday. The Learn2Play t-shirts were generously donated by our sponsors.

The first 4 weeks will consist entirely of fun soccer activities with an aim to teach the children basic soccer knowledge and skills.  Weeks 5-8 will continue to provide the children with more learning and fun soccer activities, but we will also incorporate scrimmage soccer games into each session. Scrimmage soccer games will follow a 3v3 and 4v4 format.

Yes. Due to the tremendous interest in the Learn2Play Program, in order to best facilitate soccer activities and maximize enjoyment, multiple sessions will be required on Saturdays.

The Learn2Play Program will consist of boys and girls that are ages 3 and 4 yrs old.  We will be dividing the sessions by age. With multiple sessions, we will try to group the children into age-appropriate groups. We plan on scheduling the younger children for the earlier sessions and the older children for the later sessions.

We recognize that it would be most convenient to have all of your children play in the same session. We will be dividing the sessions by age.  If they are close in age, we will do our best to accommodate them in the same session.  We will try and avoid situations where your youngest child plays in the 1^st session and then your older child has to wait for the 2nd session.

Although you can get your child’s equipment at any place of your choosing, Dick’s Sporting Goods usually has some good package deals for youth soccer. In the past, they offered promotions where you can get a soccer package that includes a pair of cleats, shin guards, and a soccer ball for about $40. There may be some upcoming discounts closer to the start of Soccer in Connecticut, so stay tuned to the website and your email for information from ESA on this.

Prior to the first session stating we will provide a map and outline parking areas.  Again it all depends on the location of the program this Fall.  The map will show where the fields will be located and where you should plan to park.

If the friend is of the same age, we will do our best to accommodate the request. Please send any friend requests to: info@enfieldsoccer.net

We still play soccer if it is cold or there is light rain. If there is severe weather, lightning, or the fields aren’t playable then we will not be playing soccer outside. If the weather is questionable, we aim to send an e-mail no later 7:30 am on Saturday morning to each family with a notification.

While playing, children are not allowed to wear jewelry or anything that could cause harm to themselves or other players. This rule includes hair beads, barrettes, and casts. A medical bracelet that is secured to the body of the participant would be the only exception.

This is not an option for the Learn2Play program. A parent or guardian must be present at all times while his/her child is participating.

Absolutely YES! While we are happy to be back on the soccer field we are not taking the COVID-19 situation lightly at all. We have put together a "Return to Play Committee" and are actively working on documentation and as well as guidelines that adhere to all federal, state, and local government guidelines as well as the guidelines provided by our governing Soccer bodies.  We will have equipment including masks, hand sanitizer, social distancing guidelines, and markers in place all throughout the sidelines and field areas.  Rest assured your child's safety is of the utmost concern to us.