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Beginners Only Program

 

A safe, no-judgment space to learn, get fit, and make friends—guided by experienced coaches. Register to play below.

 

Adult Beginner Soccer in Atlanta

 

What is Beginners Only?

 

Beginners Only is a coach-led soccer program built for adults who want to learn the game in a fun, low-pressure way.


Each week, you’ll train with supportive coaches who focus on movement, teamwork, and game understanding — not just drills. You’ll laugh, sweat, and build confidence as you learn soccer from the ground up.


Think of it as a friendly mix of practice and play: structured enough to help you improve, but casual enough to feel like recess. 😇 No judgment, no pressure — just good vibes, nice people, and genuine progress.

 

Who is Beginners Only for?

 

  • Ages 18 to 75 (yes, really)
  • Anyone who’s never played before or hasn’t touched a ball in years
  • People who want to get active without the intensity of a league
  • Folks who want to meet new people while doing something fun

 

No experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to try. In fact, you’re not allowed to be good! We’ll help you move up whenever you’re ready.

 

How It Works

 

LevelFocusWhat You'll Do
1 & 2Basics55 min sessions over 8 weeks — warmups, drills, mini scrimmages, rules, strategy
3BeginnerBuilds on basics, more game play, low-pressure scrimmages

 

Starting at Level 1 is recommended, especially if it’s your first real exposure to structured soccer.

 

🔁 Repeat any level as many times as you want, no rush to “graduate.” Everyone improves at their own pace.

 

📈 Whenever you feel ready to progress to leagues, you can move into our “protected” bottom division in our Thursday Coed League, a bridge between learning and full competition.

 

 

Register to Play

 
Soccer
  Outdoor | Turf - Rosters up to 15 Players

Winter 2026 | Thu Coaching | Beginners Only

More Info
More Info

🙈 YOU’RE NOT ALLOWED TO BE GOOD!

🤝 MEET NEW BEGINNER FRIENDS

🙌 GET EXERCISE & LEARN SOCCER

Join us for friendly, organized, newbie-oriented, Coach-led soccer on premium intown turf fields. Sign up on your own as an Individual, and invite a friend to play together if you'd like. View all Beginners Only seasons »

WHO IS BEGINNERS ONLY FOR?

- People who have never played soccer before
- People who have tried soccer but only briefly or a long time ago
- People who want to get exercise and learn a new sport
- Anyone who wants to make new friends

😇 We designed our Beginners Only program specifically for folks new to the game, with very little experience, or who might otherwise feel nervous to try. You are literally not allowed to be good (if you accidentally are, we'll recommend a better league fit and transfer your registration). You're guaranteed to be amongst others just as inexperienced, and we bet you'll meet nice people too.

*Schedule Note: Locations and times for each week's sessions may vary, and will be assigned based on current field availability. If you can't make some weeks, no worries - we email practice session recaps to everyone.

*Teams Note: We cannot always accommodate small group requests of more than 3 or 4 players on the same team.

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🥲 This is a strict no-judgment, no-embarrassment zone for people who want to learn the game and build their confidence, and we will ensure it remains that way! Beginners Only is about supporting and encouraging fellow players, not winning.

✅ We highly recommend starting with Level 1! Players with a little experience but who are not good may start in Level 3 if they're already familiar with the fundamentals of soccer.

🐣 LEVELS 1 & 2

Levels 1 & 2 are an introduction to the rules and fundamentals of soccer. Each level includes 55-minute Coach-led practices over 8 weeks, with a combination of warmups, skills & drills, strategy, and short scrimmages. These are designed to be completed over back-to-back seasons, and are a requirement for all players who've never played before.

🐤 LEVEL 3

Level 3 builds on the fundamentals and skills acquired in Levels 1 & 2, adding longer scrimmage play. Includes 55-minute Coach-led practices and longer scrimmages, alternating weekly. Scrimmages will be low stakes, without goalkeepers (we use waist-height goals).

🐥 POST-GRADUATION

For graduating Beginners looking to take the next step and play games every week, we now offer a “protected” bottom division of our Thursday Coed league, only available to teams who have graduated from Beginners Only and those playing at the lowest possible skill level! This division features an identical game experience to other league divisions, including regular goals, goalkeepers, standings, and referees.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

- 8 Weeks of Coaching Sessions
- 55 Mins Per Week
- Premium Artificial Grass Turf Fields
- Stadium Lighting for Night Sessions
- SOPFC Mobile App 📲
- Certified Coaches
- On-Site Field Managers
- Quality, Turf-Specific Game Balls
- Direct Support for Youth Community Programs**

**A portion of all team dues goes directly to support the athletic programs of the high schools where we play, as well as our Young Entrepreneurs Program.

1.8, 1.15, 1.22, 1.29, 2.5, 2.12, 2.19, 2.26

8:00 PM, 8:30 PM, 8:55 PM, 9:25 PM

 
Soccer
  Outdoor | Turf - Rosters up to 15 Players

Winter 2026 | Sat Coaching | Beginners Only

More Info
More Info

🙈 YOU’RE NOT ALLOWED TO BE GOOD!

🤝 MEET NEW BEGINNER FRIENDS

🙌 GET EXERCISE & LEARN SOCCER

Join us for friendly, organized, newbie-oriented, Coach-led soccer on premium intown turf fields. Sign up on your own as an Individual, and invite a friend to play together if you'd like. View all Beginners Only seasons »

WHO IS BEGINNERS ONLY FOR?

- People who have never played soccer before
- People who have tried soccer but only briefly or a long time ago
- People who want to get exercise and learn a new sport
- Anyone who wants to make new friends

😇 We designed our Beginners Only program specifically for folks new to the game, with very little experience, or who might otherwise feel nervous to try. You are literally not allowed to be good (if you accidentally are, we'll recommend a better league fit and transfer your registration). You're guaranteed to be amongst others just as inexperienced, and we bet you'll meet nice people too.

*Schedule Note: Locations and times for each week's sessions may vary, and will be assigned based on current field availability. If you can't make some weeks, no worries - we email practice session recaps to everyone.

*Teams Note: We cannot always accommodate small group requests of more than 3 or 4 players on the same team.

[Show More Link]

🥲 This is a strict no-judgment, no-embarrassment zone for people who want to learn the game and build their confidence, and we will ensure it remains that way! Beginners Only is about supporting and encouraging fellow players, not winning.

✅ We highly recommend starting with Level 1! Players with a little experience but who are not good may start in Level 3 if they're already familiar with the fundamentals of soccer.

🐣 LEVELS 1 & 2

Levels 1 & 2 are an introduction to the rules and fundamentals of soccer. Each level includes 55-minute Coach-led practices over 8 weeks, with a combination of warmups, skills & drills, strategy, and short scrimmages. These are designed to be completed over back-to-back seasons, and are a requirement for all players who've never played before.

🐤 LEVEL 3

Level 3 builds on the fundamentals and skills acquired in Levels 1 & 2, adding longer scrimmage play. Includes 55-minute Coach-led practices and longer scrimmages, alternating weekly. Scrimmages will be low stakes, without goalkeepers (we use waist-height goals).

🐥 POST-GRADUATION

For graduating Beginners looking to take the next step and play games every week, we now offer a “protected” bottom division of our Thursday Coed league, only available to teams who have graduated from Beginners Only and those playing at the lowest possible skill level! This division features an identical game experience to other league divisions, including regular goals, goalkeepers, standings, and referees.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

- 8 Weeks of Coaching Sessions
- 55 Mins Per Week
- Premium Artificial Grass Turf Fields
- Stadium Lighting for Night Sessions
- SOPFC Mobile App 📲
- Certified Coaches
- On-Site Field Managers
- Quality, Turf-Specific Game Balls
- Direct Support for Youth Community Programs**

**A portion of all team dues goes directly to support the athletic programs of the high schools where we play, as well as our Young Entrepreneurs Program.

1.10, 1.17, 1.24, 1.31, 2.7, 2.14, 2.21, 2.28

9:30 AM, 10:25 AM, 10:55 AM

 

FAQs & Reassurances

 

I’ll probably be the worst one there…
You’ll be among others who just started. We’ve built our culture around support, not competition.
 

What if I’m accidentally good?
We’ll happily move you into a better-fitting league so you don’t feel held back.
 

What if I miss a week?
Practice recaps will keep you caught up — no pressure, no penalties.
 

Can I sign up with a friend?
Yes — you can register as an individual or as a small group.

 

 

Beginners Only Photos

Browse photos from selected previous seasons.

 
02.22.25 // Saturday // Carver HS
Photo Gallery
02.22.25 // Sat Beginners
19 photos
 
07.11.24 // Thursday // Carver HS
Photo Gallery
07.11.24 // Thu Beginners Level 1
36 photos
 
07.11.24 // Thursday // Maynard Jackson HS
Photo Gallery
07.11.24 // Thu Beginners Level 2
39 photos
 
05.02.24 // Thursday // Carver HS
Photo Gallery
05.02.24 // Thu Beginners
84 photos