Your at home soccer training guide to help players improve faster starts with your mindset. Once you have the right mentality it comes down to working on the best skill methods. Don’t waste time on silly tricks – instead focus on the key fundamentals. Note: This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.
Where to train at home
The cool part is it doesn’t matter where you train…
Every home is different in terms of where to play and what to use.
Whether the living room, driveway, garage, yard or the hallway… Find what’s best for you.
You don’t need much space!
Below you’ll find videos of me or my trainees working in a space no bigger than 5×5 yards.
“Kids who practice at home give themselves a huge advantage!”
1st touch and passing skills [all levels]
Wall passes are one of the best things to do!
Find a wall or get a rebounder like this and work 3 yards – 4 yards away from it.
This larger rebound net gives you the option to work on volleys and passing on the ground.
Practicing in a small space gives you more reps which means you’ll improve faster.
PART 1
PART 2
Aerial drills [high level]
Yes, this is a high level drill but it doesn’t mean a younger U9 player can’t practice it. It’s good to introduce this to younger players.
For the older or more advanced player, this should be something you should try and master. Meaning getting it 90% clean or better.
If you can control the ball 90-100% of the time, it doesn’t mean you are too good for it. Great players [HS – college – pro] should still work on this to stay sharp.
Dribbling at home soccer training
Work on a mix of dribbling methods.
- Stationary
- Turning sharp 180°
- Change of direction
In small spaces of 5-10 yards [hallway, living room, driveway or yard] take 1-2 touches, keeping the ball close.
*When you have *more space [20+ yards]…
Practice *running with the ball – example below
Running with the ball is taking bigger and less touches – allowing you to take more steps between touches and run faster.
It’s important to be comfortable not touching the ball while it’s at your feet.
2 different methods for home soccer training
When it comes to training solo at the house, find what’s best for you.
Some people like a schedule and choose a certain day to train. Arguably the best way is spending a few minutes with the ball morning, noon and night… Time adds up!
- Pick 1 day and spend 20-30+ minutes training on your own.
- Work with the ball 3 minutes several times throughout each day [morning – evening]. 3 minutes x 3 times per day x 7 days per week = 63 minutes per week. That’s a free private lesson!
Small progress is still progress
Agility, skills and strength
With your home soccer training you can add in agility and strength exercises.
- All you need is a 5 yard area.
- Do these agility ladder drills with and without the ball.
- Ball control – basic foundations and advanced skills
- Strength training with limited equipment.
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