by City Parks Foundation
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Free co-ed youth soccer clinics where coaches teach passing, dribbling and shooting through drills and informal scrimmages. Standout players are invited to end-of-season tournaments.
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Spring (late Apr–Jun) and fall sessions; summer beginner program
Free; register online
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Ages 5–12.
Free; register online
Spring (late Apr–Jun) and fall sessions; summer beginner program
Roy Wilkins Park, Baisley Blvd & 177th St, 11434, in St. Albans, Queens.
No. CityParks Soccer at Roy Wilkins Park is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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