I contacted Arizona Soccer Skills Academy because my son was begging me for private soccer lessons…read moreover the summer. I spoke with Coach Rizzo on several occasions about it, and he kept trying to push us to the summer camp group sessions, which I made clear I did not want. Eventually, Coach Rizzo agreed to private lessons, and I registered and paid the $414 for 6 weekly lessons. After the first lesson, Coach Rizzo suggested we join the group sessions, which I took to mean in addition to the private lessons. Yesterday, we showed up for lesson #2, and Coach Rizzo was not there. When I texted him, he said he transferred us to the group sessions in lieu of private lessons, and when I objected and requested a refund, he said they don't issue refunds. So, it was a bait and switch, and I'm out hundreds of dollars. Their website says they offer private soccer lessons, but only if your child is good enough, apparently, yet they will gladly take your money and provide nothing in return. It should be noted we did attend a trail group session before registering AND PAYING FOR private lessons and then a group session after the first private lessons. We were less than impressed. The teenage coaches kept the kids in a tiny practice space, no even large enough to run in, and did extremely basic drills. (My son is 13 and has been playing recreational soccer for years.) My son was bored and not at all challenged. I do not recommend this organization.

This is just what we needed to kick start into soccer. My kids (8, 11) had no formal sports…read moreexperience. No worries here. Kids are grouped by skill level to practice drills & scrimmage with others. I really like the practice times/locations (Cooley middle school & Power Ranch) and the coaches (James runs the show but has many assistant coaches working with small groups). My kids understand the game now & have improved as athletes. We've referred a few friends. Great set up all around!

BEWARE..............these guys are a scam and will take your money and run…read more Since we registered our son, most of the classes were cancelled last minute and there is only 1 other kid. the "coached" are kids themselves and literally don't do anything. I can just take my son to the park and do the same. So we emailed them a few times and left a bunch of VMs to call us but not once did we get a response. And when we cancelled the rest of the sessions, they still kept taking the money( at this point they are also thieves). SO be carefully and keep away !

My kiddo started Soccer Shots at his preschool last year. I must say I was hesitant at first…read morethinking this was another way to spend money on sports that my kid probably won't like. But he loves it! I think the things that make this program great are the short classes ranging from 30-45 minutes. The coaches also cover the basics of soccer in an environment your kids are already familiar with. My kiddo often comes home showing me how he can "tick tock like a clock" (alternate his legs when kicking a ball) or how he has learned to go "fast like a bunny and slow like a turtle". The sessions are low key and they never force the kids to do anything but they are learning even when the kids choose not to participate. I highly recommend this to all my mom friends.

"Soccer Mom" is a major part of my current identity... My weekends are now spent on soccer fields…read moreacross the Valley, and despite the fact that I personally prefer baseball over soccer, I am so proud of my kids and the skills they are learning from playing soccer! That being said, Paloma Soccer Complex is one of the places that my son plays on occasion. It's nothing super special... If memory serves, the parking lot can be a challenge and I've had to park in the way back past the paved area on a dirt lot and make the trek back to the fields... I also think that porta-potties are the only option for a bathroom and there is no concession (or at least there wasn't when I've been for tournaments). I will update next visit, however! Go with low expectations and you'll be just fine!

The fields are ok. The parking sucks. There are absolutely no shade trees. The AZ sun is not…read morenatural. Shade trees are a must. I guess on a positive note, I've never been robbed or stabbed while attending soccer matches here. There is a church on the property. If i were stabbed here, does that mean I'd go straight to heaven? Or does it mean that the bad guy immediately gets forgiven for stabbing me? I'm not sure if I'm comfortable at these soccer fields anymore. I prefer the GYSA fields or Reach 11.

Only complaint is they could use better marked fields. Been coming for years and still get…read moreconfused. Then again, I AM directionally challenged. Overall, glad for nearby location for my kiddos to learn and grow!

Watching the granddaughters soccer practice! Beautiful night too!…read moreOnce the sun went down it got a little chilly! Girls love soccer

The training schedule is good, the training is good, but the down time is boring. They won't let…read moreyou use the facilities because of "COVID" so there is a lot of sitting around in your single room. If they can schedule training time then they can schedule something to do in the down time. Both my brother and I were here under RSL and it seemed more organized and planned. I understand the COVID issues but this is an easy fix. Not sure I'll bother coming back for a second visit this year. Disappointing.

I'm going to be honest. I was here for a year at the academy after getting accepted from a camp at…read morethe resort. The faculties are great considering they are in the middle of the desert. Food was not great, and got old very quickly after a few months. There was nothing around to do because of how secluded it was. I would sit for hours and have many incredibly boring hours of free time even during the school year. The training itself was decent, but nothing you can't get from a local competitive club team. The tryouts were very selective, considering that most of the teams were already selected before the first round of tryouts even arrived. It was very unorganized in that manner. The education is online mainly and you usually finish classes early making it even more boring. I have had friends who had left after a year because it was so boring when no school or trainer IMG was going on. Another thing that disappointed me was that they never would openly share anything about the tuition of the academy, which was around 30000 before the affiliation with FC Barcelona when the tuition shot up. We didn't even get to keep the shirts from the tryouts. The "evaluation" at the end of the tryouts was very general and not helpful at all, as anything the coach said could have been generalized to any player. They didn't even have trainers on the field for a majority of the tryout. Overall, I would not recommend spending the money to send your kid to the Grande Sports Academy. Not worth it.

- A Fantastic League for Players and Fans Alike…read more The Arizona Major Soccer League is an outstanding example of what a well-organized, community-focused sports league should be. The level of play is impressive, with competitive matches that showcase true talent, passion, and sportsmanship. Whether you're on the field or in the stands, the energy is contagious. What truly sets the league apart is its commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for players of all backgrounds. The staff and organizers are professional, supportive, and clearly dedicated to growing the sport at a high level within Arizona. From the smooth scheduling to the quality of the facilities, everything feels thoughtfully managed. For anyone looking to play competitive soccer or simply enjoy high-level matches locally, the Arizona Major Soccer League is an easy five-star experience.

This is an awesome 6v6 outdoor league ran by some great People have played…read moreIn it for a 6 months now! Also Pretty competitive with 3 different levels!

Love a locally owned sports store these days and Soccer Post Arrowhead is no exception…read more.. When I told some soccer friends that my daughter had a game a Pioneer Park in Peoria, they suggested we stop by this nearby store to look for some new cleats. After a bit of research (ie: on their website), I learned that "Soccer Post is the largest retail specialty soccer chain in the United States, and that Soccer Post Arrowhead is a family-owned and operated store for soccer players and enthusiasts of all ages." While unfortunately, we left our visit empty handed due to the cleats my daughter wanted not being in stock in her size, I was pleased with the overall selection, friendly staff, prices, etc... I would definitely return if in the area and in need of soccer stuff!

Good selection of shoes and had the size we were needing!! Employee working was super helpful.read more

We love this premier sports complex. My son has had a few tournaments here and it's definitely our…read morefavorite. The kids feel like they are playing like they are in the big leagues! There is a $5 gate fee for anyone over the age of 16. They have 8 fields which have been built as replicas of famous ballparks and the field offers stadium style seating. Sliders sports grill is located on the north and south side of the complex. You can watch your childs game from inside of the restaurant from the windows, which is pretty awesome. You don't have to miss your child's game if you're grabbing a bite to eat or needing to go inside to cool off. Bring some cash for their gaming machines inside of the restaurant. The bar only offers seltzers and beer. Their Ben's soft pretzels are the best! If you like white queso, get a side of this for your pretzel, yum! We have enjoyed all of their food, so far nothing was bad. If your child needs some batting practice, check out their batting cages near the main entrance of the park. They have a playground located next to the south restaurant. This is a plus for children who are not in a tournament to entertain themselves. I do wish there was a playground next to the north restaurant. My son usually plays on north side so my 5 year old can't go over to the playground unless someone is willing to supervise. The complex also offers your indoor sports programs year around. They offer indoor soccer league play, soccer skills training, lacrosse, preschool classes and yoga. See you in the near future!

04/11/2026 I had never been to this ballpark before. It…read morereally sets the standard for me. It has large fields with fun backdrops, an indoor restaurant with seats by the window so you can enjoy the game with air conditioning on those hot AZ days, and indoor bathrooms! They also serve beer, including a couple of craft beers on draft. That was exciting to me because I've never been able to drink a beer while watching a girls' softball tournament. I got a hazy IPA from Four Peaks, along with chicken tenders and fries. The chicken was good. Fries were lightly battered, which is not my preference, but they were still pretty good. Finished my food inside, but went back out to the stadium seats because you can't hear the game from inside, so it wasn't as exciting to watch. Notes: -For any tournaments hosted by outside organizations (not the town of Gilbert), there is a $5 fee at the gate for non-Gilbert residents age 16 and over. They do ask to see ID. -Online it says no food or drink allowed, except for water.