I would have given zero stars if i could. They make promises and do not deliver. They're…read moreunorganized and communication is lacking. Every game we were pulling kids from Rec into a comp team. We were never given evaluations as promised. The kids were never given a position or trained. A goalie never existed we used the next age group up for our games. We never trained on our home field and maybe had 1 game there. Instead we were placed on a dusty school field where flag football was also in session. 2 tournaments are promised and we only got 1. Every game ended in Mercy with zero wins for two seasons. The last 3 games were Mercy called before or just after half time. Don't waste your time with C.K

Coastal kicks is the ideal soccer stop for children. We have had 2 of our boys enrolled in their…read moresoccer programs. Both started when they were only 3. Our coaches were always extremely patient and had a great sense of humor. It was amazing to see how they could get children that young to understand the basics of the game. We have attended practices at both the Atlantic Beach park and Sunshine Park in Jacksonville Beach. Both were great!

If your child is serious about Soccer, then the soccer Academy is where you want to be. You need…read moreto be committed since even for six-year-old practices are three nights a week and games on Saturday and training is year round. I have encountered nothing but nice qualified coaches and a dedicated director. The fields are in fantastic shape. They also take the children safety very serious. There's frequent water breaks and if lightning is anywhere in the vicinity, the siren will go off, and everyone must evacuate the fields. I couldn't be happier with our decision to play here.

My daughter has played roughly 12 seasons of recreational soccer at this club and is in her second…read moreseason of Elite Academy. I was satisfied with the recreational level, as my expectations were significantly lower considering the cost, the stated purpose of the league and the coaches being volunteers. As a result of some excellent volunteer coaching, my daughter grew her soccer skills and was encouraged to tryout for the Elite Academy. After tryouts I was contacted by a coach and my daughter was offered a spot on her team. I spoke with the coach a few times over text and phone, because I wanted to understand the level of commitment (one year versus three months in recreational) that would be required for this new level of competition, and I needed to know what I should be expecting for a significant increase in fees, roughly six times the cost of the recreational level. These conversations were productive, and I accepted the position on the team. The coach shared an agenda for the year and I was excited at the initial showing of organization, structure and knowledge. This is where all of that ended. Virtually every point on the agenda has proven to be misleading or outright false. We were told there would be two seasons with an average of 8 games per season, so far that has barely been 6; recreational plays 10 no matter what. We were told that there would be 2-3 local tournaments between the two seasons, there has only been one. In this agenda the coach specifically mentions "Communication is the key to success." Here are just a few of the various examples of coaching communication: * After committing to join the team in May, I was told the Fall season would begin sometime in August, and that the coach would tell us when practices start. August comes around, I'm expecting a text or call, something, but I get nothing. So I reach out and ask the coach when practice is going to start, she informs me it started two weeks prior. So one of your team members just hasn't come to practice for two weeks and you don't even consider reaching out to the parent? * Also in the initial conversation it was communicated to me that there would be two team practices and that as an added benefit, there would be separate and optional practices for technical and goalkeeping skills. But ultimately, they understood kids will miss practice, and if everyone is doing their best to attend, my daughter would be fine. After a few weeks of the season, it became clear that other parents were not given the same impression. This created a rift among the parents, those who were bringing their kids to every practice and those who were doing the best they could. So it was clear that expectations had been communicated differently. * The coach mentioned in the agenda there would be 2-3 local tournaments; the key word being local. The first tournament proposed by the coach was not local, it would have required at least one overnight stay. The coach later polled the parents' availability for a second tournament, but failed to mention that it was also out of town; that seems like quite a large detail to omit. * I asked the coach about breaks in between the Fall and Spring sessions, because understanding the commitment required greatly affected my decision making process. I was told there would be breaks between the two where there would be no practices. This turned out to be untrue as well. After the fall season was over, the coach said they wanted to know what day of the week would be best to 'get everyone together for a practice over the winter break.' A practice, as in singular. But one practice isn't a huge imposition, so I and the rest of the parents all agreed on Sunday. The coach almost quite literally said "Ok great, Saturday it is then!" Then a week or so later, just decided to change it to Wednesdays. Notice the plural. So there actually isn't a break between the seasons, and we don't even get to pick the day. Due in large part to this poor communication, the rift between parents became less passive and more aggressive, after just a few games into the season. At this point I reached out to the director because the lack of communication, combined with coaching that was severely lacking became too much to tolerate. I spoke with her for a fairly extended conversation; during that conversation I was essentially told that my opinions were wrong and that I didn't see what I was seeing. It seems that this club has a misconception about our relationship; they seem to think this is a doctor patient relationship, where the doctor is not to be questioned; but that couldn't be further from the truth. We have a service provider and customer relationship; I have tried several times to communicate my displeasure with the product and have been ignored, condescended or gaslit at every attempt, hence this review. I don't like wasting money or time and I especially don't when it comes to my daughter. We only have about two months left on this contract, but

I love soccer & have supported the Armada sine they came to Jax…read more The former owner has abandoned the club, they lost their downtown home-field, fired Tony Meola as coach and sold off their better players - so if you're expecting anything like what you've come to enjoy over the past few seasons, you'll be very disappointed. The Baseball Grounds was not a perfect location for soccer, but the seating was comfortable, it was in the Stadium District, and with Intuition Aleworks & Manifest Distilling all within a block - going to a game was looking to be a great night out! Their new location is Hodges Stadium at UNF. An ok place to watch collegiate soccer - very nice even pitch. But being a little on the older side, I need a seatback if I'm going to be sitting in the stands for a couple hours! The seats are also not numbered. So even though I bought tickets with seat numbers, the seats were no where to be found and many in the crowd just sat where they wanted to. The dining options at the Town Center did lessen the pain somewhat. For some reason, whoever is running the team at this point, decided that the game needed cheerleaders (trust me - it may need something, but not cheerleaders). I'm not sure how much time was spent selecting the group, but they probably spent about the same time training them - quality was less than desirable. The team - I only recognized 2 names from the previous season. The team performed modestly at best. I'm sure the location will work out well for the many soccer families that live in proximity to UNF

At an amazing Jax Armada Playoff Game. The Armada organization invested the right energy and focus…read moreinto making this a grest event. The players are playing at a high level (4-1 @ 79') and the crowd is exciting. They put on a great family friendly event that is worth attending when they play. Go ARMADA!!!!!

Son played for a great coach and a great team. Unfortunately halfway through the season all the…read morefields are in terrible shape as they do not seem to be maintained. Half the games there were no corner field markers. Multiple games at Rogers park the players did not have a bench to sit on. We have played 7/8 games with only one remaining. we had 2 decent refs the rest were not good at all. Ine seemed to have just rolled out of bed and I think he actually only used his voice in the game two times. the rest was barely pointing. He just assumed a bunch of 10 year olds would know exactly what to do. No direction was given. There was never consistency with play calling. one game let's have all the player use high kicks, next game we call every single one. Also, one game a ref yelled at me to "Shut my mouth" when I yelled that the goalie had the ball and the opposing player kept kicking at the ball right next to the goalies head. I didn't yell at the referee or kids. just an observation yell. All of this was sent into Florida Elite. nothing was said about field conditions. the response given about the ref was that he is a child referee. so before making the decision let me point out a few facts: - You are paying a lot of money and I have no idea where the money went. Not tothe field. - If you have a legitimate or complaint it will go nowhere. - If you have a child 17 year old or so referee they are allowed to disrespect parents with no repercussions.

While the professional coaches are amazing, this league is the most disorganized league I've ever…read morebeen apart of. It's ridiculously expensive, and you get nothing for what you pay. Half the time there aren't even refs. No medal at the end. Not even a tournament to try and get a medal or ribbon. The uniform kit is separate and also insanely expensive. If you do regular rec, it's definitely luck of the draw if you get a coach that even shows up. The league managers love to pick and choose who they enforce practice observation rules for. Like these aren't public parks.

Both of my children participated in your program. One of the highlights for me was that your staff…read morecame to the childcare center. My children were able to learn a sport, work as a team, learn many important character traits AND I did not have to run around town for them to do so. Most importantly, my children had fun! Each week they were so excited for "JaxKick Stars practice." The skills they learned, both athletically and personally, carried over to the the big field as they transitioned to the local recreational league. Thank you for introducing a sport at such a young age that will have a lasting positive impact on their lives."

From the owner: JaxKick Stars offer structured soccer classes for boys and girls ranging from 2 to 10 years old…read more Classes meet once a week for 30 minutes for 8 weeks session. Programs are offered in childcare centers, preschools and schools, as well as public locations. Our younger classes learn the basic skills of soccer and play fun active games both with and without the soccer ball. Our goal is to introduce soccer in a fun environment that keeps kids coming back for more! Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. All age groups will include: fitness activities, coordination, balance and agility.

I've got three kids (10, 8, and 6) who have been playing soccer since they could walk. After…read morebouncing through a few leagues over the years, JFC has been the one that actually stuck. We're going on our third year now. JFC has a bunch of programs: Rec, Bridge, Academy, Competitive. Rec League: We've had the same volunteer coaches for three years. They've all been great. No yelling, no "my kid is going to the MLS at age 9" energy. Just good people teaching kids how to play and have fun. My kids have gotten a lot better and more importantly, they actually enjoy playing. Rec uniforms aren't on any kind of cycle. You buy it once and your kid wears it until it doesn't fit anymore. Love that. Bridge Program: If your kid wants more than Rec but competitive sounds intense, Bridge is that perfect middle step. More structure, more skills, but still fun, and build confidence without getting overwhelmed. Competitive Program: My youngest is 6 and plays Competitive. The coaches are paid and trained. They've been really good with him. He's learning a ton and still comes off the field smiling, which is all I care about at this age. Uniforms (Bridge & Competitive): Those do run on a two-year cycle. They're not cheap (We Got Soccer never is), but at least you know you're good for two years. I won't sugarcoat it none of this is cheap, especially with three kids. A sibling discount would be amazing if they ever offer one. Facilities: Patton Park has good fields, one stadium field with lights, several full-size lit fields, and smaller ones. Grass is usually in great shape. Parking is a nightmare (just being honest), bathrooms are okay, and the concession stand has saved us more than once on long soccer weekends. My kids love it. The coaches have been great. The community is solid. And out of every soccer league we've tried in Jacksonville, JFC has been the one where my kids grew the most and actually had fun doing it, and that's what matters.

JFC has been the best soccer experience my three kids (10y, 8y, 6y) have had. We've tried a few…read moreleagues over the last 8 years. We found JFC 3 years ago and have stayed. The club offers several programs, some being recreational, academy, and competitive. It's a lot to navigate. On the REC side, the coaches are volunteers. We've been lucky with the volunteer coaches we gotten (and kept for the last 3 years), they've been knowledgeable, professional, and kind (not one has yelled at the kids or been disrespectfully competitive). They've kept the game fun and competitive for the kids. I've seen a lot of growth in my kids abilities and confidence. It's an added bonus that the parents are chill too. The competitive program has paid, trained coaches. I have one kid who does competitive. No complaints. The coach was good. My kid (6y) learned soccer skills and most importantly, had fun. Yes, it's expensive. A sibling discount (any discount) would be helpful if offered. Uniforms are purchased through We Got Soccer, also pricey, but unlike other leagues, JFC doesn't force you into buying new ones every year. My kids have worn the same uniforms for three years and they've held up great. The club offers a free training session for kids that also serve as informational sessions for the parents. They're essentially informational where you can talk with staff, ask questions, and learn how the programs work while the kids play. The facilities at Patton Park are solid: one lit full-size stadium field, multiple lit full-size fields, and a few unlit junior fields. The grass is usually in good shape and the environment feels professional. Parking is a beast, even with a huge lot! The bathrooms are... meh. Could definitely be better. And the on-site food concession is a nice bonus during long game days. Overall, JFC delivers good coaching and solid competition (especially if your kids want to go all the way aka college).

I really can not comment on the quality of their recreational youth leagues because I have only…read morevisited there with a team for tournaments that they host. They do put on well run events that go off on time, which makes everyone who is traveling very happy. Snack bar is good, bathrooms could use some work!

From the owner: Big Sun Youth Soccer League offers Recreational, Competitive, Elite, and Futsal soccer to the Ocala…read moreand greater area. Now in it's 40th year, BSYSL continues to provide quailty coaching and family, friendly atmosphere.