Soccer That Fits Your Schedule
Christ ELC families get exclusive access to on-site HappyFeet soccer — classes happen during the school day so there is no extra trip for parents.
Not Your Typical Soccer Class
No drills. No lines. No kid waiting for a turn. Just story-driven games where every child is moving, laughing, and learning — right at their own school on 39th St S.
Per Month
No registration fees. No equipment to buy. Soccer ball included. First class free.
Ages Served
Age-appropriate cohorts. Younger children focus on coordination and fun, older kids build real skills.
Ball Touches
Per session. Every child has their own ball — nobody waits in line.
Why Independence Parents Choose Christ ELC
Christ Early Learning Center combines faith-based early childhood education with on-site HappyFeet soccer — exclusively for enrolled students. Classes during school hours mean zero extra driving for Independence, Blue Springs, and Grain Valley families.
Save Hours Every Week
No driving to separate soccer facilities. No rearranging your evening or weekend. Soccer happens while your child is already at school on 39th St S.
Comfortable, Familiar Environment
Your child learns soccer in a setting they already know, with classmates they see every day. Less first-day anxiety means more focus on the ball.
Faith-Based Values + Play-Based Soccer
Christ ELC builds character through faith, community, and structured learning. HappyFeet soccer complements this by teaching teamwork and sportsmanship in a supportive group setting.
Pathway to KC Legends
When your child is ready for competitive soccer around age 6–7, HappyFeet provides a direct pathway to KC Legends Soccer Club (ages 6–18).
A Typical HappyFeet Class at Christ ELC
Adventure Starts
Coach introduces the story. Bob the Bobcat needs help — and the kids set off through imaginative challenges to find his soccer ball.
Games & Movement
Kids dribble, shoot, run, and laugh — all within the story. Every child has a ball. Nobody waits in line.
Victory & Cool-Down
High-fives all around. Coach shares one thing each child did well. Kids leave smiling and asking when soccer day comes again.
About Christ Early Learning Center
A faith-grounded early childhood center operated by Christ United Methodist Church, serving Independence families with infant through after-school care. HappyFeet soccer is offered on-site, exclusively for enrolled students.
About HappyFeet Kansas City
Since 2003, HappyFeet has introduced thousands of Kansas City toddlers to soccer through imaginative, play-based learning. Our unique curriculum uses storytelling and games to develop coordination, confidence, and a love for physical activity.
We partner with quality schools like Christ Early Learning Center to bring soccer directly to families — because we know busy parents need solutions that fit their lives, not add more complexity.
HappyFeet is the official feeder program for KC Legends Soccer Club, providing a seamless pathway from first touches (ages 2–6) to competitive youth soccer (ages 6–18).
Ready to Try a Class at Christ ELC?
First class is free. No commitment. No pressure.
On-site at Christ Early Learning Center during school hours — zero extra driving for enrolled families.
Questions? Call us at (913) 851-9898
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Christ Early Learning Center offer soccer classes?
Yes. Christ Early Learning Center partners with HappyFeet Kansas City to offer on-site soccer exclusively for enrolled students. Classes happen during school hours on the 39th St S campus — no extra driving required.
How much is HappyFeet soccer at Christ Early Learning Center?
HappyFeet costs $50 per month. That includes weekly professional instruction and a soccer ball for your child to keep. No hidden fees, no equipment to buy separately.
What ages can participate in soccer at Christ Early Learning Center?
HappyFeet classes at Christ Early Learning Center are available for enrolled children ages 2 through 6. Classes are age-appropriate — younger children focus on coordination and fun through imaginative play, while older children develop more advanced technical skills.
Do I need to drive my child to soccer if they attend Christ Early Learning Center?
No. Soccer happens right on the Christ Early Learning Center campus during school hours. Your pickup time and routine stay exactly the same — you simply pick up a child who has already had soccer class.
What is the HappyFeet to KC Legends pathway?
HappyFeet Kansas City is the official feeder program for KC Legends Soccer Club. When your child is ready — typically around age 6–7 — they can transition seamlessly from HappyFeet’s foundational curriculum into KC Legends’ recreational or competitive soccer programs, all with skills already in place.
Christ Early Learning Center • Independence, MO HappyFeet Kansas City • Est. 2003