Soccer That Fits Your Schedule
St. John’s 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 45 minutes of story-driven games where every child is moving, laughing, and learning — right at their own school on Ward Parkway.
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 Ward Parkway Parents Choose St. John’s
St. John’s UMC Preschool combines the nationally recognized Frog Street Curriculum with on-site HappyFeet soccer — exclusive for enrolled students. Classes during school hours mean zero extra driving for Ward Parkway, Brookside, Waldo, and Prairie Village families.
Save Hours Every Week
No driving to a separate soccer facility. No rearranging your evening or weekend. Soccer happens while your child is already at school on Ward Parkway.
Comfortable, Familiar Environment
Your child learns soccer in a familiar setting with classmates they already know. Less first-day anxiety means more focus on the ball.
Frog Street Curriculum Meets Play-Based Soccer
St. John’s emphasis on purposeful play and active engagement aligns naturally with HappyFeet’s imagination-driven soccer curriculum — both programs are built around how young children actually learn.
Pathway to More
When your child is ready for competitive soccer, HappyFeet provides a direct pathway to KC Legends Soccer Club (ages 6–18).
A Typical HappyFeet Class at St. John’s
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 St. John’s UMC Preschool
Serving Kansas City families since 1975 with research-based Frog Street Curriculum education. 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 St. John’s UMC Preschool to bring soccer directly to families — because busy parents need solutions that fit into 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 St. John’s?
First class is free. No commitment. No pressure.
On-site at St. John’s UMC Preschool during school hours — zero extra driving for enrolled families.
Or call us at (913) 851-9898
Frequently Asked Questions
Does St. John’s UMC Preschool offer soccer classes?
Yes. St. John’s UMC Preschool partners with HappyFeet Kansas City to offer on-site soccer exclusively for enrolled students. Classes happen during school hours on the Ward Parkway campus — no extra driving required.
How much is HappyFeet soccer at St. John’s UMC Preschool?
HappyFeet soccer at St. John’s UMC Preschool 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. First class is free.
What ages can participate in soccer at St. John’s UMC Preschool?
HappyFeet classes at St. John’s UMC Preschool are available for children ages 2–6. The curriculum is 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 St. John’s UMC Preschool?
No. Soccer happens right on the St. John’s UMC Preschool 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, with skills already in place. Learn more about KC Legends.
St. John’s UMC Preschool • Est. 1975 HappyFeet Kansas City • Est. 2003