Barcelona Premier Soccer Club San Antonio

★Coach Coach

This is strictly a recreational organization/club. It is not high level or in any way connected to FC Barcelona. This is good place for kids to begin their soccer journey and get basic training but that’s it. It is 1-2 steps ahead of places like YMCA. The club only competes in internal competitions which means they only play other Barcelona Premier teams spread out in their various training locations. If you are looking for an ELITE soccer club this is NOT the place. Coaches are replaced very often and the club does not have access to US Club or USYS sanctioned competitions. Beware of the year long contract as it is extremely hard to get out of if you change your mind at any point.

★★★★★Britni Bardin

My son really enjoyed his time with BPSC and loved the coaches and the friends he made! He learned a lot from the coaches!

★Axel Heredia

They have a new location at krempen Rd this is not a place for advanced soccer they mix different skill and age levels. If you are only looking for your kids to be out of the house then it’s ok but will not help to get the extra out of your kids. Uniforms are $150 The contract is only for practice if you are expecting weekend matches then you get hit with the extra $185 fee per players for 8 week tournaments but do not know what teams they play as they do not belong to a league. Beware of your free cancellation period if you really feel that it’s not for you cancel Immediately or they will take extra 3 months per player Field has really bad lighting for evening practices, and it’s only a small field for the two different groups they have so they share half and it’s not enough space, the goals netting falling. For restrooms need to go into a basketball facility that owns the field that they use for practice I do not recommend since you end up paying the same or more as other places that give you challenges to your kids

★★★★Emily Ibanez

Updated: They are really working on the communication issues. Could be a little better, but drastically improved. Location and time were changed and that seemed to solve most of the issues. This is for the 151/Potranco location. If your goal is just for your kid to stay busy and learn a couple new drills, then this is for you. If you planned on playing in a team year round, look elsewhere. First off it’s a one year commitment and you are told you will eventually have games. From the beginning it did feel more like a money grab league but my kid wanted to learn new soccer drills and improve for next school year. It was near by so we registered. We have been here months and tournaments are barely starting. They charge an extra $225 for tournaments. You are placed in a sports you team, with no other information other than “we will post game days/times Thursdays for a game Saturday” We were told today on Wednesday(more than 3 weeks after paying tournament fees and registering) that my son is not able to play this tournament (which starts this Saturday). At no point after paying the fees, being added to a group chat, submitting documents and photos for team profiles did anyone say there was not a chance they would miss out in tournaments. My son along with 3 other kids was told they couldn’t play, when they are registered on a team of 10 players. We have no idea which coach is coaching these games. Some coaches are saying there are two teams, while others are saying one team. From the beginning kids were divided into two groups with no clear reason for why some kids are placed in one group over another, learning different drills in each one. Even with the tournaments starting this weekend kids were not playing with the kids who are supposed to be in their teams, just doing general soccer drills in these two groups. A coach told us that a team was already set to play all along, which was not communicated with any parent, and that other kids were knowingly not going to be able to play. If I’d known this I’d never have registered since a team was selected before we started practicing in April. Any coach we ask tells something different and it takes days for people in charge to respond, and even then they are vague.

★★Sarah Newell

When we initially joined the soccer club's younger division (Ages 3-6), it was an outstanding experience. The coach-to-player ratios were appropriate, and my son was thriving, learning valuable skills and discipline. However, our experience took a downturn upon transitioning to the next age group. The size of the group in this older division is unmanageably large. While there are occasional instances of multiple coaches, oftentimes there's just one, making it incredibly challenging to effectively coach such a sizable group. Although the coaches demonstrate dedication and skill, the sheer number of players impedes their ability to provide individualized attention and instruction. Despite repeatedly acknowledging the issue, the club has failed to address the problem adequately. Furthermore, there are concerning behavioral issues among a player that remains unaddressed. My son (and others) have been subject to physical altercations, including being pushed down by another player, with no decisive action taken by the coaching staff. Adding to the dissatisfaction, my son's soccer ball has gone missing without resolution. While I recognize the potential for greatness within the club, as evidenced by our positive experiences in the younger division, the current situation is deeply disappointing. In conclusion, I urge the club to prioritize resolving these issues to ensure a safe and enriching environment for all players. Without meaningful improvements, it's difficult to recommend the club to others seeking a positive soccer experience for their children.