Programs for ages 0–5 including soccer, flag football, tee-ball, cheer, and more
Someone recently asked me if there are any basketball programs for a 4-year-old in Columbia, TN, and it got me thinking. (Spoiler alert: basketball doesn’t open until spring.) Even though we’re in the middle of summer, fall sports sign-ups are already underway.
It hadn’t crossed my mind since my daughter isn’t quite old enough for most of these programs, but I realized other parents with toddlers and preschoolers might be searching too. So I pulled together everything I could find about local sports opportunities this fall, specifically for families with kids ages 0–5 in Columbia and Spring Hill, TN.
I’ve done my best to include everything that’s open to toddlers and preschoolers this fall, but some youth leagues don’t post updates on a regular basis. A few only share information through schools, flyers, or private social media pages, so there’s a chance I’ve missed something.
You also might recognize a few of these from my summer activity guide. Some programs run year-round and welcome kids as young as 18 months, which is great if you’re just starting to explore organized activities.
To stay true to my goal of focusing on local activities, this guide covers Columbia and Spring Hill only. I know there are more programs out there in Franklin or Nashville, but I wanted to keep things manageable and relevant for families nearby.
SOCCER
Program: Columbia Soccer Association – Tiny Toes
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–4
Cost: $120 (includes jersey); $10 late fee after August 17
Season: Fall 2025 (Saturdays)
Registration: Open through August 17, 2025
Website: columbiasoccer.org
Program: Spring Hill Hawks Soccer
Location: Spring Hill, TN
Ages: 3–4 (U4 Division)
Cost: $150 (includes jersey, shorts, socks)
Season: August 23 – October 11, 2025 (Saturdays)
Registration: Open now
Website: springhillsports.com
TEE-BALL
Program: Columbia American Little League – Fall Ball
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 4–5
Cost: Approx. $125 (includes jersey and hat)
Season: Late August – Mid October 2025
Registration: July 11th – August 1st
Website: columbiaamerican.com
FLAG FOOTBALL
Program: Columbia Academy – CAYFL Jr. K & Kindergarten Flag Football
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: Jr. K & Kindergarten
Cost: $140
Season: August 10 – September 20, 2025 (Sundays)
Registration: Open now – register as a Free Agent (spots may be limited)
Website: cabulldogs.org
Program: Titans NFL Flag Football – Columbia
Location: Eva Gilbert Park, Columbia, TN
Ages: 4–14
Cost: $125 + processing fee
Season: September 14 – November 16, 2025 (Sundays)
Registration: Open through August 10, 2025
Website: titansflagfootball.com
CHEERLEADING
Program: Columbia Academy – CAYFL Elementary Cheer
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: Jr. K & Kindergarten
Cost: Contact for pricing
Season: August 10 – September 20, 2025 (Sundays)
Registration: Open now (may already be full)
Website: Email CAflagcheer@gmail.com to register or inquiry
Program: Champion Force Athletics – Columbia
Location: Game Time Sports & Training, Columbia, TN
Ages: 4–6 (D1)
Cost: $10 per week
Season: August 18 – December 15, 2025 (Mondays)
Registration: Open now
Website: championforce.com
Program: Premier Athletics – Cheer/Tumble
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 4–5
Cost: Tuition-based
Season: Year-round
Schedule:
- Mondays, 4:00–4:45 PM (waitlisted)
- Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 PM (waitlisted)
- Wednesdays, 5:00–5:45 PM (open)
Registration: Multiple sessions available
Website: premierathleticscolumbia.com
Program: Champion Force Athletics – Spring Hill
Location: Burn Boot Camp, Spring Hill, TN
Ages: 4–6 (D1)
Cost: $10 per week
Season: August 17 – December 14, 2025 (Sundays)
Registration: Open now
Website: championforce.com
BASKETBALL (Planning Ahead for Spring)
Program: Columbia Academy Youth Basketball League (CAYBL)
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 4+ (Pre-K and up)
Cost: Approx. $85–$100
Season: Spring 2026 (January–March)
Registration: Opens late fall 2025
Website: Info usually shared via Columbia Academy newsletters and social media closer to registration. You can check it out here though.
DANCE (COLUMBIA ONLY)
To keep this list manageable, dance programs are limited to Columbia-based options. There are many more studios in surrounding areas, but this guide focuses on what’s available locally for younger kids.
Program: Columbia Dance Academy – First Steps Program
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 2–6
Cost: Varies by class
Season: Begins September 2, 2025
Registration: Open now
Website: columbiadance.net
Class Options:
- Creative Movement (age 2)
- Pre-Ballet and Tap (ages 3–4)
- Intro to Ballet and Tap (ages 5–6)
- Little Bit Hip (ages 5–6)
Program: Building Block School for the Arts – Creative Movement
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–4
Cost: Tuition includes performance and costume fees (shoes not included)
Season: August 18, 2025 – June 12, 2026 (Thursdays, 6:15–6:45 PM)
Registration: Open now
Website: buildingblockarts.com
Program: Premier Athletics – Preschool Dance 101 (This class is part of Premier’s Little Explorers preschool program.)
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–5
Cost: Tuition-based
Season: Year-round
Schedule: Mondays, 5:00–5:45 PM
Registration: Open now
Website: premierathleticscolumbia.com
GYMNASTICS (COLUMBIA ONLY)
To keep this list manageable, gymnastics programs are limited to Columbia-based options. There are many more studios in surrounding areas, but this guide focuses on what’s available locally for younger kids.
Program: Discovery Gymnastics – Preschool Classes
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 18 months – 5 years
Cost:
- $58/month for 45-minute Parent & Child class
- $76/month for 1-hour Preschool or Ninja class
- $30 annual membership fee
Season: Year-round
Schedule: Weekly classes (days/times vary)
Registration: Open now (specific class openings may vary)
Website: discoverygym.com
Class Options:
- Parent & Child (Starting at 18 months): 45-minute class focused on movement, balance, and early coordination in a colorful, sensory-rich space.
Preschool (Ages 4+): 1-hour class introducing foundational gymnastics skills through fun and active learning.
Tiny Ninjas (Ages 4+): 1-hour class with obstacle courses, gymnastics, and age-appropriate ninja-style adventures.
Extras: Open play is expected to resume after summer camps conclude in August.
Program: Premier Athletics – Little Explorers Preschool Programs
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–5
Cost: Tuition-based
Season: Year-round
Registration: Most classes open now; hybrid and some ninja sessions may have waitlists
Website: premierathleticscolumbia.com
Schedule & Class Options:
- Red Panda Tots (Age 3):
– Tuesdays, 4:00–4:45 PM
– Fridays, 4:00–4:45 PM - Tiger Tots (Age 4):
– Mondays, 6:00–6:45 PM
– Wednesdays, 4:00–4:45 PM - Preschool Ninja (Ages 3–5):
– Tuesdays, 5:00–5:45 PM (waitlisted)
– Thursdays, 5:00–5:45 PM (open) - Hybrid Preschool Combo (Ages 3–5):
– Fridays, 6:00–6:45 PM (waitlisted)
This introductory class includes elements of gymnastics, cheerleading, dance, and ninja to help kids explore what they enjoy most.
MARTIAL ARTS (COLUMBIA ONLY)
To keep this list manageable, martial arts programs are limited to Columbia-based options. There are many more studios in surrounding areas, but this guide focuses on what’s available locally for younger kids.
Program: Nashville Krav Maga – Lil’ Krav
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 4–6
Cost: Contact for pricing
Season: Year-round
Schedule: Weekly classes
Registration: Open now
Website: kravmagacolumbia.com
Class Options:
Lil’ Krav introduces foundational self-defense and movement skills in a fun, supportive environment designed to build coordination, confidence, and control.
Program: Profectus Jiu Jitsu – Kids Program
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–5
Cost: Contact for pricing
Season: Year-round
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:30–5:00 PM
Registration: Open now
Website: profectushq.com/columbia
Class Options:
Ages 3–5 attend early evening sessions focused on building age-appropriate Jiu Jitsu fundamentals, with an emphasis on coordination, balance, and confidence.
Program: Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu – Kids Program
Location: Columbia, TN
Ages: 3–5
Cost: Contact for pricing
Season: Year-round
Schedule: Weekly structured classes
Registration: Open now
Website: renzogracietn.com/columbia
Class Options:
- Tiny Cubs (Ages 3–4): Introduces basic Jiu Jitsu principles alongside core values like focus, respect, and coordination.
- Cubs 1 (Ages 5–7): For children age 5 and up, this class builds on those fundamentals with increased structure and discipline.
If you know of a toddler or preschool sports program in Columbia or Spring Hill that isn’t listed here, I’d love to hear about it. I try to keep these guides as complete and up-to-date as possible, but things change quickly and not every program is easy to find online. Whether it’s something new, something small, or something you’ve personally loved, feel free to email me at columbiatnkidsguide@gmail.com.
I hope this roundup helps make finding sport options a little easier. Whether you’re signing your child up for their very first sport or just trying something new this season, I hope you find something fun and low-pressure that fits your family and lifestyle.
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