Recreation Program
Spring Registration Now Open!
Recreation soccer offers an introductory, fun playing environment for players of all skill levels between the ages of 4-19. The Recreation Program serves Cary, Garner, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The NCFC Youth Recreation Program is one of the largest volunteer-based soccer programs in the country, with more than 6,000 players annually.
Registration
New users must create an account using the "Register" button in the top right corner of the screen in order to register for available programs within our club.
Returning users log-in to view available programs.
Important Dates
Spring 2020
| December 18 | Early Bird Discount Deadline
Return to Team Deadline* | March 21 - 22 | #4 Play Date |
| January 15 | Registration Deadline | March 28 - 29 | #5 Play Date
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| February 12 | Team Placement &
Practice Schedule Released | April 4 - 5 | #6 Play Date |
| February 17 | Game Schedules Released | April 11 - 12 | No Games |
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February 17 |
Practices Begin
(applies to 1st - 12th grade teams) |
April 18 - 19 |
#7 Play Date |
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February 29 - March 1 | #1 Play Date | April 25 - 26 |
#8 Play Date |
| March 7 - 8 | #2 Play Date | May 2 - 3 |
Rain Makeup |
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March 14 - 15 | #3 Play Date | May 16 - 17 |
Rec Cup
(Optional End of Season Team Event) |
*applies players that played in our Recreation program during the Fall 2019 season
Age Groups & Format
Our Recreation Program is offered to players in Pre-K - 12th Grade. The program is designed for beginner level players and those looking to have fun. Our Recreation program encourages developmental growth but focuses on the love of the game in a positive and enjoyable environment.
| Grade | Age Range | Format | Game Length | Practice |
| Pre-K | 8/1/2014 - 7/31/2015 | 2v2 | 32 min
| Combined w/ game |
| Kindergarten | 8/1/2013 - 7/31/2014 | 4v4 | 32 min | Combined w/ game |
| 1st - 2nd grade | 8/1/2011 - 7/31/2013 | 4v4 | 48 min | 1x per week |
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3rd - 4th grade |
8/1/2009 - 7/31/2011 |
7v7 |
50 min | 1x per week |
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5th - 6th grade | 8/1/2007 - 7/31/2009 | 9v9 |
60 min | 1x per week
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| 7th - 12th grade | 8/1/2001 - 7/31/2007 | 11v11 |
70 - 90min | 1x per week |
Kickstarters
For our youngest players, Kickstarters is an introductory Recreation program for players, ages 2.5 - 4 years old. Each session will be focus a skill of the day using themed games to promote movement education, physical coordination and positive relationships.
Click here to learn more about Kickstarters.
Location and Fields
Our Recreation Program serves:
| Raleigh | Cary |
| Durham/Chapel Hill (DCH) | Garner |
Holly Springs/Fuquay Varina (HSFV)
| Wake Forest |
Players select a designated region during registration, which determines where practices (and games for Pre-K - 3rd grade players) are. We place players on teams in their selected area and use home addresses to try and keep kids in the same neighborhood on the same team.
Pre-K - Kindergarten: Games/practice is located in your selected region.
2nd - 3rd Grade: Games and practices are located in your selected region.
4th - 9th Grade: Games can be at other areas in the NCFC system.
Field Locations and Maps
Club Fees
Recreation players will be required to pay the Recreation Club Fee upon registration. Club fees help cover the costs of fields, referees, coaching education, US Club Soccer fees, and program administration.
Single Season (Fall or Spring)
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Age Groups
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Early Bird Single Season | Regular Single Season |
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Pre-K - Kindergarden | $100 | $125
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1st - 2nd Grade
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$125 | $150
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| 3rd - 12th Grade | $150 | $175 |
Full Year (Fall and Spring)
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Age Groups
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Early Bird Full Year* | Regular Full Year* |
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Pre-K - Kindergarden |
$145 | $170 |
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1st - 2nd Grade
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$195 | $220 |
| 3rd - 12th Grade | $245 | $270 |
*Players may only register for the Full Year in the fall.
Uniform Fees
All Pre-K - 6th Grade players are required to purchase the adidas NCFC Youth Recreation jerseys through SOCCER.com. Players will need to purchase both the grey (home jersey) and navy (away jersey) kits. Click here to learn more.
All 7th Grade teams are required to purchase adidas NCFC Youth Recreation jerseys through SOCCER.com. Teams will select 1 of 14 different colors to use as their home jersey in addition to the required grey alternate jersey/practice shirt. Click here to learn more.
8th - 12th Grade teams are NOT required to purchase adidas NCFC Youth Recreation jerseys through SOCCER.com. However, ALL teams must have two jerseys with numbers. We have a great uniform template that makes ordering easy and convenient. Teams can select from 1 of 14 different colors for your home jersey in addition to being able to get a grey alternate jersey/practice shirt. Click here to learn more.
*The current Uniform Kit will be used by NCFC Youth players through Spring 2021.
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Uniform Size
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Cost
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Youth Kit
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$48
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Adult Kit
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$51 |
Policies and Forms
Read more about Recreation Policies including refunds, uniforms, insurance, and equipment.
Policies