Recreation Program
Recreation soccer offers an introductory, fun playing environment for players of all skill levels between the ages of 4-19. Our Recreation Program uses fields in Cary, Garner, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Knightdale, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Chatham County. NCFC Youth's Recreation Program is one of the largest volunteer-based soccer programs in the country.Fall 2021 Recreation registration is currently closed. However, we may still have a spot for your player this fall. If interested in exploring possible opportunities this fall (Sept-Oct) season then please email [email protected] and be sure to include the following information:
- Player Name
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- School Grade
- Address
Program Quick Facts- Offered in both the Fall (August - October) and Spring (February - May)
- Pre-K - Kindergarten: Have a combined practice and game on the weekend
- 1st grade - 12th grade teams: Practice 1/week with a game on the weekend
- Teams are led by volunteer coaches supported by NCFC Youth Recreation staff
- Focus is on fun!
- Access to Athletic Training staff included in club fees
Return-to-Play Protocols
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Return-to-Play Protocols put in place for the season to ensure a safe and fun environment for our players, coaches, and families.
Registration for New Users
New this season, we will be using PlayMetrics as our Registration Database! All new users must create an account through PlayMetrics in order to register for any of our programs. Click here to learn more about the registration process, and how to get set up.
Registration for Returning Users
Already have a PlayMetrics account? Please log back into PlayMetrics using the app or by
clicking here.
Age Groups & Format (2021-2022)
| Grade | Age Range | Format | Game Length | Practice |
| Pre-K | 7/1/2016 - 8/31/2017 | 2v2 | 32 min
| Combined w/ game |
| Kindergarten | 7/1/2015 - 8/31/2016 | 4v4 | 32 min | Combined w/ game |
| 1st - 2nd grade | 7/1/2013 - 8/31/2015 | 4v4 | 48 min | 1x per week |
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3rd - 4th grade |
7/1/2011 - 8/31/2013 |
7v7 |
50 min | 1x per week |
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5th - 6th grade | 7/1/2009 - 8/31/2011 | 9v9 |
60 min | 1x per week
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| 7th - 12th grade | 1/1/2003 - 8/31/2009 | 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.
Important Dates
Fall 2021
| June 25 | Early Bird Deadline |
| August 9 | Team Assignments and Practice Info Released
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| August 16-20 | First Week of Practices (1st - 12th Grade) |
| August 21 | Pre-K 1st Play Date |
| August 23 | Game Schedules Available |
August 28-29 |
Kindergarten - 12th Grade 1st Play Date |
| September 4-5 | No Games (Labor Day Weekend) |
|
October 9-10 |
No Games (Columbus Day Weekend) |
| October 23-24 | Last Kindergarten - 12th Grade Play Date* |
Location and Fields
| Raleigh | Cary |
| Durham/Chapel Hill (DCH) | Chatham County |
Holly Springs/Fuquay Varina (HSFV)
| Garner |
| Knightdale | Wake Forest |
Players select a designated region during registration, which helps determine team assignment. Our intent is to place players on age appropriate teams in their selected area and use home addresses to try and keep kids in the same neighborhood on the same team.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)
|
Age Groups
|
Early Bird Single Season |
Regular Single Season |
|
Pre-K - Kindergarden | $100 |
$125 |
|
1st - 2nd Grade
|
$125 |
$150 |
| 3rd - 12th Grade | $150 | $175 |
Full Year (Fall and Spring)
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Age Groups
|
Early Bird Full Year* | Regular Full Season |
|
Pre-K - Kindergarden |
$145 | $170 |
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1st - 2nd Grade
|
$195 | $220 |
| 3rd - 12th Grade | $245 | $270 |
*Players may only register for the Full Year in the fall.
Refund Policy
Uniform Fees
**As of August 18, we are no longer recommending players order uniforms through soccer.com for the Fall 2021 season. As communicated with families, all orders that were placed by August 9 were bulk fast-tracked with expedited shipping to ensure arrival by the first game weekend. At this time, individual orders through soccer.com are taking nearly 45 days to turnaround due to the lingering effects of the pandemic - labor shortages in factories, production supply issues stemming from Spring 2019, supply chain issues, etc.
For any family that missed this deadline and has not ordered a uniform, we will be communicating with you on an alternative path to order a uniform (based on stock and size) locally. If for any reason you do not have a jersey prior to the first game weekend, please wear a similar colored (red or navy) short, navy shorts, and socks.**
Please direct any uniform specific questions to [email protected]
Fall 2021 is the start of our 2 year uniform cycle. All players (returning and new) will be required to purchase the NCFC Youth Recreation uniform kit through SOCCER.com. The 2021-2023 Recreation kit includes 2 jerseys (one navy and one red) along with navy shorts and navy socks. Pre-K is the only exception which only requires one jersey.
*The Recreation Uniform Kit will be used by NCFC Youth players through Spring 2023.
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Age Group
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Cost
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Pre-K | $17 - $21
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| Kindergarten - 6th Grade | $56 - $63 |
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7th - 12th Grade | $63 - $70 |
Policies and Forms
Read more about Recreation Policies including Player and Parent Code of Conduct, Refund policy, and Abuse Prevention.
Policies