Registration and Info

Program Information

Recreation Program

Registration for the 2021 Spring Season is now open! Registration Deadline is January 19!

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 (coming soon!), Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Durham, Chapel Hill. NCFC Youth's Recreation Program is one of the largest volunteer-based soccer programs in the country, with more than 6,000 players annually.

Quick Facts

Offered in both the Fall (August - October) and Spring (February - May)
Practice 1/week with a game on the weekend
Teams are led by volunteer coaches supported by 3 full-time Recreation Directors
Focus is on fun!
Access to Athletic Training staff included in club fess

Return-to-Play Protocols

View our 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

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	7/1/2015 - 8/31/2016	2v2	32 min	Combined w/ game
Kindergarten	7/1/2014 - 8/31/2015	4v4	32 min	Combined w/ game
1st - 2nd grade	7/1/2012 - 8/31/2014	4v4	48 min	1x per week
3rd - 4th grade	7/1/2010 - 8/31/2012	7v7	50 min	1x per week
5th - 6th grade	7/1/2008 - 8/31/2010	9v9	60 min	1x per week
7th - 12th grade	1/1/2002 - 8/31/2008	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

Spring 2021

January 19	Registration Deadline
February 15	Team Assignments and Practice Info Released
February 20-26	First Week of Practices (1st - 12th Grade)
March 5	Game Schedules Available
March 6	Pre-K 1st Play Date
March 13-14	Kindergarten - 12th Grade 1st Play Date
April 3-4	No Games (Easter Weekend)
May 8-9	Kindergarten - 12th Grade Last Play Date

Location and Fields

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)

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)

Age Groups	Early Bird Full Year*	Regular Full Year*
Pre-K - Kindergarden	$145	$170
1st - 2nd Grade	$195	$220
3rd - 12th Grade	$245	$270

*Players may only register for the Full Year in the fall.

Refund Policy

Click here to view our full refund policy.

Spring Refund Commitment: Prorated refund less a $25 administrative fee

NCFC Youth will retain $25 of every registration fee to cover administrative fees
Players will be refunded a prorated amount (less the administrative fee) based on the number of weeks played in the fall season. This will be determined at the end of the season (November 1st) or any point a final cancelation is evident.

Uniform Fees

Pre-K
All Pre-K players are required to purchase the adidas Grey NCFC Youth Recreation jersey through SOCCER.com. Players will only need to purchase the grey (home jersey). Click here to order learn more.

Kindergarten - 6th Grade
All Kindergarten - 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.

7th - 8th Grade
All 7th - 8th 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.

9th - 12th Grade
9th - 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.

Uniform Size	Cost
Youth Kit	$48
Adult Kit	$51

Policies and Forms

Read more about Recreation Policies including refunds, uniforms, insurance, and equipment.

Policies

Website Manager

North Carolina FC Youth

Program Information

Recreation Program

Registration for the 2021 Spring Season is now open! Registration Deadline is January 19!

Return-to-Play Protocols

Registration for New Users

Registration for Returning Users

Age Groups & Format

Kickstarters

Important Dates

Spring 2021

Location and Fields

Club Fees

Single Season (Fall or Spring)

Full Year (Fall and Spring)

Refund Policy

Uniform Fees

Helpful Links

Recreation Sponsors

WakeMed

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