Recreation Program
Fall 2019 Registration now open! |
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The NCFC Youth Recreation Program is one of the largest volunteer-based soccer programs in the country, with more than 6,000 players annually. The Recreation Program serves Cary, Garner, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, Durham, and Chapel Hill. Offered to players ages 4-19, Recreation soccer offers an introductory, fun playing environment for players of all skill levels.
Registration
New users must create an account through BlueSombrero to register for available programs within our club.
Important Dates
Fall 2019
| June 17 | Early Bird Discount Deadline
Return to Team Deadline* | |
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| July 12 | Registration Deadline | September 14 - 15 | #3 Play Date
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| August 7 | Team Placement &
Practice Schedule Released | September 21 - 22 | #4 Play Date |
| August 12 | Game Schedules Released | September 28 - 29 | #5 Play Date |
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August 12 - 16 |
Practices Begin |
October 5 - 6 |
#6 Play Date |
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August 24 - 25 | #1 Play Date | October 12 - 13 |
#7 Play Date |
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August 31 - September 1
(Labor Day Weekend) | No Games | October 19 - 20 |
#8 Play Date |
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September 7 - 8 | #2 Play Date | October 26 - 27 |
Rain Makeup |
*applies players that played in our Recreation program during the Spring 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 |
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 navy (home jersey) and red (away jersey) kits.
*The current Uniform Kit will be used by NCFC Youth players through Spring 2021.
7th - 12th Grade team jerseys are organized by each coach, are not required to include the adidas NCFC Youth Recreation jersey.
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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