Recreation 6U-8U

How it works:

Kids are divided into co-ed teams that play in our in-house league, organized by birth year.

Consult the Birth Matrix Chart on the Programs page to confirm your player's age.

You will be assigned to a coach who will schedule 1-2 practices each week for your team. 

Who is it for?

The U6, U7, and U8 age groups are the foundation of soccer. Players will learn individual skills and a love for the game!

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Registration fees:

Spring:

Early-Bird registration (until January 31): $140

Regular registration fee (after January 31): $150

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Fall:

Early-Bird registration (until June 30): $140

Regular registration fee (after June 30): $150

Payment plans are available.

What do you need?

You must purchase a set of uniforms for your child. These uniforms will be used through a two-year season cycle

(Fall 2024 - Spring 2026).

Des Moines Soccer Club uniforms are available through soccer.com.

See this additional information on the ordering process

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You also need: 

• Shin guards
• Soccer cleats recommended (tennis shoes may be used)
• Size 3 soccer ball

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Important Dates

Fall Seasons:

• Registration opens on June 1
• Early-bird discount available through June 30
• After June 30, spots cannot be guaranteed
• ISA team registration deadlines fall around July 15, after which limited team spots are available.

• Rough Fall Timeline:
• Hear from your coach — Late Aug/Early Sept
• Practice Start — Late Aug/Early Sept
• Games Start — 1st weekend after Labor Day
• Program End — Oct 23

Spring Seasons:

• Registration opens on January 1 each year
• Early-bird discount available until January 31
• After January 31, spots cannot be guaranteed
  
• ISA team registration deadlines fall around February 15, after which limited team spots are available.

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• Rough Spring Timelines:
• Hear from your coach — Late March/Early April
• Practice Start — Late March/Early April
• Games Start — 1st weekend of April 
• Program End — June 1

Game times:

• All Fall/Spring games are on Sundays. See kickoff times for each age group:
• 7U: 12:15pm
• 8U: 1:45pm
• 6U: 3:15pm