RECREATION
Recreation Program Overview
The Recreation Program offers an opportunity for youth players (ages 4U to 19U) to play soccer at a less challenging and competitive level, while still placing an emphasis on learning and having fun.
Rec Soccer is entirely coached by parent and community volunteers. We rely on our 200+ coaches to help keep our team sizes manageable and to maximize each child's time touching the ball and playing the game. Our 4U through 19U players will be registered and insured through Georgia Soccer, our Governing body. Due to insurance and liability reasons players are not allowed to play "down" in age. Players must play within their birth year. If a player wants to play "up" an age group, they must first seek out approval from the program director.
Registration is now OPEN for the Spring 2024 Recreation program at IAFC. Register soon as spots fill up fast.
Quick Facts:
- Offered in both the Fall (Aug - Nov; Registration opens Mid June) and Spring (Feb - May; Registration opens Dec)
- Teams are led by volunteer coaches
- 4U-10U: practice once per week with a game on the weekend
- 11U-19U: practice twice per week with a game on the weekend
- To provide a better service and convenience, we're placing members on practice fields that are close to their home (by zip code)
Our Club uses PlayMetrics as an all-in-one Club Operating, Registration,
Payment, Communication and Scheduling system.
If you are new to the club, you must create an account to register for a program.
Age Brackets & Format
Fall 2023-Spring 2024
| Division | Birth Year | Format | Game Length | Practice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4U Coed | 2020 | 3v3 | 4- 8 min quarters | 20 mins prior to game time |
| 5U Coed | 2019 | 3v3 | 4- 8 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 6U Coed | 2018 | 4v4 | 4- 10 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 7U Coed | 2017 | 4v4 | 4- 10 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 7U Girls | 2017 | 4v4 | 4- 10 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 8U Coed | 2016 | 4v4 | 4- 10 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 8U Girls | 2016 | 4v4 | 4- 10 min quarters | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 9U Coed | 2015 | 7v7 | 2- 25 min halves | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 10U Coed | 2014 | 7v7 | 2- 25 min halves | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 9U-10U Girls | 2015 and 2014 | 7v7 | 2- 25 min halves | 1/week - 1 hour |
| 11U-12U Coed | 2013 and 2012 | 9v9 | 2- 30 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 11U-12U Girls | 2013 and 2012 | 9v9 | 2- 30 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 13U-14U Coed | 2011 and 2010 | 11v11 | 2- 35 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 13U-14U Girls | 2011 and 2010 | 11v11 | 2- 35 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 15U-16U Coed | 2009 and 2008 | 11v11 | 2- 40 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 15U-16U Girls | 2009 and 2008 | 11v11 | 2- 40 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 17U-19U Coed | 2007, 2006 and 2005 | 11v11 | 2- 45 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
| 17U-19U Girls | 2007, 2006 and 2005 | 11v11 | 2- 45 min halves | 2/week - 1.25 hours |
Important Dates
Fall 2023 Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 1st - 15th | Early Bird Registration |
| July 16th - July 31st | Regular Registration |
| August 1 | Late Fees Begin |
| August 5 | Last day to withdraw and receive 100% refund (must email registrar) |
| August 8 | Last day to Register |
| August 14 Week | 1st Draft of Team Placements |
| August TBD | Mandatory Coaches Meeting/Coaches Equipment Pick up (Time TBD @ 161 Arizona Ave) |
| August 21 Week | Practices start for 5U and up and Game Schedules Released |
| September 4 | Labor Day NO PRACTICES |
| September 9 | First Games (4U Coed starts) |
| October 7 | Fall Break NO GAMES |
| November 11 | Last Games |
*Tentative Schedule, subject to changes
Spring 2024 Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| December 15 | Registration Open (Early Bird discount of $25) |
| January 1 | Full Price Registration Begins |
| January 26 | Registration Deadline (Placement after this date is not guaranteed. Last day to receive a full refund) |
| January 27 | Late Fee Registration Begins |
| February 2 | LAST DAY TO REGISTER |
| February 12 Week | 1st Draft of Team Placements |
| February TBD | Mandatory Coach's Meeting (TBD) |
| February TBD | Coaching Equipment Pick up (161 Arizona Ave 9:00AM-11:00AM) |
| February 19 Week | Practices start for 5U and up |
| February 26 Week | Game Schedules Released |
| March 2 | First Games (4Us start soccer-like activities) |
| April 6 | Spring Break NO GAMES |
| May 11 | Last Games |
*Tentative Schedule, subject to changes
Club Fees
Single Season (Fall or Spring)
| Age Group | Early Bird (Dec) | Regular | Late (Aug/Jan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4U | $110 | $135 | $160 |
| 5U-10U | $190 | $215 | $240 |
| 11U-19U | $210 | $235 | $260 |
Volunteer Coach Discount:
A $45 discount will be applied to your club fees if you volunteer to coach your team.
Uniforms
Our Recreation uniform kits are ordered, fulfilled and customer supported by Soccer.com. Please click below to view ordering instructions.
- 4U players do NOT need to order a uniform kit, they will be provided a t-shirt/jersey.
- All 5U-19U players need to order a uniform kit and are welcome to choose any number (duplicates on a team are okay).
- All players must wear shin guards during practices & games.
*Please note, jersey numbers are only for recreation and do not carry over to Academy and/or Select.
Volunteer to Coach
Our Recreational Program is coached entirely by parent and community volunteers. We rely on our 200+ volunteer coaches to help ensure manageable team sizes and maximum play time for our kids. Please join us!
12-week season curriculum, so you don't have to plan a thing!
Coaching equipment (must be returned) and coaching shirt (one you can keep).
Preseason coaches meeting. Weekly emails and reminders for events, additional activities, and important notes.
Volunteer discount on Registration fees!
Register as a Recreation Coach
If registering for Rec program:
- please follow the prompts to become a volunteer coach when registering your child in PlayMetrics.
If outside the Rec program:
- please contact our Director of Coaching - Recreation with name and email address.
Coaching Requirements
Please review the following requirements for becoming a volunteer Recreation coach:
- Satisfactory background search.
- Complete SafeSport and Heads Up certification online courses.
- Available to coach 10 weekly practice sessions.
- Available to coach games on Saturdays and some Sunday games for 14U and up team.
- Able to communicate weekly to team.
- Follow Inter Atlanta Code of Conduct and Behavior Policy at all times.
Contact Us
Please direct any questions to our Program Director
Inter Atlanta FC is registered with the IRS as not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization
ADDRESS
161 Arizona Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
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