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Approximately 70% of kids stop playing organized sports by the age of 13 because they say it’s not fun anymore. That’s why the YMCA works to keep fun in the game.
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Soccer is the most popular sport in the world. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is one of the best places to learn and play this worldwide game and have a lot of fun while doing it! YMCA soccer emphasizes fun, teamwork, sportsmanship and inclusion for all, while encouraging kids to be active – a benefit to them both physically and mentally, as active kids are not only healthier - but do better in school.
At the YMCA we offer both soccer leagues and classes/clinics. Soccer leagues are eight-week programs focusing on fun, while teaching team play and basic soccer skills. Soccer classes/clinics are directed toward specific groups to provide an introduction and more in-depth instruction on skills and strategies.
The YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization that provides financial assistance for programs. Ask us for details.
Youth sports leagues follow a season-based schedule with spring, fall and winter offerings. Soccer is held in fall and spring.
Spring Youth Soccer Leagues -
Standard registration is open from February 20 - March 19, 2023.
Late registration is available between March 20 - March 26 for an additional fee. Late registrations are only accepted in person at a YMCA branch.
Season runs from April 3 - June 10, 2023
Fall Youth Soccer Leagues -
Standard registration is open from July 24 - August 20, 2023
Late registration is available between August 20 - August 27 for an additional fee. Late registrations are only accepted in person at a YMCA branch.
Season runs from September 5 - October 28, 2023
Youth soccer classes and clinics follow our standard program schedules with monthly and academy offerings. View our program registration schedules.
Intro to Soccer: Ages 3 - 5
Monthly Program
With a focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work, and sportsmanship, this is perfect for young children of every ability. Coaches instruct on soccer skills such as kicking and hands-free play.
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Soccer Clinics: Ages 3 - 13
This soccer clinic meets once a week with a focus on developing basic soccer skills such as kicking and passing. YMCA staff introduce basic game concepts and enhance your child’s experience through age and skill-appropriate drills and scrimmages.
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A shirt and end-of-season participation award is included with all youth soccer league registrations.
Preschool Soccer League: Ages 3 - 4
With a focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship, this league is perfect for young children of every ability. Volunteer coaches, mindful of the participants' ages, instruct on soccer skills such as kicking and hands-free play.
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Youth Soccer League: Ages 5/6 Co-ed
Young athletes focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to the sport of soccer. Volunteer coaches instruct children on soccer skills such as kicking and passing, while introducing basic game concepts.
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Youth Soccer League: Ages 7/8 Co-ed
This youth league focuses on continuing the development of basic soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship for children of every ability. While advancing the participants' footwork skills in kicking, passing and shooting, volunteer coaches also lead soccer practice drills and teach game strategies.
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Youth Soccer League: Ages 9/10 Co-ed
This youth league focuses on continuing the development of basic soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship for children of every ability. While advancing the participants' footwork skills in kicking, passing and shooting, volunteer coaches also lead soccer practice drills and teach game strategies.
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Youth soccer offerings are available at YMCA locations across Chester County. Programming may vary by location.
We're always looking for community support in running our soccer programs, if you're interested in becoming a youth soccer coach, please join us today.
Youth soccer league schedules are based on a number of factors including field or gym availability, coach availability and the age level of the participants. Younger students typically have practice and games one day per week with practice and a game held together in a single time block. Older students typically hold a week-night practice separate from their weekend scheduled game.
During registration, families have the opportunity to note one day that does NOT work for their schedule. Schedules will be sent out at a later date.
Families interested in having a set schedule can explore our clinic and class offerings, which are held weekly with no deviations to the schedule.
To help ensure that all youth sports league participants and families have a positive experience, the YMCA may extend leagues to compete across branches in a regional capacity. The complete list of locations are listed below and travel is typically limited to the locations closest to your "home" branch.
Participants are required to secure their own shin guards for youth sports leagues.
Each player will receive a jersey that we ask is worn at each game. In addition, all players must wear rubber cleats or sneakers. Jeans and sweatpants are prohibited as well as jewelry, watches, wristbands and barrettes.
All players MUST play at least half of each game. No one player may play the entire game unless his/her team has only enough players to field one team.
Approximately 70% of kids stop playing organized sports by the age of 13 because they say it’s not fun anymore. That’s why the YMCA works to keep fun in the game.