Richmond Kickers Recreational Youth Soccer
 
The following Q & A provides general information on our recreation programs.  For additional information or questions on a specific program you can click on the name on the left side bar of this web page or you may call 804.644.5425 ext. 313.  You may also email us at recreation@richmondkickers.com

What is Recreational soccer?

Richmond Kickers recreation youth soccer program is open to all children ages 3 1/2 to 18.  The program is designed to provide a safe, family friendly environment for children to learn about the beautiful game of soccer and have fun at the same time.  Recreation soccer is not about winning!  It is about the players acquiring positive life skills and making friends!  The emphasis is on participation and learning.

How do I register my child?

You can register online here  or by mailing in a paper application.  We would prefer that you register online rather than using the paper applications that are linked below.

Click Here for the Chesterfield Program Application (Providence Middle School)

Click Here for the Henrico County Program Application (Dorey Park)

Click Here for the Richmond City Program (Union Theological Seminary off of Brook Road)

What are the fees and how do I pay?

The recreation fee  registration fee is $85.00 for all player U4 and older. This fee does NOT include the uniform purchase price of $35.00 per player if needed.  Players new to the program will need to purchase the uniform kit.  The registration fee is $110.00 for all registrations received after August 1st, 2008.

The U3 program offered only at Dorey Park (Henrico Program) fee is $65.00 which includes a t’shirt.  The U3 program will consist of 6 sessions focused on child development with emphasis placed on developing listening skills, balance and coordination skills, and group activity skills.  The sessions will run approximately 50 minutes and parent participation is required. 

The fee includes a trophy for all players U3 to U12, and a t-shirt for all teams U14 and older.

A $5.00 discount is applied to each additional player in the household registering with our league.

Financial Assistance is available for those in need.  Please contact our office at 804.644.5425 ext. 313.  You can also email us at recreation@richmondkickers.com

Payment for the program is expected at the time of submitting the registration form. If you are registering online you can pay for the program directly with a credit card.  If you select to pay by check they are to be made payable to RKYSC /Recreation and mailed to 2001 Maywill Street, Suite 203, Richmond, VA  23230.  Please indicate the program and child’s name in the comments section of your check.

Why join a Kickers Recreation program?

1. Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA).-  The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is a member of Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA).   To learn more about PCA please visit www.positivecoach.org.
2. Pro Pass Membership - Every player who participates in our program receives a complimentary Richmond Kickers Pro Pass.  The Pass provides entrance to all Richmond Kickers Professional regular season home games as well as discounts at Ukrop’s and Arby’s.
3. Professional Team - We have a direct affiliation with the Richmond Kickers Pro Team which allows the club to utilize professional players as trainers/coaches for our programs.
4. Four training sessions offered by licensed professional staff to U8 and older aged players during the season (FREE).

When does the season run?

Recreation soccer plays two seasons per year.  The spring season begins in early March and ends around the middle of May while the fall season begins in early September and runs through mid November.  Players register for each individual season.

What about practice locations, frequency, and times?

Most teams practice 1 time a week during the week.  The session can last anywhere from an hour to an hour and a half.  It depends on the volunteer coach.  The younger age groups only run for about 45 minutes.

Program	Location	Game Day	Practice	Age Groups
Chesterfield County	Providence Middle School, 1312 Starlight Lane, Richmond VA  23235	Saturday	During the week after 5 p.m.	U4 - U19
Henrico County	Dorey Park, 3000 Darbytown Road, Richmond, VA  23231	Saturday	During the week after 6 p.m.	U3 - U10
Richmond City	Union Theological Seminary, 3401 Brook Road, Richmond, VA  23227	Sunday (U12 and older play on Saturdays in the City League)	During the week after 5 p.m.	U4 - U15

What about games?

U4 to U12 teams play small sided games per US Youth Soccer recommendations.  Teams will play 7-9 games per season. U4, U5 and U6 games are run by parent/volunteers.  U8 and older matches will have referees.  Specific program information on games can be found when you click on the name on the left side bar of this web page.

What do I need for my child to play?

1. Shin Guards.  They are mandatory and must be worn underneath the socks.  The socks must cover the shin guard completely.
2. Appropriate foot wear.  Soccer cleats are not mandatory.  The players can play and practice in regular tennis shoes, although preferably not white one as they get dirty very quickly!  Football and baseball cleats are NOT permitted!
3. Your child may not wear earrings and jewelry during the game.  This includes “starter earrings”.
4. Beads and beaded hair may impose a danger to the child (should they “head” the ball, ) and to fellow players, should they fall out and/or get swung around.  It is recommended you do not allow your child to bead their hair for a game.
5. All players are encouraged to bring a ball and labeled water bottle to practice.

What are the age groupings?

Age Group	Coed (DOB Range)	Girls (DOB Range)	Match Length	Ball Size	# Players	Program
					on the field
Under 3	08/01/05- 07/31/06	Not applicable	6 sessions (45 minutes)	3		Dorey Park ONLY
Under 4	08/01/04 - 07/31/05	Not applicable	4 six minute quarters	3	3	All
Under 5	08/01/03- 07/31/04	Not applicable	4 six minute quarters	3	3	All
Under 6	08/01/02- 07/31/03	Not applicable	4 8 minute quarters	3	3	All
Under 8	08/01/98- 07/31/02	Not applicable	4 12 minute quarters	3	5	All
Under 10	08/01/95 - 07/31/00	08/01/96 - 07/31/98	2 25 minute halves	4	6	All
Under 12	08/01/94- 07/31/98	08/01/94 - 07/31/96	2 30 minute halves	4	8	Chesterfield and Richmond
Under 14	08/01/92 - 07/31/96	08/01/92 - 07/31/94	2 35 minute halves	5	11	Chesterfield and Richmond
Under 16	08/01/90 - 07/31/94	08/01/90 - 07/31/92	2 40 minute halves	5	11	Chesterfield and Richmond
Under 19	08/01/95 - 07/31/92	08/01/97 - 07/31/90	2 40 minute halves	5	11	Chesterfield

Do I need a uniform for my child?

Your child will need a uniform if they are new to the program.  RKYSC has obtained an outstanding agreement with SCORE to provide 2 jerseys, 1 pair of shorts, and 1 pair of socks for a minimum price of $35.00 per uniform kit.  Replacement Uniform Pieces are available to be ordered on the application. Include size & payment when submitting the application.

Jersey: $12.00 each Shorts: $ 8.00 each Socks: $5.00 a pair

**For Chesterfield (Pocoshock) program new this Fall Season; ALL U8 and older teams are required to switch to the red and white uniforms.  The red jersey puchase price is $12.00 and must be purchased when the player is registered.  Gold jerseys will no longer be allowed in this program.  All of the RKYSC teams will be outfitted in our official colors; Red and White.**  Parents do not need to purchase the whte jersey if they already have one for their child.

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