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Youth soccer in San Francisco — find the next team.
A soccer club coached entirely by women and built to meet every player where they are.
Fall 2026 waitlist open
Fall 2026 is sold out: waitlists are open for Micro, Recreational, and Competitive
Winter practice teams (January to February) register in October; get the link first
Spring 2027 registration opens in late October; get the link first
Competitive player assessments continue year-round
Every coach on staff is a woman: licensed, named, and on the page
Transparent pricing: $495–$1,450/season depending on program, published in full
In their words
What SF SOL families say
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Questions parents ask
Straight answers — and the full list lives on our FAQ page.
What will players learn in Recreational Soccer?
The same 10-week progression our competitive teams follow: dribbling and ball control, building out of the back, passing and possession, defending, finishing, then game strategy and goal-setting. The game grows too: 7v7 and 9v9, a bigger ball, passes of 10–40 yards on the ground and in the air, and a first taste of goalkeeping (footwork, catching, and distribution).
Is Recreational a lesser version of Competitive?
No. It's the same curriculum and the same caliber of coach, paced for one practice and one game a week. We don't chase scores at this level, but development shows: our 2nd and 3rd grade Rec teams went 8–1–0 over the last two seasons. Rec teams play in the SFYS Recreational league.
What's the difference between Recreational and Competitive?
Both run on the same SF SOL curriculum. Recreational is one practice a week plus weekend games, for building skills, confidence, and friendships at a social pace. Competitive is two practices a week plus SFYS Premier or NorCal Premier league games, for players ready for more commitment and tactical depth.
Can my child move up from Recreational to Competitive?
Yes, it's one of the most common paths at SF SOL. Competitive teams are placed through tryouts, and year-round player assessments mean one date never decides whether your player gets seen.
Is SF SOL a good fit if my child has never played before?
Yes. Micro and Recreational are built for players learning the game, and a week of camp is an easy first taste. Find a team and we'll point you to the right start.
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When does registration open for each season?
Two to three months before each season starts, and rosters fill fast. Winter Futsal registers in late September (the league deadline is October 1). Winter practice teams register in October, and Spring opens in late October or early November. Fall registration follows spring tryouts in May. Find a team and we'll send the link the day your season opens.
What happens when a season is sold out?
Join the waitlist through Find a team. Spots do open midseason, and we call waitlisted families in order. We'll also send your registration link for the next season before it opens to everyone.
Can my child join midseason?
Often, yes. When a spot opens on a team that fits your child's age and level, we place them and pro-rate their dues for the weeks left in the season. Join the waitlist through Find a team, or reach out with their age and experience.
Can my child play with friends or on the same team as a teammate?
Tell us. The finder has a spot for your child's school and friends, and staff weigh teammate requests when forming teams. For futsal, we build teams around existing SF SOL teams.
What does it cost to join SF SOL?
We publish real numbers: $495 a season for Micro, $595 for Recreational, $1,200 for SFYS Premier, $1,350–$1,450 for NorCal Premier, and $500 for Winter Futsal. See Pricing for what dues cover and what's billed separately.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, for qualifying families in every program. Reach out and we'll talk it through directly, with simple verification of need. See Financial aid.
How often does a team practice and play?
Micro is one practice a week plus weekend friendlies. Recreational is one practice a week plus weekend games. Competitive is two practices a week plus weekend league games. Winter Futsal is one practice and one Sunday game a week.
Where do SF SOL teams practice?
Across the city, from Golden Gate Park and the Sunset to the Marina, Mission, and SOMA. Fields are assigned each season through the city's permit lottery, so we can't promise a specific park in advance, but we'll tell you your team's field before the season starts.
How do I order a uniform?
Through our official soccer.com Club Store. See Merch for the step-by-step, including how to claim a jersey number first.
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Where we play
The fields SF SOL teams call home
Garfield SquareMission District · Grass/turf soccer courtsMarinaMarina District · Grass, waterfrontPotrero del SolPotrero Hill · Grass/turf soccer courtsSunset Recreation CenterSunset District · Indoor gymBeach Chalet Athletic FieldsGolden Gate Park · Turf, lightsGolden Gate Park Polo FieldsGolden Gate Park · GrassRichmond Recreation CenterRichmond District · Indoor futsalHerz Recreation CenterVisitacion Valley · Indoor futsalMinnie & Lovie Ward Recreation CenterExcelsior/Ingleside · Indoor futsalCrocker Amazon PlaygroundExcelsior/Crocker-Amazon · TurfBig RecGolden Gate Park · GrassWest Sunset PlaygroundSunset District · GrassSouth Sunset PlaygroundSunset District · TurfLittle RecGolden Gate Park (near Kezar) · GrassKimbell PlaygroundLower Pac Heights/Fillmore · GrassGrattan PlaygroundNOPA/Cole Valley · GrassMoscone Recreation CenterMarina District · GrassPresidio Wall PlaygroundPresidio · GrassFranklin SquareSOMA · Turf, lightsLaurel Hill PlaygroundLaurel HeightsLarsen ParkSunset DistrictCrissy FieldMarina/Presidio · Beach soccer camps (2016–2024)Glen Canyon ParkGlen Park · Summer camps