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Micro Soccer

See it. Micro Soccer, ages 5–6.

The first season should feel like play. It does.

Two rows of players in black kits proudly hold up certificates while a smiling coach in a blue hoodie stands at the right, city houses behind the park
Who it's for
Ages 5–6 (K–1st grade)
Rhythm
1 practice a week + weekend friendlies
Dues
$495 a season

Spring 2027 registration opens late October

Get the Spring link before registration opens to everyone. Fall 2026 is sold out; if a spot opens midseason, waitlisted families get it and dues are pro-rated.

Get the Spring linkJoin the Fall waitlist

Small game. Big smiles.

4v4 on a right-sized field, with a smaller ball and no goalkeepers. Every player is on the ball, all game long.

Coaches made for this age.

Our Micro coaches are trained to run a full team of K–1st graders, not assigned to it. They keep it fun and keep it moving.

Real skills. Zero pressure.

Both feet, first touch, and first passes. Weekend friendlies keep no score, so trying something new never feels risky.

Questions parents ask

Everything else about Micro Soccer, answered.

What age can my child start?
At 5. Micro Soccer (ages 5–6, K–1st grade) is the first team. Recreational runs 2nd through 7th grade, and Competitive runs U9 to U16. Winter Futsal starts in 2nd grade, and Summer Camps welcome ages 5–16.
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.
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.
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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 a Micro Soccer season look like?
4v4 games on right-sized fields with a smaller ball and no goalkeepers. There's one after-school practice a week and friendly weekend games where nobody keeps score. Coaches are trained for the K–1st grade age group, and the goal of season one is that your player falls in love with the game.
What will players learn in Micro Soccer?
A real first foundation: comfort on both feet, first touch, shielding, trapping, 5–20 yard passes, and shooting with the inside of the foot. Just as important, players learn to be good teammates by listening, encouraging, and celebrating a friend's goal. Coaches make room for mistakes on purpose, so trying something new never feels risky.
Why no goalkeepers and no score in Micro?
So fundamentals come first. A small game with no keepers means every player is on the ball, and friendlies without a score keep the focus on fun and effort. Goalkeeping arrives in Recreational, when players are ready for a bigger game.
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.
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.
What does my child need for the first practice?
Cleats, shin guards, and a water bottle. The game uniform is ordered separately; see Merch.
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.
Can I bring my existing team to SF SOL?
Yes, it's one of the most common ways families join. Your roster stays together with no re-tryout, and we take over coaching, permits, and paperwork. See Bring your team.

Where we typically play

SF SOL practices happen citywide — most often on Golden Gate Park turf and grass fields (Beach Chalet, Crocker Amazon, Big Rec, Polo Fields), Sunset District playgrounds (West Sunset, South Sunset), and neighborhood fields in the Marina, SOMA, Presidio, and Fillmore. SF Rec & Park assigns exact fields through an annual permit lottery, so specific locations shift somewhat from season to season — this map reflects where SF SOL teams have typically played.

Garfield SquareMarinaPotrero del SolSunset Recreation CenterBeach Chalet Athletic FieldsGolden Gate Park Polo FieldsCrocker Amazon PlaygroundBig RecWest Sunset PlaygroundSouth Sunset PlaygroundLittle RecKimbell PlaygroundGrattan PlaygroundMoscone Recreation CenterPresidio Wall PlaygroundFranklin SquareLaurel Hill PlaygroundLarsen Park