Academy - Recreational Non Travel
Our Academy recreational - non travel programs open to players born 2011 -2022 provide a fun and inclusive environment for young athletes to develop their soccer skills. This is our recreational level division and is open to players of all skill levels. Practice and game format will vary depending on your child’s age group. Designed for players of all skill levels, these programs emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, and the fundamentals of the game. Participants will enjoy structured practices and friendly matches, fostering a love for soccer without the commitment of travel. With enthusiastic parent coach volunteers, our programs create a community-focused atmosphere that builds confidence, promotes physical fitness, and fosters lasting friendships among players and families alike. Our recreational non travel programs are great introductions to the game of soccer for new players, and is also a fantastic stepping stone for players who wish to compete at all levels. All games at the recreational level are non-results oriented. Scores are not recorded nor are standings kept. Play at this level is designed to focus completely on player development & fun.
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MiniKickers U3
Players born in 2022
Our Jackson Hole Youth Soccer Minikickers Program is 5 weeks specifically designed for our youngest players. They will practice twice per week during a 30 minute session. Minikickers is the perfect place for your player to learn to love the soccer ball. Each session is designed for very young players to develop social, cognitive, emotional, and physical skills; all while having a blast! A parent will be required to attend and participate with their child with the sessions being run by JHYS parent volunteer coaches. Results of the program should demonstrate growth and development of players socially and physically with a basic foundation of soccer skills to move on to a more structured environment in our Little Strikers program. An official Minikickers jersey is included.
2024 Fall Season: September 4 - October 2 (Five Weeks)
Practices: Monday & Wednesday, 5:15-5:45pm
No Saturday Games
Field Location: JH Classical Academy, 2500 S Park Loop Rd
Player Fee: $90 per season + $21 WSA (Wyoming Soccer Association) annual fee
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Little Strikers U4-U5
Players born in 2020 & 2021
A fun skills and games based introduction to playing soccer. This Little Strikers program will allow young children to begin to cultivate a passion for the game, while developing an understanding of fair play, rules and applying themselves on the ball. Small-sided games are introduced, and physical literacy is further developed. It is a recreational style program where players will practice once per week and play “small sided” style games (3v3) on Saturdays. Teams are coached by parent volunteer coaches with the guidance and help of the club’s director of coaching. Teams are coed and generally consist of 8-10 players. An official Little Strikers jersey is included.
2024 Fall Season: September 3 - October 12 (Six Weeks)
Practices: Tuesday or Thursday (parents request during registration), 5:45-6:30pm
Saturday Games: 9:30-10:30am, 9/7*, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, & 10/12
*Old Bills Fun Run Event, Game Time is 5:30-6:30
Field Location: Alpine, 100 Middle School Rd. or Wilson Elementary, 5200 HHR Ranch Rd (parent request during registration). All Saturday games are played at Alpine Field.
Player Fee: $150 per season + $21 WSA (Wyoming Soccer Association) annual fee
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Grassroots U6-U7
Players born in 2018 & 2019
Our U6-U7 Grassroots program provides a fun and developmentally appropriate soccer environment for this age group. It is a recreational style program where players will practice twice per week and play games on Saturday mornings. The specialized curriculum helps players grow in their technical skills and learn the rules of soccer at a developmentally appropriate level for their age. Teams are coed generally consist of 10-12 players and are coached by parent volunteers with the guidance of the club’s director of coaching. Saturday games are small-sided (4v4) with no goalkeepers as we focus on improving each player’s technical ability with the ball. An official grassroots jersey is included.
2024 Fall Season: September 4 - October 12 (Six Weeks)
Practices: Monday & Wednesday , 5:45-6:30pm
Saturday Games: 11:00am-12:00pm, 9/7*, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, & 10/12
*Old Bills Fun Run Event, Game Time is 4:15-5:15
Field Location: Alpine, 100 Middle School Rd. or Wilson Elementary, 5200 HHR Ranch Rd (parent request during registration). All Saturday games are played at Alpine Field.
Player Fee: $225 per season + $21 WSA (Wyoming Soccer Association) annual fee
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MLS Go U8-U9
Players born in 2016 & 2017
Our MLS Go Coed Youth Soccer season is a dynamic and engaging program designed for young soccer enthusiasts of all genders. Over the course of seven weeks, participants will experience the thrill of both practice and competition, with one practice and one game scheduled each week. This structure allows players to develop their skills in a supportive and fun environment while enjoying the excitement of weekly matches. Each player will receive an MLS-themed uniform, adding to the professional feel of the experience. The season culminates in an end-of-season soccer festival, celebrating the hard work and progress of all the players with a day full of festivities and friendly competition. Players may choose an “optional” second day of practice during the week for an additional fee.
2024 Fall Season: August 26 - October 12 (Seven Weeks)
Practices: Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm
Games: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
“Add On” Training: Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
End of Season Jamboree: October 12
Field Locations: North, 100 Middle School Rd.
Team Assignments: HERE
Player Fee: $170 per season + $21 WSA (Wyoming Soccer Association) annual fee, players choosing the “add on” training at the time of registration are billed an additional $70.
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MLS Go U10-U12
Players born in 2013, 2014 & 2015
Our MLS Go Coed Youth Soccer season is a dynamic and engaging program designed for young soccer enthusiasts of all genders. Over the course of seven weeks, participants will experience the thrill of both practice and competition, with one practice and one game scheduled each week. This structure allows players to develop their skills in a supportive and fun environment while enjoying the excitement of weekly matches. Each player will receive an MLS-themed uniform, adding to the professional feel of the experience. The season culminates in an end-of-season soccer festival, celebrating the hard work and progress of all the players with a day full of festivities and friendly competition. Players may choose an “optional” second day of practice during the week for an additional fee.
2024 Fall Season: August 26 - October 12 (Seven Weeks)
Practices: Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Games: Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
“Add On” Training: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
End of Season Jamboree: October 12
Field Locations: North, 100 Middle School Rd.
Team Assignments: HERE
Player Fee: $170 per season + $21 WSA (Wyoming Soccer Association) annual fee, players choosing the “add on” training at the time of registration are billed an additional $70.
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Middle School
Players currently in 6th, 7th, & 8th grades (‘24-’25 school year)
Welcome to the our Middle School Soccer Program in conjunction with TCSD. Our goal is to provide a fun and inclusive environment for middle school students to develop their soccer skills, make new friends, and learn the value of teamwork. The program runs for a 5-week season, with one practice and one game scheduled each week. Each participant will receive a jersey as part of the registration.
Our program focuses on developing fundamental soccer skills through engaging and interactive practices. Players will learn the importance of working together, supporting each other, and displaying good sportsmanship on and off the field. We welcome players of all skill levels and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate and improve. Our volunteer support staff are dedicated to providing a positive and educational soccer experience for all players.
2024 Fall Season: September 10 - October 12 (Five Weeks)
Practices: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Games: Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm
End of Season Jamboree: October 12
Field Locations: North, 100 Middle School Rd.
Player Fee: Sponsored By Teton County Recreation District Funds, After The Bell
Jackson Hole Youth Soccer Parent Volunteer Coaching
Our recreation program is fueled by a passionate network of volunteer parent-coaches. Thank you! We are grateful for the support and the commitment our volunteer coaches deliver to ensure a successful program for all involved. Note that you do not need to be an experienced coach, played soccer before, etc. We only require your passion. We will set you up with tools and resources to succeed on behalf of your parents and players. A parent coach will be given all the resources they will need to confidently coach including practice games and drills, technique information, age strategies, etc. Parent who volunteer coaches have their child’s registration fees waived. It is a small token of our appreciation for the impact and difference they make in our soccer community. If interested, please email the club - info@jacksonholeyouthsoccer.org
2023-24 Academy Title Sponsor
Thank you OutPost for your continued support of JHYS and our Academy Program.
