Play Soccer at the YMCA of San Diego County
The YMCA of San Diego County offers multiple soccer programs and activities, ranging from youth or adult soccer leagues to training clinics and soccer-focused fall day camps.
With the YMCA’s mission in mind, our experienced coaches and trainers encourage a healthy competitive spirit that’s driven by supportive teamwork and good sportsmanship. Each player is also encouraged to achieve their own personal fitness goals while developing their soccer skills and knowledge of the game, whether they’re playing in a clinic or league.
Soccer Activities Offered at the YMCA
The Y offers soccer leagues, lessons and clinics for kids who are 3 to 17 years old. Leagues offer recreational and competitive programs where participants will be included on teams and play games against one another. Lessons and clinics focus on teaching participants about sportsmanship, skill development and strength training.
SOCCER LEAGUES - YOUTH & ADULT
YOUTH & PEEWEE RECREATIONAL LEAGUES | AGES 3-17
YMCA recreational soccer leagues feature age-appropriate rules and focus on skill development, teamwork and game understanding. Practices build individual skills, while games emphasize learning the sport in a fun, supportive environment.
Led by Y volunteer coaches, league games take place at various YMCA locations across San Diego County on Saturdays.
PLAY SOCCER WITH SAN DIEGO WAVE FC
As the Y’s official youth soccer technical partner, San Diego Wave FC will provide direction and guidance to our volunteer coaches, sponsor co-branded team jerseys.
Practice schedules vary branch to branch, all games take place on Saturdays, unless noted otherwise. Once enrolled, your child’s coaches will contact you with more information. Note: Registration for all leagues remains open until teams are full.
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Coed Soccer Leagues (Ages 6-17) | FIND SESSIONS
Games take place on Saturdays with practices during the week. Specific game times will be determined after teams are formed. Please note that some traveling is required.
Equipment Needed: All participants should wear athletic attire to practice and games: cleats/turf Shoes, shorts and t-shirt. Jerseys will be handed to each participant prior to the first game. If jersey delivery is delayed, all parents will be notified via email. Shin guards are required to practice and play.
Practice Schedule: First practice September 24, 2025
- Ages 6-7 & 8-9: Wednesdays | 5:30-6:30pm
- Ages 10-12: Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm
- Ages 13-17: Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30pm
Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at mvalle@ymcasd.org for more information.
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Coed Youth League (Ages 6-13) | FIND SESSIONS
League includes one practice and one game on a weekly basis. Games will take place on Saturdays.
Game Schedule: Saturdays Starting October 4, 2025
- Division 1 (Ages 6-7): 6:00-7:00pm
- Division 2 (Ages 8-9): 6:00-7:00pm
- Division 3 (Ages 10-13): 6:00-7:00pm
Practice Schedule: Beginning Week of October 4, 2025:
- Division 1 (Ages 6-7): Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00pm
- Division 2 (Ages 8-9): Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00pm
- Division 3 (Ages 10-13): Thursdays from 6:00-7:00pm
Questions? Contact our Sports Coordinator, Kellen Hatfield at khatfield1@ymcasd.org.
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Coed Youth Leagues (Ages 6-17) | FIND SESSIONS
Games take place on Saturdays with practices during the week. Specific game times will be determined after teams are formed. Game schedule will be released on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
Equipment Needed:
- Loose clothing
- Shin guards (required)
- Cleats (optional)
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
Game Schedule: Saturdays, starting October 4, 2025
- Division 1 (Ages 5-6): Mondays from 5:30-6:30pm | First practice September 22.
- Division 2 (Ages 7-8): Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm | First practice September 22.
- Division 3 (Ages 9-10): Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30pm | First practice September 23.
- Division 4 (Ages 11-12): Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm | First practice September 23.
- Division 5 (Ages 13-17): Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30pm | First practice September 24.
Questions? Please email Program Director, Ferrari Funches at ffunches@ymcasd.org for more information.
MAGDALENA ECKE FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Leagues includes one practice and one game on a weekly basis. Games will take place on Saturdays with one coach-scheduled practice per week (coaches will email parents practice schedule).
- Peewee Coed Leagues (Ages 3-5) | FIND SESSIONS
- Youth Coed Leagues (Ages 6-14) | FIND SESSIONS
Game Schedule: Saturdays Starting October 4, 2025
- Peewee (Ages 3-5): 8:00–10:00am
- Youth (Ages 6-7): 8:00–10:00am
- Youth (Ages 8-9): 9:00–11:00am
- Youth (Ages 10-11): 10:00am–12:00pm
- Youth (Ages 12-14): 11:00am–1:00pm
MCGRATH FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Peewee coed leagues for ages 3-5 | FIND SESSIONS
Games take place on Saturdays with practices during the week. Specific practice times/days will be determined after teams are formed.
Coed leagues for ages 6-13 | FIND SESSIONS
Games take place on Saturdays with practices during the week. Specific practice times/days will be determined after teams are formed.
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
STREET SOCCER
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
Come out and play street soccer, futsal’s more casual cousin, at Mission Valley YMCA! This fast-paced game is fun and strengthens soccer skills and soccer IQ. Players are on the move constantly, building both offensive and defensive skills. It’s a great opportunity to improve agility and build confidence. It’s an action-packed game that kids will love and parents will love to watch!
FALL 2025
We play street soccer on our mini-pitch field sponsored by the Alex Morgan Foundation. Games are two action-packed 14-minute halves, played on Sunday afternoons.
No experience is necessary! Players split into teams each week. Playing with different people helps strengthen communication and teamwork skills. Optional practices are held each Friday. Shin guards required; no cleats.
Questions? Contact our Sports Director, Nicole Kamal at nkamal@ymcasd.org for more information.
Youth Street Soccer League:
- Division 1 (Ages 5-7): Sunday games from 4:15-5:15pm
- Division 2 (Ages 8-9): Sunday games from 5:15-6:15pm
- Division 3 (Ages 10-12): Sunday games from 4:15-5:15pm
- Division 4 (Ages 13-17): Sunday games from 5:15-6:15pm
Girls Pickup Futsal League:
- Ages 9-14: Sunday games from 11:00am-1:00pm
- FREE to play; registration required.
TOBY WELLS YMCA
FALL 2025
Registration Closes: September 12, 2025
Coed Leagues (Ages 5-14) | FIND SESSIONS
League includes one practice and one game on a weekly basis. Games will take place on Saturdays.
Game Schedule: Saturdays Starting October 4, 2025
- Division 1 (Ages 5-7): 9:00–10:00am
- Division 2 (Ages 8-9): 10:00–11:00am
- Division 3 (Ages 10-14): 11:00am–12:00pm
Assessment Schedule:
- Division 1: Wednesday, Sept. 24 | 5:00–6:00pm
- Division 2: Thursdays Sept. 25 | 5:00–6:00pm
- Division 3: Wednesday, Sept. 24 | 6:00– 8:00pm
Practice Schedule:
- Division 1: Wednesdays from 5:00–6:00pm
- Division 2: Thursdays from 5:00–6:00pm
- Division 3: Wednesdays from 6:00–8:00pm
T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan Family YMCA
FALL 2025
Coed Soccer Leagues (Ages 6-12) | FIND SESSIONS
Games on Saturdays with one coach-scheduled practice per week on Tuesdays.
Equipment required: Turf soccer shoes (no spikes).
Game Schedule: Saturdays, starting October 4, 2025
Questions? Please email Sports Director, Chris Cerda at ccerda1@ymcasd.org for more information.
ADULT LEAGUES
We are offering both competitive and recreational leagues for male, female and coed teams throughout several branches in San Diego County. Our adult soccer leagues are a great way to improve your skills and stay in shape while playing with friends!
No team? No worries. Contact your sports director or sports department for more information.
Note: Registration for all leagues remains open until teams are full.
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA
Men’s 18+ Arena Soccer Division
In order to register, please contact Mike Valle at mvalle@ymcasd.org or call (619) 428-9622 ext 2510.
- League games take place Mondays at 6:30pm.
Interested in other Adult Soccer Leagues? Our soccer arena is available on other nights for potential women, co-ed, 30+, etc. leagues. Please contact Mike Valle for inquires.
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
FALL 2025
Mens Arena Soccer Leagues (Ages 21+) | FIND SESSIONS
League schedules:
- Ages 45+ | Tuesdays | 6:00pm
- Ages 35+ | Wednesdays | 6:00pm
- Ages 21+ | Thursdays | 6:00pm
MAGDALENA ECKE FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Adult Leagues (Ages 18+) | FIND SESSIONS
Leagues Offered:
- Coed 18+ | Mondays or Thursdays | 6:00pm
- Coed 30+ | Fridays | 6:00pm
- Coed 40+ | Sundays | 2:00pm
- Women’s 30+ | Mondays | 6:00pm
- Men’s 18+| Tuesdays or Wednesdays | 6:00pm
For more information, contact Ryan Brent at rabrent@ymcasd.org.
TOBY WELLS YMCA
FALL 2025
Adult Leagues (Ages 18+)
League Schedules:
COED 6v6 |Arena Soccer League | FIND SESSIONS
- 8-Week League: 7 Regular Weeks and 1 Playoff Week
- Start Date:
- Session 1: September 16, 2025
- Session 2: November 18, 2025
- Game Times: Tuesdays, 6:00–10:00pm
Women’s Pick Up | Arena Soccer League | FIND SESSIONS
- Schedule: Wednesdays
- Game Times: 7:00–9:00pm
Men’s 30+ | Arena Soccer League | FIND SESSIONS
- 8-Week League: 7 Regular Weeks and 1 Playoff Week
- Start Date:
- Session 1: September 18, 2025
- Sessions 2: November 20, 2025
- Game Times: Thursdays, 6:00PM – 10:00PM
For more information, please contact kcoburn@ymcasd.org.
T. CLAUDE AND GLADYS B. RYAN FAMILY YMCA
FALL 2025
Adult Coed Soccer Leagues (Ages 18+) | FIND SESSIONS
Equipment required: Turf soccer shoes (no spikes).
Game Schedule: Sundays, starting October 5, 2025
Interested in pick-up play?
Join us for pick-up games! Check the program finder for available pick-up games!
Questions? Please email Sports Director, Chris Cerda at ccerda1@ymcasd.org for more information.
ADULT open play & pickup
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA - OPEN PLAY
Coed Open Play (Ages 18+) | FIND SESSIONS
- All are invited to join us on our new field for open play on Mondays and Tuesdays at 6:00pm.
MCGRATH FAMILY YMCA - PICKUP SOCCER
FALL 2025
Coed Pickup Soccer (Ages 18+) | FIND SESSIONS
- Games: 7:00–9:00pm, Fridays, starting in August. All skill levels are welcome. Games are casual and focused on enjoyment, teamwork and friendly competition. Come out and play hard while having a great time!
Adult Mens Soccer League (Ages 18+) | FIND SESSIONS
- Schedule: 7:00–9:00pm, Tuesdays, starting in August. All skill levels are welcome. Games are casual and focused on enjoyment, teamwork and friendly competition. Come out and play hard while having a great time!
Questions? Contact Josh Ichull, jichullingya@ymcasd.org
SOCCER LESSONS & CLINICS
PEEWEE LESSONS
Children ages 3-5 can develop motor skills, stay active and have fun with friends in our Peewee Soccer lessons! Offered on a month-to-month basis, these engaging sessions introduce young players to the game in a supportive and playful environment. Click your branch below for details!
YOUTH CLINICS
Youth clinics for ages 6 and older focus on teaching participants about sportsmanship, skill development and strength training. Registration is ongoing for monthly sessions. Click your branch below for details!
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA
Coed Soccer Clinics (Ages 6-12) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players.
Questions? Contact our Sports Coordinator, Kellen Hatfield at khatfield1@ymcasd.org.
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
Coed Soccer Clinics (Ages 6-12) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.
Questions? Please email Program Director, Ferrari Funches at ffunches@ymcasd.org for more information.
JOE AND MARY MOTTINO FAMILY YMCA
Coed Soccer Clinics (Ages 6-10) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.
MAGDALENA ECKE FAMILY YMCA
- Ages 6-9: Mondays from 3:30-4:30pm
- Ages 10-12: Mondays from 4:40-5:40pm
MCGRATH FAMILY YMCA
Coed Soccer Clinics (Ages 6-12) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.
south bay family ymca
Coed clinics for ages 6-12 | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly dribbling and footwork clinics are available for ages 6-12.
T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan Family YMCA
Coed Soccer Clinics (Ages 5-13) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.
Mission valley ymca
- Fridays from 4:15-5:00pm
MORE SOCCER
Soccer Camps
Day Camp Options
The Y also offers several sport-based day camps that focus on soccer! Find the soccer camp that is right for your on our day camp page.
1:1 SOCCER SESSIONS
AVAILABLE AT RANCHO FAMILY YMCA
Level up your soccer game with one-on-one lessons! Our experienced coaches tailor each session to boost your skills, sharpen technique and build confidence. Play smarter, faster and stronger — find the package that’s right for you today!