Registration:
Registration for Arlington Rec Soccer is expected to open on or around November 5, 2025.

Practices:
Practices will begin in early March. Players and families will be contacted by the player’s coach with details about the day, time, and field.

• If you have not received communication by mid-March, please reach out to the appropriate Club Manager listed under the “Clubs” section on the Arlington Soccer website.

Games:

Kindergarten Teams:

• Spring games follow the same schedule as other teams but with seven games total.
• Saturday start times range from 8:30am - 5:30pm, with Sunday games starting at 12:15pm if needed.

1st - High School Teams:

• Games are generally scheduled on Saturdays beginning in April, with at least one Sunday game.
• Teams can expect eight (8) games in total.
• Saturday start times range from 8:00am - 6:30pm.
• Depending on the number of teams in a division, one or more Sunday afternoon games may be scheduled, starting at 12:15pm.

Inclement Weather:

• Rained-out games are automatically rescheduled on Sunday afternoons.
• If there is a full day of rain-outs on grass fields, games will move to the Rain Date weekend in June.
• Individual requests for rescheduled games cannot be accommodated.
• Always check for field closures, even on sunny days following recent rain:
  • Arlington County: 703-228-4715
  • Falls Church: 703-248-5125

Sample Game Dates:
Sample game schedules are available at the end of the calendar.

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👉 Spring 2026 Registration Calendar for Coaches and Families

Important Note:  Registration is not complete until payment is submitted. Payment date determines team placement. All registrants—including those requesting financial aid—must submit payment by the designated deadlines to secure placement.

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👉 Registration Information & Fees

November 5, 2025 – January 31, 2026: Return-to-Team Registration

• Fee: $135 per player (plus county fees)
• Who it applies to: Returning players from Fall 2025.
• Returning players registering before the end of January are automatically returned to their previous team, unless a Special Request is submitted.
• To leave a team or request a different team, you must submit a Special Request or write to your club manager or Rec Director after registration.
• New players or those making a Special Request will be placed in early to mid-February based on registration order.
• Players who did not play in Fall 2025 are not eligible for Return-to-Team and must submit a Special Request for placement consideration.

February 1, 2026 – February 16, 2026: Rec Registration Period

• Fee: $145 per player (plus county fees)
• Completed registrations during this time will be placed on available Rec teams.
• Return-to-Team placement no longer applies.

February 17, 2026 – End of Registration: Waitlist / Late Registration

• Fee: $155 per player (plus county fees)
• Registrations completed during this period will be placed on the Waitlist.
• Team placement for Waitlist registrants occurs as space becomes available, and may be finalized as late as the first scheduled games.

Note for Travel Players:

• No Travel players are permitted on Rec teams after 4th grade.
• Programs with tryouts (PAC, Travel, etc.) are considered Travel; ADP is an internal program and does not count as Travel.

Dates for Spring 2026 Season:

Date	Event
Early March	Coaches of 1st grade and above contact players’ families
Mid-March	Divisions published; Coaches receive practice schedule & location
Week of March 14	New Coach Orientation & Coach Trainings
Week of March 16	Rec practices begin for 1st grade and above (pending county approval).
Week of March 23	Kindergarten practices begin (pending county approval)
Late March	Teams’ game schedules posted on the Arlington Soccer Association website HERE

Schedule:
To view the Arlington Soccer Association Rec Soccer Schedule, please use this link here - https://arlingtonsoccer.ottosport.ai/programs/recreation/schedules-scores
 

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👉 SAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR REC TEAMS
(Pending final approval from Arlington County)

Date	Game
April 11	Game 1 - Kindergarten teams also begin this weekend. Parochial schools do not start this weekend but will have an extra Sunday game.
April 18	Game 2
April 25	Game 3
May 2	Game 4
May 9	Game 5 and Silent Soccer (see details below)
May 16	Game 6
May 23-24	NO GAMES - Memorial Day Weekend
May 30	Game 7
Any Sunday as Needed	Game 8
June 6-7	Rain Date Weekend - For Grass Field Rain-Outs

 

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👉 Special Notes & Traditions – Arlington Soccer Association

• Multiple Sunday Games: Some teams may have more than one Sunday game. This calendar is provided for illustrative purposes only.
• Fall Tradition – High School Cup:
  • A free tournament open to all High School teams. (Only in Fall)
• Spring Tradition – Silent Soccer:
  • Held on the weekend of Mother’s Day (when teams usually have Sunday off).
  • Players 2nd grade and above communicate only with each other on the field—coaches and adults do not speak during play.
  • Coaches may give instructions during half-time only.
  • Silent Soccer is a fun, long-standing Rec tradition and a unique change of pace for players.
  • More details will be provided to coaches and parents as the date approaches.

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• Register Early: Early registration increases the likelihood of placement, especially for Kinder and 1st-grade new players, as teams are smaller and space is limited.
• Payment Matters: Registration is not complete until payment is received. The date of payment determines placement eligibility.
• Special Requests:
  • Special Requests are not guaranteed.
  • Be sure to enter the full name of the player, coach, or team in Step 2.4.
  • Returning players who missed the previous season should enter their team preference in the Special Request box.
• Financial Aid:
  • Requests are typically processed within two business days.
  • To meet deadlines, register early and submit payment promptly if applying for aid.
• Proof of Age:
  • New players must provide proof of age during registration or via the separate “Upload Proof of Age” form.
  • Note: Proof of age must be uploaded after registering, due to system requirements.
• Additional Funding:
  • Grant funding is available through Dick’s Sporting Goods and All Kids Play to help families who need financial support for youth sports.
  • More information and applications can be found by visiting the links provided on the website.

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👉 Questions

For questions about Rec Soccer, please contact recdirector@arlingtonsoccer.com.