Recreational Program

Our Recreational program is designed as an introduction to the sport, focusing on skills, character development and having fun. We create a safe, positive environment for kids to play and learn soccer.

Pride’s recreational program is intended for players who have never played soccer before, want a lower commitment, inexpensive soccer experience, or for players who want to play for fun! This is the lowest level program we offer at Pride.

We have a variety of players with different skill sets and experience levels. We emphasize the importance of learning, fun, and enjoyment of the sport. 

Beginning in Fall 2025, we are excited to announce some new changes to our recreational program! 

We have been working on a new game format for our U4 to U7 age groups. 

We are changing the way our youngest players play the game!

U4-U5 ‘Pride Cubs’ will play 5 games on Friday evenings. These age groups will play 3v3 with 2 goals each team can score on (total of 4 goals on the field).

The U7 age group will play 5v5 (4 field players + 1 GK). 

If you do not have a PlayMetrics account, please follow these instructions to register for a program:

1. Download the PlayMetrics app.

2. Click on the red ‘register now’ button at the top of the page and create an account

3. Add your child as a player. If you have multiple children, be sure to add all as your players.

4. Navigate to club programs and you will see available programs for each child.

5. Select the program you want to register for and check out to complete registration. To register for a recreational league, you will select ‘Recreational Spring/Fall 2025’. For other recreational programs such as camps, you will find the appropriate program name.

If you do have a PlayMetrics account already, only follow step 3 and 4 to register for a program.

For the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 season, pricing is below:

U4-U6: $110.00

U7: $135.00

U8: $150

U9-U10: $195.00

U11-U16: $195.00

*Fees do not include the price of the uniform.

Late fee of $10 will be added on to regular prices once registration closes and the waitlist is active.

PlayMetrics is the software that Pride Soccer uses to communicate important information such as player placement, game schedules, updates for the season, and allows you to register for club programs available to your player.

1. Download the PlayMetrics app to your mobile device.

2. Log into your account or create an account by clicking on the register now button in red located on this page.

3. Turn on notifications by going to the top left corner icon -> click on Account -> click on settings -> scroll down to communication preferences -> select mobile app check box options -> make sure system notifications are enabled as well.

4.  On the bottom banner, you should see home, calendar, my team, programs, and menu. The home option shows upcoming events and you have the ability to sync your calendar. The calendar will show your game schedule and practice schedule if your coach has uploaded it to PlayMetrics. Under my teams (if you have multiple children) you will be able to toggle between each team your child is on to see information. You are also able to see coach contact information by scrolling to the bottom. Programs will show programs available to your children that you can register for. Under menu, you are able to add additional family members to your account by clicking on Family Contacts, so they can receive communications and see calendar event details for practice, games, and more.

What does the “U” stand for in the age groups? 

In youth soccer, age groups are typically identified by a number proceeded by the letter “U,” which stands for “Under.” For instance, a U6 league or camp is for players 6 and under.

Our recreational program accepts players starting at U4 and extending to U16. Our recreational program operates off of school year birth dates. Please review what age group your child would fall in using this chart below. Our registration will auto detect your player’s age and correctly place them in their appropriate age group. 

Age Group Birthdates for the Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 season

Click here to view the birthdates chart. 

Teams within each age group will be formed based on these bullet points. Returning players will get first priority to return to a coach/team that they played on the season prior.

• If the player registration is requesting a specific coach.
• If the player registration is indicating a specific zip code or area preference.
• If the player registration is indicating another special request that we can accommodate.

Teams are formed based on age group and gender of the players. Players are not allowed to play below their designated age group unless a doctor’s note is provided before each season. Players are allowed to play up an age group. For example, a U9 player cannot play in the U8 age group, but that U9 player can play in the U10 age group. The correct age group for your player will populate during the registration process in PlayMetrics. If you want your player to play up an age group, please make this apparent in your registration under ‘special requests’ and we will manually move your player to that age group. Please note that the certain age group transfers below will prompt additional fees.

U6 player moving to U7 age group

U7 player moving to U8 age group

U8 player moving to U9 age group

Please understand that there is not a team in every zip code in the Colorado Springs area and the number of teams in each age group varies, so we will place players on the closest available team to them.

 All recreational players are required to purchase a recreational uniform. The uniform will include a red and white jersey, black shorts, and black socks. The uniform is separate from the recreational registration fee. Pricing varies based on sizes and will range from $55 – $70.

To order a uniform online, please click on the link below. Online orders can take up to 5 weeks to be delivered, so order early!

Order Your Rec Soccer Uniforms Here

We have uniforms available for purchase in the Pride Office located at 5955 Lehman Drive, unit 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. You are welcome to walk in from 10 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday – Friday to purchase a uniform. It is recommended to call our front desk to ensure we have the correct sizes for your child.

The home team is listed first, and will wear the RED JERSEY. The away team is listed second, and will wear the WHITE JERSEY. Please always pack both jerseys on game day.

Players are required to wear shins guards.

Players are recommend to have:

• Cleats (no football cleats / baseball)
• A water bottle 
• Soccer ball
• Appropriate athletic clothing 

Please mark all equipment with your player’s name. 

If there is incoming weather, please make sure players wear appropriate attire. Players are allowed to wear warm gear underneath their uniform, but their jersey must be visible during games. Hats, gloves, sweats, and undergarment underneath the jersey are permitted.

We have 6 different venues that your child could potentially play at throughout the recreational season. Those venues are listed below. 

El Pomar Sports Park
2212 Executive Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Cottonwood Creek Park
7040 Rangewood Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Woodland Hills Park
3617 Woodland Hills Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Mary Kyer Park
1102 Middle Creek Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80921

Lewis Palmer High School
1300 Higby Road, Monument, CO 80132

Grant Park
3215 Westwood Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

At all locations, the designated home team will occupy the North or West sideline.  Away teams will occupy the South or East sideline.  

All locations maintain a policy of no smoking, vaping or alcohol.

We handle team placements based on the date and time you register, giving priority to the earliest entries. To ensure you successfully return to your specific team, please secure your spot by registering promptly at the start of the registration window.

Please note, players who take a season off are not guaranteed their spot back.

Please note our refund policy below:

PRIOR to the release of the game schedule, we can provide a refund of all but $25 per player.

There are no refunds once the game schedule is released.

Full refunds will be issued only for these reasons below.

• If Pride Soccer is unable to place your child on a team.
• Your child has an injury/illness and cannot participate, please provide Eli Stauffer or Matt Couch a physician’s note within 2 weeks of the injury/illness.
• If your family moves more than 50 miles from the primary residence prior to the start of the season. 

No refunds or credits will be issued for any other reason. Conflicts with practice schedules or location are not grounds for refund.

There will be no reimbursements granted for any programming cancelled due to forfeited games, weather, pandemic or acts of God.

We are almost always looking for coaches!

If you’re interested, email Matt Couch or Elijah Stauffer.

Why Coach?

– Head coaches get their child’s registration fee waived!

– Coaches get to decide practice logistics (location, days of the week, and time) to provide convenience for your personal schedule.

– We provide you with training session resources, like drills and activities you can do with your team based on their age and gear!

– We work to accommodate the game schedule to your personal needs!

– Get involved with our community and get the opportunity to teach the sport to young kids!

Recommendations

The coach is responsible for selecting the practice location, days of the week, and times. We recommend that your practice location is relatively close to where you live, as most teams are formed based on zip code. If this isn’t the case, we recommend a practice location that is central to the players on your team. The practice location should be a free city or neighborhood park. Pride does not reserve field space for any recreational teams. If you need help finding a park, click here.

Age Appropriate Practice length guidelines:

U4-U6 Age Group: 1 practice per week, 45 minutes.

U7-U8 Age Group: 1 or 2 practices per week, 45 minutes – 1 hour.

U9-U10 Age Group: 2 practices per week, 1 hour.

U11-U15 Age Group: 2 practices per week, 1 hour – 1 hour and 15 minutes.

The coach is responsible for contacting all team members and communicating the practice schedule. Coaches are recommended to upload the practice schedule into the PlayMetrics app, so that it is visible for all participants. We recommend starting practice at least a week prior to the first game, although some teams like to begin before then.

Volunteer to field marshal during the recreational season! This is an easy way to work off fees.

Field marshals will be assigned to one of our locations to supervise all activities at the park. Field marshals are considered a representative of the club and a point of contact for all coaches and members at the club. Information and roles/responsibilities will be provided to you prior to your shift.

E-mail our volunteer coordinator Kristin Mezey for more details. Please ask about other avenues to work off fees if you are interested.

The recreational program provides two seasons per year (Spring and Fall). We do not offer any leagues during the summer or winter time. 

The recreational league format typically follows an 8 week game schedule. Games are played each Saturday, any time from 8 AM to 5 PM, at the venues provided above under the ‘where will games be played at during the season?’ tab. During the spring season, we will have Sunday make-up dates that we will reschedule games to if there is weather related cancellations. 

*For the Spring 2025 league, the format follows a 7 week game schedule to avoid spring break dates and Memorial weekend.* 

The game schedule will be released for the entire season a week and a half before the start of the first game.

If you played the previous season, you don’t need to purchase a new uniform unless you just want to.

If you’re new or have grown out of your uniform, you can order online by clicking on the order Rec uniform button at the top of the page. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery just in case. All rec uniforms come with a red and white jersey, black shorts, and black socks.

The recreational program offers these activities each calendar year:

– 2 recreational leagues (fall/spring seasons)

– 2 Winter skills clinics (typically during January-February)

– Spring break camp (towards the end of March)

– 2 summer skills clinics (June and July)

– 1 Recreational tournament (Veteran’s Cup 2025: October 31st-November 2nd)

To review a specific camp or tournament, please navigate to the ‘Camps and Clinics’ or ‘Tournaments’ tab to view information about these programs.  

Recreational Objectives & Sessions

Click Here for Overview of Rules.

Click Here for U4-U5 Rules.

Click Here for U6-U7 Rules.

Click Here for U8 Rules.

Click Here for U9-U10 Rules.

Click Here for U11-U16 Rules.

Coaches

• Set a good example for your players and team
• Represent yourself, your players and Pride Soccer
• Provide each player with a positive experience, safe environment and at least 50% play time
• Teach the players!

Parents

• Focus on the experience rather than the result and performance
• Positive and encouraging; not coaching from sidelines

Players

• Have fun
• Respect teammates, coaches, referees and opponents
• Be coachable!!!

*At all locations, the designated home team will wear red uniforms and will occupy the North or West sideline.  Away teams will wear white uniforms and take the South or East sideline.  

What to do in event of a ‘blowout’
Add players; work on tactics*
Zero tolerance of abuse of players, parents, coaches or referees – Referees are typically juniors, training prior to taking charge of competitive games. They are learning the role and need our help!