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RECREATIONAL SOCCER

If you're new to the world of soccer, you may have heard terms like Grassroots Soccer, Recreational Soccer, House Select and Competitive Soccer being thrown around. These terms can be confusing, especially if you've never played the game before. Don't worry; we're here to help you understand the differences between these programs and which one may be the right fit for your child.

Recreational Programs

Grassroots
4 Week Program

Grassroots Youth Soccer introduces players (ages 4-14) to the game in a low-pressure environment focused on foundational skills. Led by Fremont Rush’s professional coaches, sessions run in four-week cycles starting the first Saturday of each month, with each week building on the last to develop core soccer techniques.

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Winter & Summer Jam
6 Week Program

Designed for recreational and intermediate players, Jam offers a flexible, non-competitive training environment. Players can train up to four times a week, choosing Monday & Wednesday, Tuesday & Thursday, or all four days. The Fall Jam also includes up to three playdates, giving players game-like match experiences to apply their skills in a fun, structured setting.

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Fall & Spring Recreational
8 Week Program

Focused on fun, development, and teamwork, recreational soccer fosters a love for the game in a supportive environment. Players learn skills, build confidence, and enjoy the sport while making friends. Led by passionate coaches, the program emphasizes sportsmanship, growth, and enjoyment—ensuring every player has a great soccer experience.

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Fall & Spring House Select
8 Week Program

This program provides a formal team training format, offering structured, focused sessions to enhance skills and game understanding. Open to boys and girls, it’s ideal for players ready for a more competitive environment. Newcomers are encouraged to start with our traditional recreational program to build a solid foundation before transitioning.

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pATHWAY TO COMPETITIVE

Thinking About Competitive Soccer for Your Child?

Competitive Soccer at Fremont Rush is for players ready to take their skills to the next level. This program involves three practices per week with games on weekends, plus access to high-level tournaments and workshops. It requires dedication, commitment, and prior soccer experience but offers a rewarding pathway for serious players.

How to Transition from Recreational to Competitive Soccer

✅ Step 1: Attend a Tryout – Held ONLY in spring, tryouts allow coaches to evaluate players for placement.
✅ Step 2: Placement on a Team – Players are placed based on age and skill level.
✅ Step 3: Structured Training – Competitive players receive advanced coaching to improve technical skills, tactical awareness, and fitness.

While recreational soccer focuses on fun and participation, competitive soccer emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and achieving success. If your child is ready for the next level, we encourage them to attend tryouts and explore the opportunity!

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COMPETITIVE SOCCER

Competitive teams train a minimum of 2 times per week and, in most cases, 3 times per week for 1.5 – 2 hours each time. A strong slant is put on the technical ability of the player and also tactical awareness (this starts around age 13).

Competitive players agree to a much higher commitment level and are required to attend all scheduled training sessions, games and tournaments. Lack of attendance may reduce game playing time.

Competitive players’ parents sign a contract for the season agreeing to both expectations and financial commitments.

Competitive soccer is more expensive than Recreational soccer.

Competitive game travel is normally within 60 minutes of Fremont Rush Soccer and requires approximately 50% of games to be away games. Tournament travel can be further, depending on where the tournament location is.

Normally, Competitive teams will attend 4 to 6 tournaments per season with either an State Cup or equivalent end of regular game season tournament. All tournament fees are funded by the parents (often accomplished with fundraising).

Competitive players are required to purchase & wear training uniforms to all training sessions and are required to purchase and wear both home and away game uniforms.

RECREATIONAL SOCCER

Recreational teams typically train 1-2 times per week for 1 – 1.5 hours each time – varies greatly depending on age.

Recreational players are expected to attend all scheduled practice sessions, games and the included any interleague Fremont Rush Recreational tournament at the end of the season. Lack of attendance at practice may reduce game playing time.

Recreational players’ parents agree to expectations and financial commitments when signing up online.

Usually, all recreational games are played at Karl Nordvik or Sylvester Harvey Park. Occasionally, teams will play a team nearby once or twice per season.

Recreational teams play in one end of season tournament typically. There are options for additional tournaments.

Recreational players receive the one game uniform they need from the Club. Practice attire is any appropriate soccer clothing (cleats, shin guards, socks, athletic shorts, t-shirt).