Gulf Coast Soccer Club offers a dynamic and inclusive RECREATIONAL soccer program that caters to players of all ages, skill and commitment levels.

With a focus on enjoyment and development, the program provides multiple age-based opportunities for play:

• Center of Excellence Mini-Academy U5 (2021) | 5v5
  • ALL U5 PLAYERS who want to sample weekend games, START HERE in the Center of Excellence, Mini-Academy Program. It is a fun, care-free environment that offers players training and a weekend game. At the end of the U5 Season, players, parents and coaches have choices about how they wish to continue their soccer journey, by either remaining in the Recreational Soccer program at the U6 age group, or by progressing into the U6 Center of Excellence Program. When joining the U6 age groups, the two options are:
    • Remaining in the Recreational Program's U6 Age Group (below).
    • Join the Center of Excellence at U6 (see here).
• Rec - U6 (2020) | 5v5
• Rec - U7-U8 (2019-2018) | 5v5
• Rec - U9-U10 (2017-2016) | 7v7
• Rec - U11-U12 (2015-2014) | 9v9
• Rec - U13-U19 (2013-2007) | 11v11

The above RECREATIONAL playing formats (5v5-11v11) align perfectly with our Center of Excellence Academy Program (U5-U10) as well as our Competitive Program (U11-U19), should players ever feel the need to challenge themselves more and move from Recreational soccer, into these competitive programs.

The recreational program is ideal for both beginners and those looking to enjoy the game socially while still developing their soccer skills.

Coaching in the recreational program is provided by volunteer coaches who receive structured support and session plans through the Gulf Coast curriculum. 

The program features twice-weekly training sessions and one game every Saturday, offering a consistent and structured environment where players can hone their abilities and stay active. 

This approach aligns with the club’s Long-Term Player Development model, ensuring that every participant receives the right support to grow at their own pace.

For those content with recreational play, the program fosters a lifelong love for the game, encouraging participants to stay active as players, coaches, or referees throughout their lives.

If you have questions or need registration assistance, please email us at questions@gcysc.com.

Registration for the fall 2025 season is NOW OPEN!

Note that we are transitioning to a new registration platform called PLAYMETRCS. We hope you find it easier to navigate and register your players. Review our fall registration fees HERE or register now using the QR code below...

REGISTRATION:

• ONLINE REGISTRATION: Open through July 8, 2025
• IN PERSON REGISTRATION: June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 10 AM - 2 PM (GC Soccer Complex, Academy Sports and Outdoors)
• EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: $15 if you register before June 15th
• FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE.
• More information on the Registration Webpage

If you need any assistance, please email us at questions@gcysc.com. Tenga en cuenta que estamos migrando a una nueva plataforma de registro llamada PLAYMETRCS. Esperamos que le resulte más fácil navegar y registrar a sus jugadores. Si necesita ayuda, envíenos un correo electrónico a questions@gcysc.com.

If you have any questions about registrations or PLAYMETRICS, please reach out to our member services team at questions@gcysc.com.