The YMCA offers youth soccer in a fun, skill-based environment. Our teams are coached by volunteers and staff and teams are formed based on age.
Cleats are highly recommended. The YMCA recommends players U7 and younger have and wear shin guards and cleats during play. Older players, U8 and above, must have and wear shin guards during play.
For competitive play, see our Challenge Soccer program.
Please be sure to review our age chart to determine your child's league.
2026 Spring Leagues
Registration opens October 1 for Members and October 15 for Program Participants. All league ages are subject to change based on overall program interest.
A.E. Finley YMCA
February 28 - April 25, 2026
Coed: U5 & U6
Girls: U8, U10, U12, U14 & U16
Boys: U8, U10, U12, U14 & U16
Chapel Hill - Carrboro YMCA
Saturdays, March 28 - May 23, 2026
Coed: U4, U6, U8, U11 & U14
Girls: U8 & U11
Kerr Family YMCA
*hosted at Camp Kanata (13524 Camp Kanata Rd, Wake Forest 27587)
Saturdays, April 11 - June 6, 2026
Coed: U5 - U6 (10 - 11:30 a.m.) and U7 - U8 (11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.)
Kraft Family Y
Feb. 23 - April 18, 2026
Coed: U5, U6, U7, U8, U9-10, U11-12
Girls only: U9-10, U11-12, U13-15
Lakewood YMCA
March 23 - May 24, 2026
Coed: U6, U8, U9-10, U11-12
Girls: U9-10, U11-12
Northwest Cary Y
Feb. 23 - April 18, 2026
Coed: U5, U6, U7, U8, U9-10, U11-12, U13-15
Girls only: U9-10, U11-12
Poole Family YMCA
March 21 - May 9, 2026
Coed: U4, U6, U8, U10, U13
Fall Soccer Skills Academy
In YMCA Skills Academy, players are split up by skill level. This format can be good for new soccer players or experienced players. During the first part of each session, players work on a specific skill such as dribbling and ball control or footwork. During the second part of the session, players divide into small-sided teams and play games specifically designed to focus on that skill.
Parents
Parents are expected to remain onsite (fields and gyms) as the primary supervisor of their child. This includes taking their children to the restroom and addressing any challenges that may arise. This allows our coaches to focus on leading practices and games. In addition, YMCA sports staff will be present at all practices and games.
Coaches
Youth sports soccer teams are led by volunteer coaches. All volunteer coaches undergo a background check and training. Opportunities are available for coaches and assistant coaches at all locations.
Sports Directors
A.E. Finley YMCA: Jared Hardin
Alexander Family YMCA: Eric Rhinehalt
Chapel Hill - Carrboro YMCA: Jonathan Washburn
Chatham Park YMCA: Annalee Workman
Durham YMCAs: Lexx Daniels
East Triangle YMCA: Erin Lewis
Kerr Family YMCA: Leah Thompson
Kraft Family YMCA: Kelly Guerriero
Northwest Cary and Taylor Family YMCAs: Chris Avery
Poole Family YMCA: Noah Franklin
Southeast Raleigh YMCA: Anthony Simmons