Recreational Program


About Rec Program

City SC Carlsbad Directors of Recreation, Gregg & Adam

The City SC Carlsbad Recreational Program is the foundation of City SC, serving over 4000 recreational players within Carlsbad & the North County area. City SC Carlsbad is dedicated to providing a fun, safe and community based program. It is our mission to offer a program where players have the opportunity to technically improve while having fun and building a love of the game, as well as providing unlimited growth opportunities for players of all skill levels and potentially acting as a stepping stone into the competitive program. Please click here to view our City SC player pathway.

The City SC Carlsbad Recreational Program is overseen by the Director of Recreation, Gregg Cacioppo, and the Assistant Director of Recreation, Adam Martin.

If you are looking for a place to play then look no further. City SC Carlsbad has the experience, knowledge and resources to fulfill every soccer players’ needs.

City SC Carlsbad runs three recreational seasons in the calendar year. First of which is the 6 week Winter League, followed shortly after by our 6 week Spring League, finally followed by our widely popular Fall Recreation League which runs from August – November. Fall registration ends in June and this league fills up quickly so be sure to sign up right away.

CONTACT US

Director of Recreation: Gregg Cacioppo | info@citysccarlsbad.com
Assistant Director of Recreation: Adam Martin | info@citysccarlsbad.com
VP of Recreation: Cheryl Rogrow | cheryl@ourcitysc.com

2025 Fall Season

Get ready for another amazing season with City SC Carlsbad! We are excited to announce that Fall 2025 registration is now officially open! Last season was a huge success, with hundreds of young athletes building skills, making friends, and enjoying the game we all love. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the fun this fall!

📢 Lock in the Early Bird rate before March 17!

2025 Registration Fees:

✅ U5 & U7 – $215 Early Bird | $250 Regular | $275 Last Chance
✅ U8-U19 – $260 Early Bird | $300 Regular | $325 Last Chance

Registration Deadlines:

  • Early Bird: March 7 – March 17
  • Regular Registration: March 17 – June 3
  • Last Chance Registration: June 3 – July 6
  • Registration Closes: July 6, 2025 – Don’t miss out!

City SC Carlsbad Recreational Program

Our recreational program is for everyone! We welcome players ages 3-18, and all levels are encouraged to join. Our focus is on skill development, teamwork, and fun in a well-organized, community-driven environment.
📍 For more details on the Fall 2025 program, including FAQs CLICK HERE.

For your convenience, we offer two location-based registration options:

  • NORTH CARLSBAD (fields north of Palomar Airport Rd): Zone 5, Magnolia, Chase, Hope, Calavera Hills, Jefferson, Valley, Buena Vista
  • SOUTH CARLSBAD (fields south of Palomar Airport Rd): Zone 5, La Costa Heights, La Costa Meadows, Alga Norte, Aviara Park, Poinsettia Park, Stagecoach Park, El Camino Creek, Mission Estancia

Age Brackets & Game Formats

  • U5 (Born 2021) – 4v4
  • U6/U7 (Born 2020/2019) – 4v4
  • U8 (Born 2018) – 5v5
  • U9/U10 (Born 2017/2016) – 7v7
  • U11/U12 (Born 2015/2014) – 9v9
  • U13/U14 (Born 2013/2012) – 11v11
  • U15/U16 (Born 2011/2010) – 11v11*
  • U17/U18/U19 (Born 2009-2008) – 11v11*
    *U16 and U19 teams compete in the SoCal Super Rec League, which schedules games on Saturdays or Sundays.

What’s Included in Registration?

✅ Home & away City SC Carlsbad uniforms
✅ Personalized trophy (U14 & below)
✅ Picture package
✅ Certified USSF referees (U8 & up)
✅ Field setup & take down
✅ Cal South trained & licensed volunteer coaches

Important Registration Details

⚽ All registration is online
⚽ Waitlist: After July 6, players will be placed on a waitlist and added only if space is available. Buddy/team requests are not guaranteed for waitlisted players.
⚽ Season Dates: August 11 – November 9, 2025
⚽ Buddy Requests:

  • One reciprocal buddy request per player (must be in the same division)
  • Requests must be entered at the time of registration – NO email requests accepted

Volunteer Coaches Needed!

We rely on dedicated volunteers to coach our teams. Training & resources are provided! Interested in coaching? CLICK HERE to sign up!

Play Up Request & Cancellation Policy

  • If you’d like your child to play up an age group, CLICK HERE to fill out a request form (not all requests will be approved)
  • Refunds will only be given if:
    • A player suffers an injury before the first game (doctor’s note required)
    • We are unable to place a player due to a lack of available teams

📧 For registration issues, contact us via the TeamSnap chat feature.

Don’t Wait – Secure Your Spot Today!

We’re looking forward to an amazing Fall 2025 season! Register early to guarantee your spot and save with the Early Bird rate before March 17th!

Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


2025 Winter League

2026 Winter League Registration Open Date Will Be Released In Due Course
City SC Carlsbad Recreation offers two very unique Winter Soccer Programs for children with the birth years 2021-2012. Each program runs 6 weeks and only meets on Saturdays. Please see below for more information on each program.

2021-2018 4v4 Winter League Jamboree

Our Winter Jamboree is geared for children aged 3-7 years old. The goal for this program is all about development and learning the skills needed to play in a full season of soccer. This is a great environment as an introduction to the sport and/or for the experienced player looking to get some great coaching from our professional coaching staff. Each week there will be a new focus and each child will get hundreds of touches on the ball in just an hour session. Our professional staff will teach our future stars some new skills and proper soccer technique with creative and fun games and drills. Every session will end in a small sided game where parents can cheer on their favorite little soccer stars!

AGES: Boys & Girls aged 3-7 (birth years 2021-2018)
DATES: Saturdays, Feb 8-Mar 22, 2025 (Excludes presidents day weekend)
TIMES (subject to change):

  • Boys & Girls 2021/2020: 8:30-9:30am
  • Boys 2019/2018: 9:45-10:45am
  • Girls 2019/2018: 11am-12pm

LOCATION: Poinsettia Community Park
COST: $155 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 Professional Coaches Sessions)
NOTE: Once you sign up you will receive an acceptance email and your payment method will be charged
REGISTER: CLICK HERE to register NOW!
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE JAN 1 OR WHEN DIVISIONS FILL
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child
BUDDY REQUESTS: For Jamboree League we will send out a buddy request form closer to the start date

2017-2012 7v7 Winter League Pick Up

Our Winter 7v7 League is a great way for our recreation players to stay in soccer shape while still having time for other Winter/Spring Activities. All sessions are run on Saturdays only with a 30 min practice before each game. Teams will be run by a volunteer coach and play other teams in the league in a 7v7 format so each player gets maximum touches on the ball during each game.

AGES: Boys & Girls 8-13 (birth years 2017-2012)
DATES: Saturdays, Feb 1-Mar 15, 2024 (Excludes presidents day weekend)
TIMES:

  • Girls U10 (2017/2016) 8:30AM-10:00AM
  • Boys U10 (2017/2016) 10:00AM-11:30AM
  • Girls U12 (2015/2014) 11:30AM-1:00PM
  • Boys U12 (2015/2014) 1:00PM-2:30PM
  • Boys & Girls (2013/2012) 2:30PM-4:00PM – please note this could be co-ed depending on sign ups

LOCATION: Aviara Community Park
COST: $185 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 games with a licensed Referee)
COACHES: The 7v7 league is run by volunteer coaches, if you are interested in coaching then please fill out the following form by CLICKING HERE
REGISTER: CLICK HERE to register NOW!
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE JAN 1 OR WHEN DIVISIONS FILL
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child
BUDDY REQUESTS: For 7v7 Winter League we do not offer buddy requests due to the size and structure of the program

Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


2025 Spring League

Spring League Registration is NOW CLOSED due to the program being full.City SC Carlsbad Recreation offers two very unique Spring Soccer Programs for children ages 3-13. Each program runs 6 weeks and only meets on Saturdays. Please see below for more information on each program.

2021-2018 4v4 Spring League Jamboree

Our Spring Jamboree is geared for children aged 3-7 years old. The goal for this program is all about development and learning the skills needed to play in a full season of soccer. This is a great environment as an introduction to the sport and/or for the experienced player looking to get some great coaching from our professional coaching staff. Each week there will be a new focus and each child will get hundreds of touches on the ball in just an hour session. Our professional staff will teach our future stars some new skills and proper soccer technique with creative and fun games and drills. Every session will end in a small sided game where parents can cheer on their favorite little soccer stars!

AGES: *Boys & Girls aged 3-7 (birth years 2021-2018)DATES: Saturdays, Apr 5-May 17
No session April 19 for Easter WeekendTIMES (subject to change):

  • Boys & Girls 2021/2020: 8:30-9:30am
  • Boys 2019/2018: 9:45-10:45am
  • Girls 2019/2018: 11am-12pm

LOCATION: Buena Vista Elementary SchoolCOST: $155 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 Professional Coaches Sessions)NOTE: Once you sign up you will receive an acceptance email and your payment method will be chargedREGISTER: Registration is NOW CLOSED due to program being full
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE MARCH 15 OR WHEN DIVISIONS ARE FULL.
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child.

2017-2012 7v7 Spring League Pick Up

Our Spring 7v7 League is a great way for our recreation players to stay in soccer shape while still having time for other Spring Activities. All sessions are run on Saturdays with a 30 min practice before each game. Teams will be run by a volunteer coach and play other teams in the league in a 7v7 format so each player gets maximum touches on the ball during each game.

AGES: *Boys & Girls 8-13 (birth years 2017-2012)DATES: Saturdays, Apr 5-May 17
No session April 19 for Easter WeekendTIMES:

  • Boys U10 (2017/2016 Birth Years): 8:30-9:55am
  • Girls U10 (2017/2016 Birth Years): 10:00-11:25am
  • Boys U12 (2015/2014 Birth Years): 11:30am-12:55pm
  • Girls U12 (2015/2014 Birth Years): 1:00pm-2:25pm
  • *Boys & Girls Coed U14 (2013/2012 Birth Years): 2:30pm-3:55pm

LOCATION: Magnolia Elementary SchoolCOST: $185 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 games with a licensed Referee)
NOTE: Once you sign up you will receive an acceptance email and your payment method will be chargedREGISTER: Registration is NOW CLOSED due to program being full
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE MARCH 15 OR WHEN DIVISIONS ARE FULL.
COACHES: The 7v7 league is run by volunteer coaches, if you are interested in coaching then please fill out the following form by CLICKING HERE
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child.

Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


Coaches Corner

Coaches Corner is the ‘go to’ resource for fun/technical drills and advice. A great resource for the recreational coach, click on any of the links below for access to instructional documents with various coaching drills & advice:

RECREATIONAL COACHES RESOURCES

  • 2019 Coaches’ Recreation Handbook – CLICK HERE to view/download
  • 2019 Team Parent Handbook – link coming soon
  • 2019 Practice Field Schedule – link coming soon

U6 RECREATIONAL SESSIONS – Cal South

  • Click here to gain access to 32 instructional U6 session videos
  • Click here to gain access to 9 U6 lesson plans

FUN GAMES THAT TEACH SOCCER

MORE TECHNICAL DRILLS

ADVICE

NUTRITION & HYDRATION

DRILL VIDEOS





Sponsors

Massive THANKS to our 2020 Recreational Team Sponsors (listed below).

Like always, we are extremely grateful for our sponsors generosity so please try and support their local businesses in return!

 

Sponsor Name Sponsor Website
Accuweld
Annmarie D’Ercole Jewelry & Apparel shopannmarie.com 
Automation Design Group adgautomation.com 
Bluprint Home Loans www.bluprinthomeloans.com
BluPrint Home Loans www.bluprinthomeloans.com
Carlsbad Lagoon carlsbadlagoon.com
Carlsbad Lagoon carlsbadlagoon.com
CLA Funding https://clafunding.com
ClearTake www.cleartake.com
Cloud Construction SD cloudconstructionsd.com
Dwin Legal, APC dwinlegal.com
Echelon Front echelonfront.com
El Nopalito el-nopalito.com
EY www.ey.com
Ferrelli & Associates www.buysellsd.com 
First Republic Bank firstrepublic.com
Ford Hutman Media https://fordhutmanmedia.com/
Geoff Proctor Mortgage Team www.geoffproctorteam.com 
Grizzly Tree Trimming Services
Johnson & Johnson
Kahana Feld LLP kahanafeld.com
Kearny Mesa Chevrolet kearnymesachevrolet.com
Koa Komponents Inc. www.koakomponents.com 
Kunzik and Sara Construction www.kunzikandsara.com
Legacy Flooring America www.legacyflooringamerica.com
Massa+Associates Real Estate Group
Original Grain
Pacific First Realty pacificfirstrealty.com
Packard Dental www.packarddental.com
Packard Dental packarddental.com
Sand Dollar Properties
SHELTA sheltahats.com
Skin and Tonique www.skinandtonique.com
SKLZ www.sklz.com
Spill Bully www.spillbully.com
Strawberry Shack thestrawberryshack.com
Suja www.sujajuice.com
Sundt Construction www.sundt.com
Super Dry Flood Service superdrysandiego.com
Swamis Cafe swamiscafe.com
Sweet Bamboo
Trade Ideas, LLC www.trade-ideas.com 
Trane www.tranetechnologies.com
ViaSat www.viatsat.com
Zuniga Tree Service Inc. zunigatreeservice.com