PROGRAMS

Soccer

Developing Confident, Skilled Players Through Every Stage of Growth

The CYC Judo Program blends martial arts, athletic training, and character development to help youth grow stronger in body and mind. Students learn technique, patience, and respect while gaining balance, focus, and confidence they can carry into every part of life.

Adult Pick Up Soccer

CYC Soccer is excited to bring weekly adult pick-up games back to the East Bay! Whether you're looking to stay active, meet new people, or jump into a fun and competitive environment, our sessions are open to all players ages 18 and up. Free agents are always welcome, and teams are formed on-site with 6-sided squads.

Program Details

Cost: $6 per person

Ages: 18+

Start Date: December 1st

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 8:30 PM – 10:15 PM

Location:

Community Youth Center

2241 Galaxy Ct.

Concord, CA 94520

Program Vision

CYC Soccer promotes safe, fun, and educational soccer experiences for youth ages 3–18.

Our mission is to develop intelligent, intuitive, and creative players through training that integrates technical, tactical, physical, and mental development.

Younger athletes focus on movement, coordination, and a love of the game through games and activities, while older students transition to advanced technical and tactical instruction.

By the time a player completes the program, they’ve built not only soccer skill — but also teamwork, resilience, and a passion for lifelong athletic growth.

Course Structure

Ages 3–4

An introduction to soccer through games and play. Children develop balance, coordination, and comfort with the ball in a fun, informal setting.

Class length: 25 minutes, once per week
Focus: confidence, coordination, and enjoyment

Ages 4–5

A blend of fun and fundamentals. Kids begin learning basic technical skills like dribbling and shooting through games that keep a ball at their feet nearly the entire class.

Class length: 40 minutes, up to 3 times per week
Focus: motor control, ball familiarity, and teamwork

Ages 6–7

Athletes learn more advanced footwork and ball control techniques, including passing, trapping, and shooting with accuracy and power.

Class length: 55 minutes, up to 3 times per week
Focus: technique, balance, and confidence-building

Ages 8–9

Students begin applying tactics, learning how to read the field and recognize “Numbers Up” and defensive situations through small-sided games.

Class length: 70 minutes, 3 times per week
Focus: technical improvement and tactical awareness

Ages 10–12

A transition from technical refinement to faster, game-speed execution. Students explore formations, positional roles, and the fundamentals of attacking and defending.

Class length: 85 minutes, 2 times per week
Focus: decision-making, game tempo, and teamwork

Ages 13+

Training shifts to 50% technical and 50% tactical focus. Players study advanced game concepts, including strategy, formations, and decision-making in full and small-sided games.

Focus: leadership, tactical understanding, and competitive mindset

Supplemental Programs

Private Lessons

Take your game to the next level with one-on-one instruction from a CYC soccer coach. Private lessons focus on personalized development in technique, positioning, and overall performance.

PRIVATE LESSONS FORM

CYC Rec Tournament

Join fellow players for our recreational tournament events — open to all youth participants in the CYC Soccer Program. For dates and details, contact Coach Brandon.

EMAIL COACH BRANDON

High School Prep

Designed for middle school athletes ages 10–13, this program sharpens fundamental skills and game IQ to prepare students for high school soccer.

EMAIL COACH BRANDON

Program Hours

Soccer classes are offered Monday through Friday for multiple age groups. Specific practice times are available in the latest CYC Class Schedule PDF.

SEE CLASS SCHEDULES

Program Policies

To ensure a positive experience for all players:

VIEW PROGRAM POLICIES

Players must be active CYC members with up-to-date registration.

Appropriate athletic footwear and shin guards are required.

Arrive on time and follow all coach instructions.

Demonstrate good sportsmanship and teamwork at all times.

Respect teammates, opponents, and officials on and off the field.

Join the CYC Soccer Program

Help your child build skill, discipline, and a lifelong love for the game. CYC offers financial aid and scholarships to ensure every young athlete has the opportunity to play, learn, and grow.

LEARN ABOUT FINANCIAL AID

DONATE TO CYC

Donate to CYC

Your donation helps keep CYC programs affordable and accessible for every child in our community. Together, we can continue providing safe, structured spaces where youth grow stronger, smarter, and more confident.

Soccer Highlights

Soccer team poses on a green field wearing red shirts and masks. A ball is held by a player.

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Children on a soccer field, sprayed with water, many wearing masks, under a sunny sky.

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Soccer team in red shirts and masks on a green field. Two adults and ten children pose for the camera.

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Players practice soccer on a green field. One kicks ball; another runs. Blue cones mark training area.

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Boy kicking a soccer ball on a green field, two blue cones visible, another person in the background.

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Person kicking a soccer ball on a green turf field, sunny day.

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Man coaching children on a green field. He points, holding a ball, as kids in sports gear train.

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Two people playing soccer on a green field. One kicks the ball, the other follows.

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Boy in blue shirt dribbles soccer ball on green field; another player in background.

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Child in soccer uniform talking to coach on a soccer field, several soccer balls, and cones are visible.

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Soccer coach instructing children on a green field; players in red and blue practice gear.

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Children practicing soccer skills with an instructor on a green field.

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Two children running on a soccer field, faces covered by black scarves. One wears an orange shirt.

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Boy in a gray shirt dribbles a soccer ball on a green field, another player runs in the background near a building.

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