Recreational Soccer Teams

program overview

DNLSA recreational teams provide structured, twice-weekly soccer development for middle and high school athletes. Players develop technical ability, tactical understanding, physical readiness, confidence, and team chemistry through progressive training, game-based activities, and friendly match opportunities.

program details

• Season: September 20–December 19, 2026
• Location: North Park, Ave Maria
• Middle School (Grades 6–8): Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00–6:30 PM, subject to change
• High School (Grades 9–12): Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM, subject to change
• Makeup Sessions: Saturdays, 8:30–10:00 AM, when scheduled
• Competition: Friendly match opportunities scheduled when available

TEAM FORMAT AND ROSTERS

Separate boys’ and girls’ teams are planned for both middle school and high school divisions, with a maximum of 15 athletes per team. Teams generally require at least 7–8 registered athletes to operate effectively.

Depending on registration numbers, athlete ages and development levels, staffing, safety considerations, and available competition, DNLSA may organize a coed team or combined training group. Parents will be notified before placement is finalized.

REGISTRATION TIMELINE

• Early Registration: September 13–19
• Regular Registration: September 20–26, or until the applicable roster is full
• Late Registration: September 27-30, if roster space remains
• Registration Closes: After September 30; no additional registrations will be accepted

Registration does not guarantee roster placement. Rosters are limited to 15 athletes per team. Applications will be reviewed based on roster availability, and families will receive confirmation and payment instructions after a roster spot has been offered.

Registration may close early for any team that reaches capacity.

TUITION AND PAYMENT OPTIONS

• Program Tuition: $150 per month for three months
• Payment Process: Payment instructions are provided after DNLSA confirms the athlete’s roster placement
• Uniforms: Uniforms are purchased separately and are not included in tuition

After registration is submitted, DNLSA will review roster availability and the athlete’s selected division. Families offered a roster spot will receive confirmation and payment instructions. A roster spot is fully secured once the required payment or applicable approved funding authorization has been received.

REQUIRED UNIFORMS

Uniforms are required for participation and are purchased separately from program tuition. Additional uniform information, pricing, and requirements will be provided to families after roster placement is confirmed.

PEP STUDENT REGISTRATION

Dykal Next Level Sports Academy is working to support families who participate in Florida’s Personalized Education Program (PEP). Eligible families may be able to use approved PEP scholarship funds toward qualifying DNLSA program expenses.

Eligibility, reimbursement, documentation requirements, and approval of individual expenses are determined by the applicable scholarship funding organization and are not guaranteed by DNLSA. Families using PEP funding should follow the requirements of their scholarship program and retain all required documentation.

Additional PEP payment and documentation instructions will be provided to participating families as applicable.

WHAT ATHLETES RECEIVE

• Structured coach-led training focused on individual and team development
• Progressive technical and tactical instruction
• Age-appropriate physical development and injury-prevention work
• Game-based activities that build decision-making and team chemistry
• Mental-development guidance focused on confidence, discipline, and resilience
• Individual development feedback, including video analysis when available
• Friendly match opportunities scheduled when available
• A positive environment for athletes with mixed experience levels

TEAM PLACEMENT NOTICE

Registration reserves consideration for placement but does not guarantee a specific team format. Final divisions and rosters will depend on enrollment, athlete ages and development levels, safety, staffing, and available competition. DNLSA may adjust divisions or create a coed team or combined training group when circumstances require.

If the originally selected division cannot operate, the parent or guardian will be notified and may accept an appropriate alternative placement. If an alternative placement is not accepted, the athlete’s registration will not proceed to payment.

BEFORE YOU REGISTER

To complete registration in one session, parents or guardians should have the following information available:

• Athlete’s legal name, birthdate, and current grade
• Parent or guardian contact information
• Preferred team division
• Emergency-contact information
• Relevant medical conditions, allergies, medications, injuries, or other safety information
• Parent/guardian authorization and required consent selections

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can athletes with limited soccer experience register?

Yes. The program supports athletes with mixed experience levels. Training will be structured to challenge each athlete appropriately while developing team chemistry.

Will boys’ and girls’ teams be separate?

Separate teams are planned when registration numbers support them. DNLSA may form a coed team or combined training group based on enrollment and other program circumstances.

What happens if a division does not have enough athletes?

Families will be notified and may accept an appropriate alternative placement. If the alternative placement is not accepted, the athlete’s registration will not proceed to payment.

Does tuition include uniforms?

No. Tuition does not include uniforms. Required uniform and training gear will be purchased separately. Final uniform requirements, ordering instructions, and pricing will be provided to families before the season begins.

Can PEP students use the same registration process?

Yes. PEP and self-pay families complete the same core registration steps. PEP enrollment is finalized after the required EMA authorization is verified.

READY TO TRAIN THE COMPLETE ATHLETE?

Rosters are limited to 15 athletes per team. Submit your athlete’s registration to be considered for placement in the appropriate DNLSA recreational team.