Recreational · Ages 6–12

Train Wednesday.Play Friday.

Major League Soccer’s own recreational league, run by DME. A seven week season for six to twelve year olds — one training night, one game night, 5v5, in a full MLS kit. Led by our senior coaching staff, and it sure is fun.

Fall Season · Sep 9 – Oct 28 Registering Now

Wednesdays at Twin Lakes, Fridays at Tatum Ridge. Spots are limited — and once the season starts, that is it until winter.

The Argument

A Real League.
Not Just Another Rec Program.

MLS GO is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth program — built to make soccer fun and affordable, and to get more children playing.

MLS GO is dedicated to an inclusive, high quality soccer experience for everyone. Together we are changing the game in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

The shape is traditional rec — train once a week in a team environment, then play 5v5 games at the weekend. What is different is who runs it. Sessions focus on technical skill development that lines up with what we teach the older, competitive age groups at DME.

Led by our senior coaching staff, this is not just another rec program — but it sure is fun.

5v5 on a Friday night, in a full MLS kit

The Season

What You Are Signing Up For

$175

Ages 6–12 · Full Kit Included
7 Week Soccer Season

Train Wednesday 6:30pm at Twin Lakes. Games Friday 6:00pm at Tatum Ridge.

5v5 games. Everyone gets the ball, everyone gets to score.

One rain week made up. Weather happens; you still get the season you paid for.

A full MLS kit included. Your child plays the season in it and keeps it.

Price is $175 plus card fees. Financial support is available through the MLS GO PLAY FUND — see below.

What They Work On

Fundamentals, every session, in a format built for touches.

Dominant foot dribbling
Receiving the ball
Passing
Dribbling with turns
Small-sided play
1v1

MLS GO Play Fund

Every Child Should
Be Able To Play

The MLS GO PLAY FUND is an annual financial commitment from Major League Soccer, designed to expand access to youth recreational soccer. It exists to remove economic barriers and get more children onto a field.

The fund provides support that helps offset seasonal costs for league operators and for individual players. Applications are handled through the RCX Sports Foundation.

Eligibility & How To Apply Ask Us About It

Cost should never be the reason

The Difference

What To Expect

Kids deserve to have fun, score goals and love their time on the field. We focus on them.

Real Coaches

Led by coaches who train recreational and competitive players across every age and gender, supported by DME senior players.

Lesson Plans

Our staff create and manage sessions exactly as they would for a competitive team, with a written plan and a technical focus.

Growth With A Smile

Adaptability is key. We tweak the program to keep it pointed at growth — and at kids enjoying themselves.

A Full MLS Kit

Every player is fitted in an MLS uniform for the season. It is included in the price, and it matters more than adults think.

5v5, Every Friday

Small-sided games mean every child is involved, on the ball, and getting chances to score.

Safe Sport Checked

Parents with soccer experience may assist teams — but only if approved by the club and cleared through SafeSport safeguards.

The Pathway

Where It Goes Next

MLS GO is a first team and a first season — and there is a route on from here whenever they want it.

3–5

Little Legends

First touch, first sessions.

6–12

Early Development

Technical foundations.

6–12

MLS GO

You are here.

DME NEXT

Pre-competitive prep for players with promise.

U9–U19

Competitive

31 teams, league and showcase play.

Trials & Tryouts

Questions

The Ones We Get Asked

What does MLS GO cost?

$175 plus card fees, for the seven week season — and that includes the full kit. Support is available through the MLS GO PLAY FUND.

How much do we practice and play?

Training on Wednesdays at 6:30pm, games on Fridays at 6:00pm. One of each per week.

Who will coach my child?

Our club coaches, supported by DME senior players. Parents with soccer experience may assist a team, but only if approved by the club and cleared through SafeSport safeguards.

Where do you practice and play?

Training Wednesday at Twin Lakes, 6:30pm. Games Friday at Tatum Ridge, 6:00pm.

What do you actually work on?

Technical work and touches. High intensity in terms of how often your child is on the ball — dribbling, turning, receiving and shooting. We put a lot of time into maximizing contact with the ball.

What happens if it rains?

We make up one week of rain or weather related delays.

My child has never played before. Is that OK?

Completely. Games are 5v5, so nobody stands around waiting to be picked and nobody gets lost in a crowd of eleven. This is a good first team for a child who has never played.

What if the cost is a problem?

Tell us. The MLS GO PLAY FUND exists to remove exactly that barrier, with applications handled through the RCX Sports Foundation. Email us and we will point you at it.

Does my child keep the kit?

Yes. Every player is fitted in a full MLS uniform, and it is included in the season price.

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