Dates:

Fall - September 9 - October 31, 2026

Spring - March 31 - May 29, 2027

About Our Recreational Program

The Sandy Spring Soccer Club (SSSC) offers recreational programs in the spring, fall, and winter. Designed specifically for beginner soccer players who want to explore the sport and have fun in a non-competitive environment.

There is no season-to-season commitment, unlike our Travel and Academy programs. However, once a player registers for a season, the expectation is that they complete the full season.

Typical Season Dates:

• Spring (League): Early April - Late May  
• Fall (League): Early September – Late October
• Winter (Indoor Clinics): Early January – Mid-March

Coaching Structure & Player Experience

Our coaching staff is a mix of professional coaches from our Competitive programs, along with dedicated volunteer coaches.

• Spring & Fall Seasons: Competitive/Volunteer Level coaches lead weekday training and games during weekend games. Teams will practice 1 time per week and play 1 game per week.

Throughout the season, players receive positive feedback, participate in engaging activities, and stay active with a wide variety of fun soccer/age-based games such as Dribble Tag, Red-Light Green-Light, Get the Coach, 1v1 challenges, and more.

Every player has a ball at their feet for most of the session, ensuring strong skill development and continual involvement. Coaches stay hands-on, supportive, and focused on both player growth and enjoyment.

Teams are generally formed with 10–12 players each.

Who Can Join

Boys & Girls – Recreation level
Birth years 2016–2021

Age Group                        Date of Birth Range

      U-6                        Aug. 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021

      U-7                        Aug. 1, 2019 – July 31, 2020

      U-8                        Aug. 1, 2018 – July 31, 2019

      U-9                        Aug. 1, 2017 – July 31, 2018

      U-10                       Aug. 1, 2016 – July 31, 2017

      U-11                        Aug. 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016

      U-12                       Aug. 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015

Practices

Days - Wednesdays

Location - Sandy Spring Friends School or Sherwood Elementary School.

Practices are 1x per week and are held in the evenings anytime between 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm. After registering, you will be placed on a team and your coach will add you to Playmetrics. Here you will be able to find your schedule in detail.

Games

• League: Silver Spring Recreation Soccer League
• Games: Saturdays between (9 am - 3 pm)
• Games vary from the mornings to early afternoons
• 5v5 (with goalkeepers): Ages 5–7
• 7v7: Ages 8–10
• 9 v9: Ages 11-12
• Games may be against other youth soccer clubs or intra-club matchups within SSSC.

Cost

For BOTH Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

$250 - Early Registration (June 1-30, 2026)

$275 - Regular Registration (July 1-31, 2026)

$300 - Late Registration (Starting August 1, 2026)

For Fall 2026 ONLY

$150 - Early Registration (June 1-30, 2026)

$175 - Regular Registration (July 1-31, 2026)

$200 - Late Registration (Starting August 1, 2026)

 
Includes:

• Practice sessions
• 14-16 games (for both seasons)
• 1 uniform set: 2 jerseys, 1 pair of shorts, 1 pair of socks
• Uniform must be worn at all games