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CRYSC 11U-19U Competitive Programs are Colorado’s premier option for growing, learning, and developing in youth soccer. The Competitive Program builds on the foundation players have learned throughout their time with Rapids Youth Soccer, including philosophy, the Rapids curriculum, and The Rapids Way. Program offerings cover the spectrum of player pathways, from new players to competitive, all the way to the top leagues in the United States.

Training and game locations will vary depending on level of play of each team. Game format is played in line with U.S. Soccer directives for small-sided games, which is 9v9 for 11U/12U and 11v11 for 13U-19U. Team sizes may vary depending on age and level of play.

For a more comprehensive overview, continue scrolling to view the level and age group breakdown below.

RISE (Rapids Integrated System of Excellence) is a one-of-a-kind youth soccer development platform that houses our club’s curriculum. RISE provides an online space where coaches, players, and members can interact, creating a living and growing classroom. By connecting the CRYSC community online, RISE will open up new educational opportunities for players and coaches, offer a more rewarding CRYSC experience for members, and ultimately enhance the level and consistency of soccer being played across the Club.

The Whole-Part-Whole (WPW) philosophy is a learning model used by the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club to achieve our long-term player development initiative. The WPW philosophy was first outlined by Malcolm Knowles in 1973 and is used in many learning situations, both practical and theory based. When added to a well-planned and well-thought out pedagogy, the WPW philosophy puts players in realistic situations, which should always include decision-making elements.

When coaching soccer, WPW can be used in a variety of ways to break down techniques, skills, or tactics. Most commonly the players are taken from practice with high game context to a low one, before returning to the original practice. When possible, it is best to practice the game, or elements of the game, in their entirety. An example of this could occur in a topic such as ‘Defending in the Direct Game Channel’. What do you do if the individuals or units in your squad don’t understand how to defend 1v1 or 2v2? You break it down.

‘Whole’ doesn’t necessarily mean a game. Actually, in this theory, a ‘whole’ practice could be a series of complex skills that can be broken down into more discrete skills. The ‘whole’ element should be as realistic to the game as possible. The coach looks to pull actions or components of the game and break them down into chunks so the players can understand and digest the information. The coach will then pull those elements back together into the game situation.

References: Swanson, R.A. & Law, B. (1993). Whole-part-whole learning model. Performance Improvement Quarterly. 6(1), pp 43-53.

@coachdanwright. Coachdanwright.blogspot.co.uk

Rapids South tryouts will be held May 28 – May 30 at Gates South Soccer Complex

 

Who Needs to Attend Tryouts:
  • 2014 Birthdates (Players Moving into 11U): All players, both internal Rapids Youth players and external players from outside the Club who were born in 2014 must register their Intent to Play and attend the Tryout event.
Returning CRYSC Players:
  • Returning FIELD players 2012-2005 boys and girls do NOT have to attend tryouts and can expect their offer emails by Friday, May 31. GK’s in all age groups are expected to attend tryouts and can also expect their offer emails by Friday, May 31.
New Players from Outside the Rapids Youth Soccer System:
  • All players wishing to join the Rapids Youth Soccer community must register their Intent to Play and attend the Tryout event.
Goalkeepers:
  • All players wishing to participate in the goalkeeper position need to attend the designated Tryout times.

The deadline to register for these tryouts is Friday, May 24 by filling out an ITP registration via PlayMetrics.
Brittain Rademacher11U-14U Girls Director of Coaching- South[email protected]719.387.4547
Nick  Lehning15U-19U Boys Director of Coaching - South[email protected]719.401.1044
Levi  Boggess11U-14U Boys Director of Coaching - South[email protected]719.357.6839
Roxy  Kamal15U-19U Girls Director - South[email protected]719.357.9173
Leah SwanderCompetitive Administrator - South[email protected]719.401.0567
Overview

CRYSC 11U-19U Competitive Programs are Colorado’s premier option for growing, learning, and developing in youth soccer. The Competitive Program builds on the foundation players have learned throughout their time with Rapids Youth Soccer, including philosophy, the Rapids curriculum, and The Rapids Way. Program offerings cover the spectrum of player pathways, from new players to competitive, all the way to the top leagues in the United States.

Training and game locations will vary depending on level of play of each team. Game format is played in line with U.S. Soccer directives for small-sided games, which is 9v9 for 11U/12U and 11v11 for 13U-19U. Team sizes may vary depending on age and level of play.

For a more comprehensive overview, continue scrolling to view the level and age group breakdown below.

Curriculum
RISE (Rapids Integrated System of Excellence) is a one-of-a-kind youth soccer development platform that houses our club’s curriculum. RISE provides an online space where coaches, players, and members can interact, creating a living and growing classroom. By connecting the CRYSC community online, RISE will open up new educational opportunities for players and coaches, offer a more rewarding CRYSC experience for members, and ultimately enhance the level and consistency of soccer being played across the Club.

Philosophy

The Whole-Part-Whole (WPW) philosophy is a learning model used by the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club to achieve our long-term player development initiative. The WPW philosophy was first outlined by Malcolm Knowles in 1973 and is used in many learning situations, both practical and theory based. When added to a well-planned and well-thought out pedagogy, the WPW philosophy puts players in realistic situations, which should always include decision-making elements.

When coaching soccer, WPW can be used in a variety of ways to break down techniques, skills, or tactics. Most commonly the players are taken from practice with high game context to a low one, before returning to the original practice. When possible, it is best to practice the game, or elements of the game, in their entirety. An example of this could occur in a topic such as ‘Defending in the Direct Game Channel’. What do you do if the individuals or units in your squad don’t understand how to defend 1v1 or 2v2? You break it down.

‘Whole’ doesn’t necessarily mean a game. Actually, in this theory, a ‘whole’ practice could be a series of complex skills that can be broken down into more discrete skills. The ‘whole’ element should be as realistic to the game as possible. The coach looks to pull actions or components of the game and break them down into chunks so the players can understand and digest the information. The coach will then pull those elements back together into the game situation.

References: Swanson, R.A. & Law, B. (1993). Whole-part-whole learning model. Performance Improvement Quarterly. 6(1), pp 43-53.

@coachdanwright. Coachdanwright.blogspot.co.uk

Tryout Information

Rapids South tryouts will be held May 28 – May 30 at Gates South Soccer Complex

 

Who Needs to Attend Tryouts:
  • 2014 Birthdates (Players Moving into 11U): All players, both internal Rapids Youth players and external players from outside the Club who were born in 2014 must register their Intent to Play and attend the Tryout event.
Returning CRYSC Players:
  • Returning FIELD players 2012-2005 boys and girls do NOT have to attend tryouts and can expect their offer emails by Friday, May 31. GK’s in all age groups are expected to attend tryouts and can also expect their offer emails by Friday, May 31.
New Players from Outside the Rapids Youth Soccer System:
  • All players wishing to join the Rapids Youth Soccer community must register their Intent to Play and attend the Tryout event.
Goalkeepers:
  • All players wishing to participate in the goalkeeper position need to attend the designated Tryout times.

The deadline to register for these tryouts is Friday, May 24 by filling out an ITP registration via PlayMetrics.
Contact
Brittain Rademacher11U-14U Girls Director of Coaching- South[email protected]719.387.4547
Nick  Lehning15U-19U Boys Director of Coaching - South[email protected]719.401.1044
Levi  Boggess11U-14U Boys Director of Coaching - South[email protected]719.357.6839
Roxy  Kamal15U-19U Girls Director - South[email protected]719.357.9173
Leah SwanderCompetitive Administrator - South[email protected]719.401.0567

2023/2024 Intent to Play Registration

Select teams represent the most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training. 

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games.  It is typical for Select teams to play in the highest leagues within the Colorado Soccer Association. 

Select teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group.  Out-of-state travel should be expected for Select teams depending on age group.  As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games. 

South Competitive – Select [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2960Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Select [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1860Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

Burgundy teams represent the second-most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training. 

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games.  It is typical for Burgundy teams to play in the high Centennial or Champions divisions within the Colorado Soccer Association. 

Burgundy teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group.  Out-of-state travel should be expected for high school age groups during the season.  As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.

South Competitive – Burgundy Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2960Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Burgundy Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1860Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

White teams are competitive teams that typically compete in mid-level CSA competitive leagues.

Similar to our top teams, these teams practice three days per week during the season, in addition to weekend games, and demand substantial time commitments from players. They typically play in 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or local college showcases per year depending on the age group. These teams will train 1x per week in our Winter Sessions. With the combined two seasons and off-season training during the winter, teams in this division play for ten months each year.

South Competitive – White Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2245Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – White Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1505Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

Blue and Gold teams offer players the opportunity to continue playing soccer and training with the guidance of our professionally trained coaching staff.

Blue/Gold teams practice two to three days per week and participate in the Colorado Soccer Association Centennial League.  It is common for Blue/Gold teams to play 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or college showcase events per year depending on the age group. These teams will train 1x per week during our Winter sessions.

South Competitive – Blue/Gold Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1805Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Blue/Gold Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1245Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

After we form the teams for the Primary season, we will reach out to the families to gather interest in playing the Secondary season.  We offer the second season to those players that are in Middle School (8th garders) or those 9th graders that chose to play with the Rapids instead of their High School.  The season is in the fall for the boys and spring for the girls.

South Competitive – Secondary (8th and 9th Graders Only)

Age Groups: 14U, 15U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Boys: Summer, Fall
Girls: Spring, Winter
$805Per Year
  • August – November (Boys)
  • February – May (Girls)
  • Train 3 times per Week
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel
Select

Select teams represent the most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training. 

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games.  It is typical for Select teams to play in the highest leagues within the Colorado Soccer Association. 

Select teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group.  Out-of-state travel should be expected for Select teams depending on age group.  As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games. 

South Competitive – Select [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2960Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Select [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1860Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included
Burgundy

Burgundy teams represent the second-most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training. 

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games.  It is typical for Burgundy teams to play in the high Centennial or Champions divisions within the Colorado Soccer Association. 

Burgundy teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group.  Out-of-state travel should be expected for high school age groups during the season.  As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.

South Competitive – Burgundy Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2960Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Burgundy Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1860Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included
White

White teams are competitive teams that typically compete in mid-level CSA competitive leagues.

Similar to our top teams, these teams practice three days per week during the season, in addition to weekend games, and demand substantial time commitments from players. They typically play in 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or local college showcases per year depending on the age group. These teams will train 1x per week in our Winter Sessions. With the combined two seasons and off-season training during the winter, teams in this division play for ten months each year.

South Competitive – White Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$2245Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – White Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1505Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
  • Winter Training Included
Blue/Gold

Blue and Gold teams offer players the opportunity to continue playing soccer and training with the guidance of our professionally trained coaching staff.

Blue/Gold teams practice two to three days per week and participate in the Colorado Soccer Association Centennial League.  It is common for Blue/Gold teams to play 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or college showcase events per year depending on the age group. These teams will train 1x per week during our Winter sessions.

South Competitive – Blue/Gold Teams [11U-14U]

Age Groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1805Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel
  • Winter Training Included

South Competitive – Blue/Gold Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1245Per Year
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August – May
  • Train 3 times per Week in Fall & Spring
  • Train 1 time per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel
  • Winter Training Included
Secondary (8th and 9th Graders Only)

After we form the teams for the Primary season, we will reach out to the families to gather interest in playing the Secondary season.  We offer the second season to those players that are in Middle School (8th garders) or those 9th graders that chose to play with the Rapids instead of their High School.  The season is in the fall for the boys and spring for the girls.

South Competitive – Secondary (8th and 9th Graders Only)

Age Groups: 14U, 15U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Boys: Summer, Fall
Girls: Spring, Winter
$805Per Year
  • August – November (Boys)
  • February – May (Girls)
  • Train 3 times per Week
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In State Travel

2024/2025 Tryout Schedule

*Registering your player’s Intent to Play is not a commitment to the club for next season but ensures you will receive all tryout information and updates. All players planning on participating in CRYSC competitive programming must complete the Intent to Play registration.*

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Uniforms

Rapids Youth Soccer partners with Soccer.com for all uniform needs. Competitive players will receive an email from Soccer.com with a link to order the uniform at the beginning of each season. Our competitive uniforms operate on a two-year cycle.

It is important to note that uniforms are NOT included in registration costs.

The Rapids Youth Soccer kit includes two match jerseys, two match shorts, two pairs of socks, training shirt, training shorts, training socks, training jacket, training pants and a backpack.

For instructions on how to order uniforms, please visit the CRYSC uniform page.

Updated Uniform FAQs – COMING SOON

You will receive an email from Soccer.com with a link to order the uniform.

You can also access the page by following the steps below:

  1. Go to Soccer.com and click on “Find Your Team Store” at the top right.
  2. Once there, search for Colorado Rapids Youth and click on the store. 
  3. On the top of the store the player/parent can either search for their team name on the drop down list, or search for their player name on the right in the “search by player” section.
  4. Once you find the player’s name, you can place your order

The order deadline for competitive kits is July 15, 2019. Kits must be ordered and paid for by the deadline to ensure delivery for the start of the season.

Team managers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. In order to take some of the responsibilities off of the coach’s plate, teams are requested to have a team manager volunteer to organize the team for the season.

Team Manager Responsibilities

  • Working with the coach to communicate with the team about sessions and games.
  • Setting up a snack rotation for the season.
  • Setting up pictures with the club’s photographer on picture day.
  • Setting up an end-of-season party for the team.

Club Support for Team Managers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.

The Team Treasurer is an important role that ensures that the team’s funds are managed appropriately and accurately. The Team Treasurer is a volunteer parent who is not the coach or assistant coach of the team. This person is responsible handling the money for the team account and keeping track of individual player balances. This would include collecting and disbursing funds for team expenses such as tournaments, field rental, coaching expenses, etc. Communication with the families about their deposits, receipts and expenses is also required as a Team Treasurer.

Team Treasurer Expectations

  • Organize and track player balances and team receipts.
  • Collaborate with Coach and Manager to create a season budget.
  • Communicate and collect funds from families for team expenses.

Team Treasurer Support

  • Rapids Youth staff provide consultation for financial situations.
  • Rapids Youth Soccer provides a meeting with all Team Treasurers to talk through logistics of the year.
  • Rapids Youth Soccer has a Treasurer Handbook that covers the roles and requirements of the role.
Team Manager

Team managers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. In order to take some of the responsibilities off of the coach’s plate, teams are requested to have a team manager volunteer to organize the team for the season.

Team Manager Responsibilities

  • Working with the coach to communicate with the team about sessions and games.
  • Setting up a snack rotation for the season.
  • Setting up pictures with the club’s photographer on picture day.
  • Setting up an end-of-season party for the team.

Club Support for Team Managers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.
Team Treasurer

The Team Treasurer is an important role that ensures that the team’s funds are managed appropriately and accurately. The Team Treasurer is a volunteer parent who is not the coach or assistant coach of the team. This person is responsible handling the money for the team account and keeping track of individual player balances. This would include collecting and disbursing funds for team expenses such as tournaments, field rental, coaching expenses, etc. Communication with the families about their deposits, receipts and expenses is also required as a Team Treasurer.

Team Treasurer Expectations

  • Organize and track player balances and team receipts.
  • Collaborate with Coach and Manager to create a season budget.
  • Communicate and collect funds from families for team expenses.

Team Treasurer Support

  • Rapids Youth staff provide consultation for financial situations.
  • Rapids Youth Soccer provides a meeting with all Team Treasurers to talk through logistics of the year.
  • Rapids Youth Soccer has a Treasurer Handbook that covers the roles and requirements of the role.

Understanding Your Child’s Year-Long Evaluation

The Competitive program provides an opportunity for players who want to learn and develop in an environment that challenges and educates them in the game of soccer. Rapids Youth Soccer is committed to supporting and developing those players that are committed to developing themselves.

Rapids Youth Soccer is committed to a year-long evaluation process of our homegrown players. This year-long evaluation and feedback process provides our players with a complete overview of their progress during their time with Rapids Youth Soccer.

Below is an overview of exactly what is done during the year to provide our players with the most comprehensive evaluation and feedback process.

Player Centered Success Model

The Player Centered Success model puts the best interests of the player first. This is done by understanding each and every players definition of success and helping them achieve it. Every player at every level of their soccer career has different levels of success.

Rapids Youth

Provides operations and oversight for kids to have a great soccer experience.

Rapids Pro

Provides curriculum and educational resources for players.

Parents

Work in conjunction with Rapids Youth to support kids’ desires.

Coaches

Educate, inspire, and help all children excel at the level they desire.

Referees

Keep the game safe and fun for kids at all levels.
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Goalkeeper Training

Rapids goalkeeper staff work with players to enhance all levels of play during this eight-week program available to Select players free of charge and all other players for a small charge.

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Summer Camps

Summer camps are a great way to keep players busy and active during the summer months. Find out more what Rapids Youth Soccer offers for beginner to advanced players.

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Winter Training

Winter can be a great time to keep your soccer skills sharp. Check out all the programs Rapids Youth Soccer offers to our players to help them stay active over the long winter months.

Rapids Youth Soccer is on a two-year cycle for uniform with adidas. Players should change uniforms approximately every two years, which usually falls in line growth of players.

During the regular CSA season, teams generally compete against other clubs across the Front Range. Some teams may travel as far north Fort Collins, as far south as Pueblo or as far west as Grand Junction. Not all ages and levels will compete against clubs in these areas and these trips generally happen once per season.

Tournament travel varies based on the age and competitive level of the team. Select and Burgundy teams travel out of state for at least one and up to four tournaments and/or college showcases. White and Blue teams usually only participate in tournaments that take place in Colorado.

Select, Burgundy, and White teams train three times per week.  Blue level teams train twice per week.

All competitive team coaches are USSF Licensed and participate in intensive in-house coach education throughout the season.

Competitive Camps

Rapids Youth Soccer provides Colorado’s best youth soccer camps. Camps are offered throughout the year for three-year-olds to 18-year-olds, from beginner to elite. Off-season camps in the summer and winter offer the perfect opportunity for recreational players to continue playing and developing their soccer skills.

Select a season for a list of camps to appear.

Join us for the Rapids FUT5 Futsal Camp Series this summer! FUT5 Camps are designed for players looking to improve their individual technical skills, individual and group tactical knowledge, relationship…

Additional InformationClick HERE To Register! 3v3 League Details: Team Registration: We recommend a team of 5-6 players for 3v3 teams with an established Volunteer Parent Coach registering their team. This…

CRYSC offers players a one-of-a-kind opportunity to dedicate time toward a vital piece of soccer development: speed, agility, and quickness training. This camp is designed to help athletes maintain their…

Description: Rapids Youth Soccer invites all 9U+ players to attend our Summer Goalkeeper Camp run by Colorado Rapids Regional Goalkeeping Directors and our dedicated goalkeeping coaching staff. The sessions will…

Description: Rapids Youth Soccer invites all 9U+ players to attend our Summer Goalkeeper Camp run by Colorado Rapids Regional Goalkeeping Directors and our dedicated goalkeeping coaching staff. The sessions will…

Rapids Player Development Camps will provide technical training in game like situations. These camps are for intermediate – advanced level players (competitive level players seeking competitive level coaching). The curriculum will…

Description: This clinic is designed for goalkeepers who want to stay sharp through the winter off-season and start their day with some goalkeeping!  These morning sessions provide a great outlet for…

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Select a season for a list of camps to appear.

Spring (Mar-May)
Summer (June-July)

Join us for the Rapids FUT5 Futsal Camp Series this summer! FUT5 Camps are designed for players looking to improve their individual technical skills, individual and group tactical knowledge, relationship…

Additional InformationClick HERE To Register! 3v3 League Details: Team Registration: We recommend a team of 5-6 players for 3v3 teams with an established Volunteer Parent Coach registering their team. This…

CRYSC offers players a one-of-a-kind opportunity to dedicate time toward a vital piece of soccer development: speed, agility, and quickness training. This camp is designed to help athletes maintain their…

Description: Rapids Youth Soccer invites all 9U+ players to attend our Summer Goalkeeper Camp run by Colorado Rapids Regional Goalkeeping Directors and our dedicated goalkeeping coaching staff. The sessions will…

Description: Rapids Youth Soccer invites all 9U+ players to attend our Summer Goalkeeper Camp run by Colorado Rapids Regional Goalkeeping Directors and our dedicated goalkeeping coaching staff. The sessions will…

Rapids Player Development Camps will provide technical training in game like situations. These camps are for intermediate – advanced level players (competitive level players seeking competitive level coaching). The curriculum will…

Fall (Aug-Nov)
Winter (Nov-Feb)

Description: This clinic is designed for goalkeepers who want to stay sharp through the winter off-season and start their day with some goalkeeping!  These morning sessions provide a great outlet for…