8U Recreational
Birth Year 2018
The Recreational program at Skyline is designed to continue the long tradition of Skyline’s fun, community atmosphere that has made this program “The Heart of Denver Youth Soccer Since 1965”.
This program teaches all players the basics of the game in youth soccer. For instance, players will learn skills and rules of soccer by maximizing play through practices and games. We inspire players through a fun and skill-based style of play. Our coaches challenge players to excel at the sport. Our goal is that every player will develop a solid foundation in order to thrive, be creative, and find success in whatever they aspire to do – both on and off the field!
All 8U teams are coached by volunteer parents and play in-house against other Skyline teams. At this age, teams typically practice 1 time a week at a convenient location near you chosen by the volunteer coach(s). Practice days and times vary from team to team based on the needs of each team. All players wear Skyline recreational uniforms on game days that can be ordered online.
Spring youth soccer season runs from March – May, and the fall youth soccer season runs from August – October. During summer and winter months, we offer youth soccer camps and clinics. More information can be found under the Camps and Tournaments tab.
**New Skyline uniforms will be available for purchase beginning June 2, 2025. Cost will be $79.00**
Upcoming Important Dates
Date | Event |
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4/14/25 | Fall registration opens |
7/11/25 | Returning player deadline for priority team placement |
7/25/25 | Waitlist opens |
9/6/25 | $15 Late fee applied to registrations |
Fall Registration: $165
Which program is right for your player: 8U Recreational vs 8U Developmental Rec
8U Recreational | 8U Developmental Rec | |
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Birth Year | 2018 | 2018 |
Program Goal | Focus on fun and learning. Players new to soccer or wanting to play for fun with friends. | Developmental Rec program has the benefits of recreational with the staff training to become more competitive. |
Commitment | One Season | Full Year |
Team Formation | Coach/Friend/School Requests | Coach/Friend/School Requests |
Team Size | 8-10 Players | 8-10 Players |
Competition Level | In-house League | In-house League |
Game Format | 5v5 with goalkeepers | 5v5 with goalkeepers |
Coach | Volunteer Parent Coach | Volunteer Parent Coach and 5 Dev Rec sessions during Fall and 5 in Spring. Sessions involve coaches training, team tactics and game day management. Included with Registration - No Winter Included. |
Practice | Once Weekly | Volunteer Parent Coach and 5 Dev Rec sessions during Fall and 5 in Spring. Sessions which involve coaches training, team tactics and game day management. Included with Registration - No Winter Included. |
Uniform | Required - Additional cost of $79. To be ordered through Soccer.com | Required - Additional cost of $79. To be ordered through Soccer.com |
Game Location | Southmoor Park | Southmoor Park |
If you have questions or want to learn more about the recreational program, please contact Jack Neukirch at jack@skylinesoccer.org