Mira Mesa Soccer Programs

From First Kicks to Full Fields

Welcome to AYSO Mira Mesa—where kids grow through the game. We offer age-appropriate soccer programs for players 4 to 18 years old, focused on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun. No tryouts, no pressure—just a great place to play.

🧒 Programs by Age Group

Playground (4U) | Age 3

Where it all begins!
Playground is designed to help your little one build motor skills and confidence in a fun, safe, and soccer-themed environment.

Parent participation encouraged
Led by trained AYSO activity leaders

Schoolyard (5U) | Age 4

This program introduces soccer through fun activities, movement games, and short scrimmages.

Professionally coached by First Touch
Runs Friday evenings in Mira Mesa

6U–8U | Ages 5–8

Small teams, big energy.
Players build foundational skills like passing, dribbling, and teamwork while playing real games each week.

1 practice per week + Saturday games
Teams play 5 vs. 5 on small fields (approx. 20–25 x 35–40 yards)

10U–12U | Ages 9–12

This is where the game begins to grow.
Players rotate through positions, learn basic tactics, and start understanding team shape and strategy.

1–2 practices per week + weekend games
7 vs. 7 format begins at 10U, including goalkeepers
Field size is approx. 35–45 x 55–65 yards, with 25-minute halves
Teams participate in home and away games against other AYSO regions in our area (Area 11R), so some local travel is involved

14U–19U | Ages 13–18

Soccer for teens who love the game.
As players get older, gameplay becomes more tactical and structured, with full-sided matches and an emphasis on team strategy.

11 vs. 11 format on regulation-size fields
U19 games are 90 minutes long, preparing players for the highest level of recreational soccer
1–2 practices per week + weekend games