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Palo Alto AYSO
plAYSOccer in Palo Alto! We are one of the American Youth Soccer Organization's (AYSO) oldest regional programs, as well as the oldest soccer program in Palo Alto, and still kicking it! Our volunteer based non-profit organization provides quality youth soccer programs that focus that puts the emphasis on fun! Boys and Girls in preK-12 are placed on teams organized by birth year.
The length and demands of each program we provide vary by age division and program category but generally we offer a Fall Season that runs from August through Nov/Dec, and a Spring Season that runs from February to May/June.
Recreational and Competitive Programs Ages 4 and Up!
Recreational and Competitive Programs Ages 4 and Up!
Registration for the Fall 2026 Recreational/CORE Program is now open.
Please note the following key dates:
Early May 2026: Fall Registration is open!
June 15, 2026: Early bird discount ends
July 31, 2026: Standard registration closes; final day to request cancellation/refund (minus the $35 AYSO National fee and $3.50 online service fee)
August 1, 2026: Late registration begins. No refunds or credits after this date except in cases of program cancellation or Regional Board approval. Late scholarship requests considered based on remaining funds
Mid/Late August: Team formation and practices begin for 8U and older divisions
August 15, 2026 (tentative): Preseason Jamboree
September 12, 2026 (tentative): First games for 8U+; 6U Program begins
About the Fall Program
About the Fall Program
Palo Alto AYSO is one of the area’s longest-running youth soccer programs and is powered entirely by volunteers. Parents and community members are needed to help coach, referee, organize teams, maintain facilities, and support program operations so we can continue providing a safe, fair, fun, and development-focused soccer experience for all players.
Our CORE recreational program emphasizes the AYSO philosophies of Everyone Plays® and Player Development while still offering an enjoyable level of competition. For more experienced players, Select/competitive opportunities may also be available based on coach availability and player interest. Families interested in Select programs for players 10U and older should contact our Select Coordinator for more information.
Players in 8U and older divisions generally practice twice per week and play one weekly game, typically on Saturdays. Select players may have additional practices and games.
The 6U program is currently being redeveloped and is expected to run for approximately 8–9 weeks beginning in mid-September.
Scholarships:
Scholarships:
Scholarships are available for families with demonstrated financial need to help offset local registration costs. Scholarships do not cover the $35 AYSO National fee or $3.50 online service fee.
Typical awards cover up to 50% of registration fees, with higher assistance possible for families with exceptional need and volunteer participation.
Scholarship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may take up to three weeks for review.
July 31, 2026: Final day for guaranteed scholarship consideration
August 1, 2026: Late scholarship requests considered only with Regional Board approval and remaining available funds
Apply for a Scholarship here:
2026 Fall Soccer
2026 Fall Soccer
Fall Registration is open! Please note key dates.
More information about Recreational Soccer programs
Registration Fees
Registration Fees
Below our are Division fees for Fall 2026. Please note early bird discount ends June 15th. Late fees apply after July 31.
NEW AGE DIVISIONS COMING Fall 2026
NEW AGE DIVISIONS COMING Fall 2026
All US National Soccer programs are realigning their division age groupsing to better place children with school-age groups.
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers Needed!
Not sure where but want to help? Please fill out our Volunteer interest form.
More information on volunteering
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