REC MINIS | U4

Rec Mini Program Overview:

The Pasadena Soccer Club Rec Minis Program is a 6-week program that focuses on introducing our youngest soccer players, boys & girls ages U4 (birthdates 8/1/2022 –7/31/23, to develop FUNdamental soccer skills. Each session will follow our age appropriate curriculum led by Christos trainers which includes:

-developing basic ball control

-following directions

-working as a team

-socializing with their peers

This program is a great opportunity to introduce and learn the game of soccer in a fun, safe and supportive environment. Fun and creative games are played that focus on basic soccer skills and teamwork with the overall goal to help get your child acclimated to being on the field with other kids in a fun learning environment.

Practice Sessions (30 mins): Practice sessions will be led by Christos trainers. Children will only practice ONE day per week. During registration, please pick ONE day/time for your Rec Mini to participate.
Dates: See calendar below. Rec Mini practice sessions canceled due to weather will not be rescheduled.

Times: Rec Minis will take place on… PICK ONE DAY during registration

Monday: 5:00 – 5:30 pm – Lake Shore Complex (birthdate 8/1/22 - 7/31/23)

Tuesday: 5:00 – 5:30 pm – Lake Shore Complex (birthdate 8/1/22 - 7/31/23)

Wednesday: 5:00 – 5:30 pm – Lake Shore Complex (birthdate 8/1/22 - 7/31/23)

Thursday: 5:00 – 5:30 pm – Lake Shore Complex (birthdate 8/1/22 - 7/31/23)

Locations: Practices sessions will be held at Lake Shore Complex.
Communication: All forms of communication will be done through TeamSnap. Any questions contact the Rec Director- rec@pasadenasoccerclub.com
Cost: $90
Uniform: No purchase of uniforms required. A PSC T-shirt is included with registration and will need to be pick up at the Pop-Up Shop.
Please note that the Rec Minis program does not assign your child to individual teams with coaches. After registration closes, your child will be placed on a TeamSnap roster determined by the practice session day selected during registration. This roster can be found on the TeamSnap app.
Registration: Registration begins in June, stay tuned!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

This is a great opportunity to get your young player into soccer with the focus of promoting a fun and healthy environment that teaches basic ball skills, decision-making and just getting used to being on the field with other kids in a fun learning environment. The Rec Minis program is a larger group setting, there are no teams and no games in this program.xt goes here
A size 1 soccer ball is required to bring to each training session. All players need to wear shin guards. Cleats are recommended. Players will also want to wear soccer socks over shin guards (not under). Bring a water bottle as water will not be provided. xt goes here
Comfortable play clothing including shorts and recommended Rec Mini t-shirt.
No. Uniforms are not used in the Rec Minis program. All Rec Minis will be given a Rec Mini t-shirt.
The Rec Mini free t-shirt will be handed out at the first session.
Training sessions will be led by Christos Football Club trainers. Each child is signed up for ONE training session time slot per week and will remain in that group for the following scheduled weeks. Children will only practice ONE day per week.
-1st Monday training session: Sept. 14 @ 5:00pm
-1st Tuesday training session: Sept. 15th @ 5:00pm
-1st Wednesday training session: Sept. 16th @ 5:00pm
-1st Thursday training session: Sept. 17th @ 5:00pm
- Mon - Thurs at Lake Shore Complex, Field A, spot 3
You do not need to contact anyone if your child has to miss a session.
There are no make-up days for Rec Minis. Please check Facebook and the PSC website for all field closures. All field closures due to inclement weather will be announced by 4pm (weekdays) or 7am (weekends) on the PSC Website and PSC Facebook Page. Please check these platforms throughout the season.
All communication regarding your child's participation with Rec Minis will be done through the TeamSnap app. When you registered your child through TeamSnap, you should have received an invite to join. Please download the TeamSnap app for efficient communication throughout the season. You may also contact asst.rec@pasadenasoccerclub.com directly with any questions or concerns.
PSC has a Facebook Page, please follow us for more information and updates.
PSC sells Rec In-House uniforms (age groups U5-U10) and spirit wear/apparel for adults and kids at the Pop-Up Shop located at the Lake Shore Complex, behind Field A in the Blue Garage. Check Facebook for Pop-Up Shop openings, Cash/Venmo accepted.