Soccer
Dribble, kick, block, and score on the greater Washington, DC area’s only full-size, FIFA-regulation indoor soccer pitch.
Soccer at The St. James
Develop on the pitch skills and a champion’s mindset through a range of soccer programs at STJ. Everyone from beginners to varsity players to professionals will find the soccer programs and soccer classes to match their skills and development goals. Work with elite trainers at our world-class sports training complex in Springfield, VA. We offer:
- Private and semi-private soccer lessons customized for age, position and skill level
- Soccer club leagues for all ages
- Foundational youth soccer classes
- Intensive pre and off-season academies to keep advanced players sharp
- Holistic training that includes science, nutrition, and psychology
- Exposure to USA Soccer scouts and professional soccer clubs
- The DC area’s only full-length, FIFA-regulation indoor soccer pitch
Chelsea FC at The St. James
We’ve partnered with the Premier League’s Chelsea Football Club to bring champion-level youth soccer lessons to the DMV. Youth players can join training clinics and soccer camps led by Chelsea FC’s elite coaching staff, who will guide them through their winning approach to the game.
Don't miss the exciting experiences hosted across the DMV this season!
Soccer Leagues
Compete in year-round adult and youth soccer leagues, held in the climate-controlled St. James Field House. Youth rec leagues are a great way to learn to play soccer, and serve as a pathway to more competitive club soccer programs. Prep to play in modern locker rooms, then it's game on in our indoor turf Field House. Parents will enjoy watching the action from spacious stadium seating. Post-match, continue the fun with food and refreshments at on-site bar and restaurant, Vim & Victor, by local celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn.
Spring Over 18 7v7 Soccer League
The St. James Soccer is excited to offer another season of The St. James O18 Spring Adult 7v7 Soccer League! If you are over the age of 18 looking to play competitive soccer while having fun with your friends, and looking to play indoors, you have found your new soccer league!
Ages
Over 18, Open Division
Schedule
- Tuesdays, 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- March 19th - May 21st
Spring MLS GO Recreation Soccer Program at TSJ
The indoor STJ MLS GO Recreational Youth Soccer Program aims to provide a positive learning environment for Pre-K, kindergarten, elementary school, and middle school soccer players seeking to learn the fundamentals of soccer and play games in a safe environment. The STJ staff along with parent coaching participation will organize training sessions on Wednesdays and provide games for players and teams on Saturdays in our state of the art STJ Field House in April, May, and June of 2024.
Our program will help players unlock their technical development in the game and just as important, their love for the game. With a quality indoor turf fieldhouse setting, dedicated STJ soccer staff, and no cancellations due to weather, we are poised to have a another great season. In addition to the staff provided, this program is heavily dependent on parent coaching volunteers to execute the daily lesson plans provided to them for our program participants. Additionally, the 2, 3, and 4 year olds, "Discover The Game" requires parent participation during each session to maximize the experience for their child at these young ages.
Ages
2-13
Schedule
- Wednesday Evenings, 5:30 PM-8:30 PM (depending on age group)
- Saturday Mornings, 8:30 AM-11:30 AM (depending on age group)
- April 3rd - June 8th
FCV Chantilly Spring Recreation Soccer Program
FC Virginia is happy to offer one of the best recreational soccer experiences in Northern Virginia. We offer program options for players 2-13 years of age across a number of different locations throughout Loudoun & Fairfax County. Accessibility and convenience are crucially important to us because we know that it is to you!
FCV offers 2 Recreational Programming Options:
Discover Soccer: This is our beginning level program for our youngest players. This program is broken into 2 levels. Discover 1 is for players 2-3 years of age and Discover 2 is for players 4-5 years of age. This program meets once per week for 45 minutes and consists of fun games as activities that introduce the players to the game of soccer. Each program includes a t-shirt per player.
Recreational Soccer League: This program is your "traditional" soccer program with established teams and volunteer coaches. Teams will practice once per week with one game on Saturdays. Uniforms are at an additional cost per player.
Ages
2 to 9
Schedule
- Times and Days TBA!
- April 1st - June 8th
Soccer Camps
Soccer Summer Camp
The St. James soccer specialty camp targets specific skill development, game-time tactics and competitive applications that are age appropriate for all student athletes. Camp participation is ideal for inspiring growth in a player and honing their footwork skills, agility on the field, and team mindset. We are commited to providing the most inclusive youth soccer camp training, including position-specific, strategic, physical, and mental training.
Ages
9 - 13
Schedule
Monday to Friday | 9 AM - 3 PM
Junior Soccer Summer Camp
The St. James junior soccer specialty camp targets specific skill development, game-time tactics and competitive applications that are age appropriate for all student athletes. Camp participation is ideal for inspiring growth in a player and honing their footwork skills, agility on the field, and team mindset. We are commited to providing the most inclusive youth soccer camp training, including position-specific, strategic, physical, and mental training.
Ages
6 - 8
Schedule
Monday to Wednesday | 9 AM - 3 PM
Chelsea FC Summer Camps
Don't miss these exciting Chelsea FC experiences hosted across the DMV! As the Official Partner of Chelsea Football Club, The St. James grounds all soccer offerings in the Chelsea philosophy, development methods, strategies and tactics, with the support of official Chelsea FC coaching staff on site.
Locations vary across the DMV.
Ages
6 - 15
Schedule
Monday to Friday | 9 AM-3 PM
The St. James FC Virginia Soccer Academy
The St. James FC Virginia hosts competitive travel teams for boys and girls in the U9 - U19 age groups that will compete for regional and national titles. We also offer a pre-travel soccer program for players between the ages of 6-8 who have an interest in joining a competitive travel youth soccer club by age 9.
STJ FC Virginia South (Springfield): Contact Adam Baumgardner
STJ FC Virginia North (Loudoun): Contact Adam Baumgardner and visit FCV at https://www.fcvirginia.com
Events
The St. James Soccer Spring College Cup
The St. James will host a two-day soccer tournament for men's and women's college soccer teams during the first weekend of April 2024. The tournament will be played in the Field House on both days and pit top Division 1 college teams against one another in a round robin competition.
Ages
All Ages Welcome
Schedule
- Saturday, April 6th - Men's
- Sunday, April 7th - Women's
Private Soccer Lessons
Train like the pros with the region’s top soccer program on the only full-length, FIFA-regulation indoor pitch in the DMV. With one-on-one or semi-private instruction, watch your game advance to the next level. The professional soccer coaches at The St. James design customized training plans for each player, monitor your progress and provide personalized performance analysis. Enjoy elite-level facilities and resources like the pros at DC United do, including cross training and recovery services.
Private soccer lessons start at $100 per hour. Contact soccer@thestjames.com for more information.
Meet Our Soccer Coaches
Adam Baumgardner
Director of Soccer
Bastien Catrin
Girls Academy Director
Kurt Gordon
Director, The St. James Futsal Academy
Get in Touch
Interested in soccer programs at The St. James? Contact us to request information about youth soccer clubs, soccer clinics, private training, and more.