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Almaden FC

San Jose, CA

About the Club

Almaden FC is a prominent youth soccer organization based in the Almaden Valley region of South San Jose, California, serving Santa Clara County. The club was founded as Almaden Soccer in 1967, with its competitive program, Almaden FC, established in 2007. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing soccer opportunities for youth players of all abilities. Almaden FC is recognized as the largest youth soccer club in Santa Clara County, with over 3500 players participating annually across various levels. The club offers a tiered program with year-round structured training led by highly qualified professional coaches, fostering player development from youth to the semi-professional level. Almaden FC competes in top leagues including USL League Two, NorCal Premier Soccer League, and the Girls Academy League (GA). The club is committed to community engagement, providing free high-level coaching to underprivileged youth. Almaden FC has a history of developing players who advance to collegiate and professional careers.

Age Groups

U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19
U20

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

Spring Recreational Program

Age Group: U7 (2018), U8 (2017), U10 (2016-2015), U12 (2014-2013)

Commitment: Spring Season (March 10 - May 17)

Club Fee: $400 + $65 volunteer fee (refundable upon 2 hours of service)

Spring Little Kickers

Age Group: 2019-2020 Born

Commitment: Saturdays (March 15 - May 17)

Club Fee: $240 + $65 volunteer fee (refundable upon 2 hours of service)

Spring NorCal Super Rec

Age Group: U14 (2012-2011), HS (2010-2006)

Commitment: Spring Season (March 10 - May 17)

Club Fee: $400 + $65 volunteer fee (refundable upon 2 hours of service)

Fall Recreational Program

Age Group: U7 (2019), U8 (2018), U10 (2017-2016), U12 (2015-2014)

Commitment: Fall Season (August 11 - October 25)

Club Fee: $370 (includes $65 volunteer fee, refundable upon 2 hours of service)

Fall Little Kickers

Age Group: 2020-2021 Born

Commitment: Saturdays (August 16 - October 25)

Club Fee: $210 (includes $65 volunteer fee, refundable upon 2 hours of service)

Fall NorCal Super Rec League

Age Group: U14 (2013-2012), HS (2011-2006)

Commitment: Fall Season (August 11 - October 25)

Club Fee: $370 (includes $65 volunteer fee, refundable upon 2 hours of service)

AFC Peak Performance Camps (Non-AFC Player)

Age Group: 2011-2019

Commitment: Weekly (June-July)

Club Fee: $400/week

AFC Peak Performance Camps (AFC Player)

Age Group: 2011-2019

Commitment: Weekly (June-July)

Club Fee: $320/week

AFC Peak Performance Camps (Week 3 - 4-Day Camp, Non-AFC Player)

Age Group: 2011-2019

Commitment: Week 3 (July 7-11)

Club Fee: $320/week

AFC Peak Performance Camps (Week 3 - 4-Day Camp, AFC Player)

Age Group: 2011-2019

Commitment: Week 3 (July 7-11)

Club Fee: $260/week

Recreation Half Day Program Camp

Age Group: 2020-2012 Born Players

Commitment: Weekly (June-July)

Club Fee: $300

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Pioneer High School - 1290 Blossom Hill Rd San Jose, CA, 95118
Castillero Middle School - 6384 Leyland Park Dr San Jose, CA, 95120
Almaden Community Center - 6445 Camden Ave San Jose, CA, 95120
Patty O'Malley Community Sports Fields - 5620 Santa Teresa Blvd San Jose, CA, 95123
Ramac Park - Charlotte Dr San Jose, CA, 95123
Leland High School - 6677 Camden Ave San Jose, CA, 95120
Location Map

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