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Arkansas Rising

Litte Rock, AR

About the Club

Arkansas Rising Soccer Club is a prominent youth soccer organization based in Little Rock, Arkansas, serving as a central hub for soccer development in the state. Established in 1980, the club was formerly known as Little Rock Futbol Club and operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its core mission is to promote youth soccer and cultivate a deep love for the game among its players. The club offers a comprehensive pathway for athletes, starting with Rising Stars for ages 2.5-4, progressing through Recreational programs for Pre-K up to 12th grade, and including Academy and Competitive levels. Arkansas Rising focuses on developing players as athletes, students, and responsible individuals, fostering life-long friendships, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The club boasts a strong record of success, with 32 Arkansas State Cup Champions and 95 college athletes developed. Competitive programs include participation in the ECNL-RL. The club also emphasizes coach development, investing in their growth alongside player development.

Age Groups

U3
U4
U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

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.

Rising Stars

Age Group: Under 4 (born 2022-2023)

Commitment: Single Season (6-week program)

Club Fee: $120

Grassroots

Age Group: Pre-K - Kindergarten

Commitment: Single Season

Club Fee: $190

Grassroots

Age Group: 1st & 2nd grade

Commitment: Single Season

Club Fee: $190

CARL Recreational

Age Group: 3rd grade and up

Commitment: Single Season

Club Fee: $230

Academy

Age Group: Players born in 2016 and 2017 (with approval for 2018 birth year players)

Commitment: Per Season

Club Fee: $371.00

Classic Competitive (ACSL)

Age Group: Competitive teams

Commitment: Full Year (10-month season, August through May)

Club Fee: Program Fees Available on Website

Summer Playmaker Camps

Age Group: Not specified

Commitment: Not specified

Club Fee: $150

Everton FC Soccer School - Development (3 Hours)

Age Group: 7-14 Years

Commitment: July 21-25

Club Fee: $270

Everton FC Soccer School - Development (6 Hours)

Age Group: 7-14 Years

Commitment: July 21-25

Club Fee: $470

Everton FC Soccer School - Academy Select

Age Group: 12-18 Years

Commitment: July 21-25

Club Fee: $310

Rise Above Winter 2025 Camp

Age Group: Birth Years 2016 through 2008

Commitment: Six sessions over three weeks (January 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29)

Club Fee: $175

Competitive Program Tryout Fee

Age Group: Not specified (for competitive program)

Commitment: One-time fee

Club Fee: $10

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Burns Park - 1 Soccer Avenue, North Little Rock, AR 72116
Henderson Middle School - 401 Barrow Road, Little Rock, AR 72205
Murray Park - 4450 Rebsamen Park Road, Little Rock, AR 72202
Natural Steps Park - 11101 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135
The Ranch - 6200 Ranch Drive, Little Rock, AR 72223
Riverdale Fields - 1400 Riverfront Drive, Little Rock, AR 72202
Rolling Oaks Soccer Complex - 1 Fairplay Way, Maumelle, AR 72113
The Soccer Center - 1015 Embassy Suites Drive, Little Rock, AR 72202
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