What ages and program levels does Sporting JAX Soccer Academy offer?Future Stars serves about ages 2.5–5, Rising Stars serves ages 5–6, Jr Academy targets roughly ages 5.5–8 (with an optional U8 bridge track), recreation runs ages 4–19, RDA focuses on about ages 8–12 as a step between recreation and competitive soccer, and competitive programming runs from about U8 through U19 for boys and girls across ECNL, ECNL Regional League, NPL, NFPL, and CFPL placements depending on team and region. Camps, after-school programs, ID clinics, and Special Olympics Unified Sports are also available.
Where does Sporting JAX Soccer Academy train and play?Competitive training for Jacksonville and St. Johns uses Veterans Park on Veterans Parkway in St. Johns plus Aberdeen, Durbin, Chuck Rogers, and Losco parks. Oakleaf teams train around Oakleaf Soccer Fields and nearby sites, Earl Johnson Park serves the San Marco area, and Palm Coast work uses Indian Trails Soccer Complex. RDA trains at Veterans Park, Chuck Rogers Park, Earl Johnson Park, and Oakleaf. Jr Academy trains at Veterans Park in St. Johns County and at Indian Trails fields in Palm Coast for Friday games. Recreation operates in Duval/St. Johns, Oakleaf, and Palm Coast location bundles—pick the region that matches your family when you register.
When are competitive tryouts and how does registration work?For the 2026–27 competitive season, Jacksonville and St. Johns opening tryout night is May 1, 2026 at Veterans Park (1332 Veterans Parkway, St. Johns, 32259). Oakleaf, Earl Johnson/San Marco, and Palm Coast tryouts are scheduled May 2, 2026 at Oakleaf Soccer Fields, Earl Johnson Park, and Indian Trails Soccer Complex for players U8–U19. Families enroll through PlayMetrics and set up a free Sporting JAX account there for programs and billing. If you cannot attend a listed session, complete the absentee tryout registration so a director can schedule an evaluation. Financial aid applications for 2026–27 open April 1; submit by April 25, 2026 if you want review before tryouts so approved aid can adjust tryout-night charges automatically.
What does competitive club soccer cost at Sporting JAX?2025–26 competitive registration fees depend on league tier and region. Jacksonville/St. Johns examples include ECNL U13–U19 at $2,150, ECNL Regional League U13–U19 at $1,950, NPL U13–U19 at $1,650, and academy or select bands between about $1,095 and $1,500, with lower registration fees at Oakleaf and Palm Coast for some academy levels. Registration does not include uniforms or team fees; estimated team-fee bands typically fall roughly between $400 and $1,600 by age and league track depending on level. Payment plans are offered on registration balances. RDA full-season tuition is $995 at Veterans Park and Chuck Rogers Park, $885 at Earl Johnson Park, and $900 at Oakleaf, plus a required New Balance uniform kit priced after the club coupon. Jr Academy is $895 in Jacksonville/St. Johns and $650 in Palm Coast excluding the Adidas kit; the U8 bridge add-on is $100 plus bridge-team registration at $950 for the ten-month bridge season.
How does the recreational program work?Recreation is volunteer-coached; coaches complete background checks and SafeSport training and follow positive coaching standards. Families choose a Duval/St. Johns, Oakleaf, or Palm Coast recreation entry, register in PlayMetrics, and order the current Florida Elite uniform through WeGotSoccer. Team formation weighs buddy requests during early registration windows, home geography, and roster needs on a first-come basis—requests help but are not guaranteed. Coaches usually contact families about two weeks before training starts (often mid-late August for fall and mid-late February for spring depending on the season). Practices generally begin about two weeks before the first games, and schedules usually arrive one to two weeks before opening day. Email Recreation@SportingJaxAcademy.com for recreation-specific help.
What is Sporting JAX’s mission and development approach?Programming moves from first experiences with the ball through elite youth play, stressing technical skill, confidence, teamwork, and steady pursuit of excellence while keeping soccer enjoyable. Academy and competitive staff lead professionalized trainings in Jr Academy, RDA, and competitive groups; recreation emphasizes fun, organized play with friends at many skill levels. The organization ties its culture to long-term player growth rather than single-season hype.
How can families contact Sporting JAX Soccer Academy?Call +1 904-257-5575 or email info@SportingJaxAcademy.com for general questions. Mailing addresses are PO Box 600308, St. Johns, FL 32260, and PO Box 57065, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Recreation questions can go to Recreation@SportingJaxAcademy.com. RDA families can email Dana Klabacka at dana.klabacka@SportingJaxAcademy.com or Veronica Garza at veronica.garza@SportingJaxAcademy.com. Competitive families should contact the director of coaching who matches their player’s age group and region. Social handles include Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at SportingJaxSA.
