USA of Indiana

What the club offers

Community recreation welcomes boys and girls from about 18 months through 20 years old who want a developmentally appropriate, fun-first experience. Soccer Tots introduces two- through five-year-olds with short sessions that blend motor-skill games and small-sided play; the tots fee includes a participation award, a program shirt, and small prizes across winter, spring, and fall session options. Older recreational divisions follow US Youth Soccer and Indiana Soccer small-sided guidance (for example, no goalkeepers until Under-10) with minimum half-game playing time, no league standings kept, and participation awards at season end. Spring play runs roughly April through early June and fall play roughly September through October, each with eight games across six weekend dates plus two weeknights, coach-led training sessions, and team calendars in PlayMetrics. Pike-area teams train and play at the Mary and John Geisse Soccer Complex in Indianapolis; Hendricks-area teams use the USAI Avon Soccer Complex and USAI Brownsburg Soccer Complex. Spring 2026 recreational tuition runs from $90 for Under-3 and Under-4 through $155 for Under-19, with roughly half-price tiers for Medicaid-eligible players in those same age bands; jersey and black socks add $25 for most rec players (tots use an included shirt instead of that bundle), and families may pay an optional $35 volunteer buy-out per player.

Travel soccer fields gender-specific teams from about ages 7 through 19 at multiple competitive levels, from central-Indiana league play up to national-track pathways where rosters qualify. The Youth Academy pathway (roughly Under-8 through Under-12) emphasizes technical fundamentals, simple tactics, teamwork, and confidence on the ball with two or three trainings per week. Under-13 through Under-19 travel layers in higher tactical demand, strength and agility work, and college-oriented support for older athletes. Teams form around an annual June cycle with an open transfer window each June; player evaluations are free but require registration, and families should plan on two evaluation sessions per age group when possible. After evaluations, a $200 non-refundable commitment deposit secures a roster spot, offers may be extended on-site with follow-up through the registration account, and the club expects everyone to be contacted within about a day of the final session for that group. Travel players commit to roughly a year from fall through the following June with two or three trainings per week (frequency steps up for older ages), weekend league games with occasional weeknights, fall and spring league segments, and included winter training. Club tuition covers league registration for the team’s assigned competition level, coach stipends for licensed lead coaches (and many assistants), a director of player development, specialty training blocks such as goalkeeper, fitness, finishing, and speed-agility work, a set number of club-scheduled tournaments for junior versus senior teams, field operations, insurance aligned with Indiana Soccer, winter indoor or turf training rentals, and a red training shirt. Team managers collect separate team fees for items like extra tournaments the director approves, league-game referee shares, supplemental training rentals, and coach hotel nights on away trips. Full annual club tuition is due September 1 or when a mid-year joiner comes aboard unless the family sets up an approved automatic payment plan; uniforms are purchased separately and run about $100 online, lasting multiple seasons depending on growth. High-school-age travel teams often shift to a later fall start so players can align with school soccer.

Facilities and locations

Primary outdoor hubs include the Mary and John Geisse Soccer Complex (7225 West 56th Street, Indianapolis, Eagle Creek area), the USAI Avon Soccer Complex (6050 East County Road 91 North, Avon), the USAI Brownsburg Soccer Complex (3400 North County Road 600 East, Brownsburg), and Northwestway Park (5253 West 62nd Street at Moller Road, Indianapolis) for additional training or game needs. Travel home games typically rotate among Geisse, Avon, and Brownsburg depending on age and bracket. Tots meet in marked areas at Avon (near the big blue barn south of field 92) and Pike (near field 15 for remaining sessions) as announced each season.

Mission, philosophy, and coaching approach

The club promotes the tagline “We Teach More Than Just the Game,” aiming to pair soccer development with life skills such as teamwork, integrity, and determination. Player development is treated as the highest priority, with roster movement allowed when a child needs more challenge or a different environment to rebuild confidence. Recreation stresses fun, basic skills, and sportsmanship with volunteer coaches who complete background checks and entry coaching education. Travel programming pairs paid, licensed coaching staff with a managing director and director of player development, parent volunteer expectations to support events, and alignment with Indiana Soccer and US Youth Soccer competition standards.

How families register or follow up

Families register and manage schedules through PlayMetrics, with separate registration paths for recreation, tots, and travel. General questions go to Info@USAofIndiana.org or 317-767-0699 by text or voice; recreational coaching volunteer interest can also email Rec@USAofIndiana.org. Mailing address is PO Box 532472, Indianapolis, IN 46253. Need-based tuition assistance applications route through the board for partial grants, and families may also explore referee certification to earn income on rec Saturdays. Registration is considered complete for recreation only after payment, and middle or high school rec teams can fill early.