Academy & Travel

CCFC Academy & Travel soccer programs

At Circle City FC, our Travel and Academy programs are designed for young athletes who are ready to take their game beyond recreational play. We provide a structured, competitive environment where players are challenged to grow in skill, confidence, and teamwork. Our programs focus on age-appropriate technical training, tactical understanding, and a passion for the game that lasts a lifetime.

Registration for tryouts is FREE. We encourage everyone interested to come tryout and see for yourself.

CCFC Travel Soccer FAQs

Q: When are tryouts?

U10 Boys and Girls Academy: Birth years 2018 - 2016, June 3rd and 4th, 6:00-7:30p at Adams Elementary School
U11-U12 Elite Boys and Girls: Birth years 2014 and 2015, June 9th and 10th 6:00-7:30p at Adams Elementary School
U13-U19 Elite Boys and Girls: Birth years 2013 - 2007, June 9th and 10th 6:00-7:30p at Adams Elementary School

Q: What does the travel soccer schedule look like?

The ISL season is usually 6-8 games while each team can play in 2 additional weekend tournaments each season (fall and spring).

Tryouts: June
Practices start: early August
Fall ISL Games: beginning of Sep – first weekend of Nov
Spring ISL Games: mid Mar – end of May/early June

Q: Who coaches the travel soccer teams?

Our volunteer coaches are not paid, but all are required to maintain at minimum a State Level E license and also bring with them a wealth of experience to the teams they lead.

Q: When are practices? How long are they?

Practice lengths vary depending on teams, but usually 2 practices per week for 1-1.5hrs each. And, depending on availability of fields and coaches for which nights practices will be held. Depending on the size of field needed, practices are held either behind Kitley Intermediate, Edgewood Intermediate, or at Franklin Central High School.

Q: How far do teams travel?

Our travel teams typically stay within the state of Indiana for play, and most often within Marion County. CCFC is registered with Indiana Soccer League (ISL) and teams play in different divisions based on their level of success in the previous season. Their divisions might require them to travel occasionally to play teams in other regions of the state, but it is rare. Most of our competition will be within the Indianapolis metropolitan area.

Q: What are the average costs for travel soccer?

Compared to other area clubs, we continue to be mindful of player tuition costs and work to keep it financially possible for everyone to play. Travel tuition runs around $800 for the full year, and $550 for spring only (for HS athletes who are not eligible to play in the fall) + uniform costs. The fees cover our teams’ registrations with ISL, referees for games and tournament fees.

Academy (u8-u10)

CCFC Academy serves as a bridge between our Recreational and Travel programs. These teams have a fun and safe environment for the players to go deeper into the fundamentals and sharpen their skills in order to grow and develop as a complete soccer player. There is an emphasis on being competitive, but the primary focus is the development of our players.

Players will practice at least twice per week during season, and play games on the weekends. There will be a couple tournaments the teams will play in throughout the year as well.

Travel (U11-U19)

CCFC's Travel teams play in a higher level of competition around the state of Indiana and regionally. This allows players to continue their development into a complete player towards high school, college, and beyond. At the Travel level, we continue to build on foundational individual skills while introducing more advanced concepts and tactics for team play within a family-friendly environment.

Our travel soccer program offers a competitive and enriching environment to help young athletes develop their skills, passion, and teamwork. At CCFC, we emphasize player growth both on and off the field through coaching, training, and regular participation in regional leagues and tournaments. Parents can expect clear communication, a focus on character-building, and a supportive community.

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