Soccer
Dribble, kick, block, and score on the greater Washington, DC area’s only full-size, FIFA-regulation indoor soccer pitch.
Soccer at The St. James
Develop on the pitch skills and a champion’s mindset through a range of soccer programs at STJ. Everyone from beginners to varsity players to professionals will find the soccer programs and soccer classes to match their skills and development goals. Work with elite trainers at our world-class sports training complex in Springfield, VA. We offer:
- Private and semi-private soccer lessons customized for age, position and skill level
- Soccer club leagues for all ages
- Foundational youth soccer classes
- Intensive pre and off-season academies to keep advanced players sharp
- Holistic training that includes science, nutrition, and psychology
- Exposure to USA Soccer scouts and professional soccer clubs
- The DC area’s only full-length, FIFA-regulation indoor soccer pitch
Soccer Leagues
Compete in year-round adult and youth soccer leagues, held in the climate-controlled St. James Field House. Youth rec leagues are a great way to learn to play soccer, and serve as a pathway to more competitive club soccer programs. Prep to play in modern locker rooms, then it's game on in our indoor turf Field House. Parents will enjoy watching the action from spacious stadium seating. Post-match, continue the fun with food and refreshments at on-site bar and restaurant, Vim & Victor, by local celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn.
TSJFC Spring Rec Soccer Program at TSJ
The STJ FC staff along with parent coaching participation will organize practice sessions on Wednesdays and provide games for players and teams on Saturdays in our state-of-the-art, indoor STJ Field House. We do not experience weather cancellations for our soccer program at the STJ flagship in Springfield, Virginia.
Our program will help players unlock their technical development in the game and just as important, their love for the game. With a quality indoor turf fieldhouse setting, this program is heavily dependent on parent coaching volunteers to execute the daily lesson plans provided to them for our program participants.
Ages
2-13
Schedule
- Wednesday Evenings, 4:30 PM-8:30 PM (depending on age group)
- Saturday Mornings, 8:30 AM-12:15 PM (depending on age group)
- March 26th - June 7th
Spring Over 18 7v7 Soccer League
The St. James Soccer is excited to offer another season of The St. James O18 Spring Adult 7v7 Soccer League! If you are over the age of 18 looking to play competitive soccer while having fun with your friends, and looking to play indoors, you have found your new soccer league!
Ages
Over 18, Open Division
Schedule
- Tuesdays, March 25th - May 15th
- 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Events
Chelsea FC Advanced Player Development Clinic
This Advanced Player Clinic has been specifically designed to provide players in the region with an elite training experience, both on and off the field. This clinic will be delivered by Chelsea FC coaches from England, using methods and activities directly from Chelsea's youth Academy in England. Clinic activities will be delivered in a manner that is consistent with the training philosophy and methodologies used to develop elite players in Chelsea F.C.'s world-renown youth Academy.
Location: Hanson Park, Field #1, Leesburg, Virginia.
Ages
7 to 11
Schedule
- Saturday, January 4th
- 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
The St. James Football Club
The St. James FC hosts competitive travel teams for boys and girls in the U9 - U19 age groups that will compete for regional and national titles. We also offer a pre-travel soccer program for players between the ages of 6-8 who have an interest in joining a competitive travel youth soccer club by age 9.
The St. James South (Springfield): Contact Adam Baumgardner
The St. James FC North (Loudoun): Contact Adam Baumgardner and visit TSJFC at https://thestjamessoccer.com/
Chelsea FC at The St. James
We’ve partnered with the Premier League’s Chelsea Football Club to bring champion-level youth soccer lessons to the DMV. Youth players can join training clinics and soccer camps led by Chelsea FC’s elite coaching staff, who will guide them through their winning approach to the game.
Don't miss the exciting experiences hosted across the DMV this season!
Soccer Camps
School's Out Day Camps
We know how difficult it is to find suitable care for your children on student holidays. The St. James has you covered with our new Ultimate Sports & Adventure Day Camp! A wide range of sports and activities, your child will get to explore lots of new games and adventures. Campers will have the chance to compete in our fieldhouse, try out their skills in our courthouse, and explore their digital and creative side in our Super Awesome & Amazing facility.
Ages
5 - 13
Schedule
- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Extended Day | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
Private Soccer Lessons
Train like the pros with the region’s top soccer program on the only full-length, FIFA-regulation indoor pitch in the DMV. With one-on-one or semi-private instruction, watch your game advance to the next level. The professional soccer coaches at The St. James design customized training plans for each player, monitor your progress and provide personalized performance analysis. Enjoy elite-level facilities and resources like the pros at DC United do, including cross training and recovery services.
Private soccer lessons start at $100 per hour. Contact soccer@thestjames.com for more information.
Meet Our Soccer Coaches
Adam Baumgardner
Director of Soccer
Kurt Gordon
Director, The St. James Futsal Academy (South)
Get in Touch
Interested in soccer programs at The St. James? Contact us to request information about youth soccer clubs, soccer clinics, private training, and more.