Our Open training sessions are open to players in the U9 through U15 age groups — boys and girls.

Use the chart below to find your player's correct age group. North Jersey ASC follows the U.S. Soccer school-year standard, which uses an August 1 birth year cutoff — not January 1. This is a change from how most local recreational and travel programs have historically assigned age groups, and it matters: depending on when your player was born, they may be placed in a different group than you're expecting.

Here's how it works: a player's age group is based on the soccer year that begins on August 1. A player born on or after August 1, 2013 and before August 1, 2014 is a U13 — regardless of whether their birthday falls in the spring, summer, or fall of 2013. If you're not sure where your player falls, use the chart or contact us and we'll confirm it.

Every family will receive an email within one week of the conclusion of tryouts — regardless of the outcome. We believe every player who came out and competed deserves a clear, direct answer. You won't be left wondering.

North Jersey ASC is committed to making competitive club soccer accessible to every family in the communities we serve. We share full fee details with families at the time offers are extended — not before, because costs can vary by team and level of competition.

What we can tell you: our fees are not just competitive — they are meaningfully lower than most clubs in the area. We offer payment plans and need-based scholarships to eligible players. We are a non-profit organization, and that's not a formality. Our priority is our players, not our bottom line.

Pre-season training begins in August 2026, with competitive league play starting in September and running through November. The spring season begins in March 2027, with league and tournament play continuing through mid-June. A separate winter indoor program is also available.

Club teams train twice per week (90-minute sessions), play weekend league matches, and participate in tournaments during both the fall and spring seasons. Registration covers both the fall and spring seasons.

North Jersey ASC competes in the Northern Counties Soccer Association (NCSA) and EDP (Elite Development Platform) — two of the most well-regarded youth soccer leagues in the region. We are sanctioned by New Jersey Youth Soccer (NJYS), the governing body for youth soccer in the state.

No. We evaluate every player on what we see on the field — technical ability, soccer IQ, coachability, and competitive mentality. Prior club experience is not a prerequisite. If your player has the drive and the work ethic, we want to see them.

Players should arrive in athletic clothing appropriate for outdoor play, with cleats and shin guards. Bring a water bottle — tryouts are held in the evening but hydration always matters. If your player has their own ball, they're welcome to bring it, though it's not required. Most importantly: come ready to work hard, compete, and have fun.

We strongly encourage attendance at both sessions — our coaches use both dates to build a complete picture of each player. That said, we understand conflicts happen. If your player can only make one date, please reach out in advance at judah@athleticsoccerclub.org so we know to expect them and can make sure they receive a thorough evaluation.