FC WESTLAKE RISE
FC Westlake Rise is a new program designed to create a welcoming, inclusive soccer experience for children with special needs. Rise gives players the opportunity to play, move, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment where everyone can enjoy the game.
Each session is centered around fun, encouragement, and participation, with activities adapted to meet players where they are. Through games, movement, and soccer-based activities, players can develop new skills, grow in confidence, and experience the joy of being part of a team.
At FC Westlake Rise, every player has a place on the field.
FC WESTLAKE RISE
FC Westlake Rise is a new program designed to create a welcoming, inclusive soccer experience for children with special needs. Rise gives players the opportunity to play, move, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment where everyone can enjoy the game.
Each session is centered around fun, encouragement, and participation, with activities adapted to meet players where they are. Through games, movement, and soccer-based activities, players can develop new skills, grow in confidence, and experience the joy of being part of a team.
At FC Westlake Rise, every player has a place on the field.
FC WESTLAKE RISE
FC Westlake Rise is a new program designed to create a welcoming, inclusive soccer experience for children with special needs. Rise gives players the opportunity to play, move, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment where everyone can enjoy the game.
Each session is centered around fun, encouragement, and participation, with activities adapted to meet players where they are. Through games, movement, and soccer-based activities, players can develop new skills, grow in confidence, and experience the joy of being part of a team.
At FC Westlake Rise, every player has a place on the field.
FC WESTLAKE RISE
FC Westlake Rise is a new program designed to create a welcoming, inclusive soccer experience for children with special needs. Rise gives players the opportunity to play, move, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment where everyone can enjoy the game.
Each session is centered around fun, encouragement, and participation, with activities adapted to meet players where they are. Through games, movement, and soccer-based activities, players can develop new skills, grow in confidence, and experience the joy of being part of a team.
At FC Westlake Rise, every player has a place on the field.
Program details
Season Dates & Times
- September 19 – November 7
- Games are played Saturday or Sunday, depending on field availability
- Our goal is to hold sessions in the morning, which may mean some sessions fall on Sundays
Locations
- Valley View Elementary or Cedar Creek Elementary
Important Info
- Each team will need a volunteer head coach and assistant coach
- A parent or guardian stays on-site with their child for the entire session
- On the registration form, please note “FC Westlake Rise” or the name of a friend you'd like your child placed with
3 & 4 - YOUNGEST GROUP
5 & 6 - MIDDLE GROUP
7 & 8 - OLDEST GROUP
Groups stay split by age when we have enough participation.
If a group doesn't have enough registrations, we'll combine neighboring ages so every child still experiences a great session.
Every session runs about 60 minutes, split into two parts:
Part One - 30 Minutes
- Practice, Skill Development, & Fun Games
Part Two - 30 Minutes
- Inter-Team Scrimmage
Coaches receive session ideas in advance and can adapt games, pacing, and activities to fit the needs of each age group.
A head coach and an assistant coach lead every session, with an FC Westlake staff member present throughout.
Head Coach
At least one parent volunteer head coach leads every session.
Assistant Coach
A parent volunteer assistant coach provides extra hands-on support.
FC Westlake Staff
An FC Westlake staff member is present at every session.
Parent Required
A parent or guardian stays on-site the entire session.