Purpose:  ASA programs are intended to use soccer as a means to develop good character, mental and physical fitness and interpersonal skills. Sportsmanship, social skills and self-esteem are developed by player participation and adult examples.

Programs:

• Recreation (or House) - The Recreation program stresses teaching and participation. Every player is entitled to play at least one half of every game. Therefore team sizes are regulated.  The Suburban Friendship League (SFL) is part of the Recreation program and serves our older players.  Visit the separate links for both the Frequently Asked Questions, Recreation Program and the SFL for furthur information.
  
• Travel -  The Travel program enters teams in the National Capital Soccer League (NCSL) for boys, the Washington Area Girls’ Soccer League (WAGS) for girls, and the Old Dominion Soccer League (ODSL) for both boys and girls Travel leagues. Participation on those teams is based on ability and determined at tryouts. Tryouts for newly forming teams are held every Spring, occasionally in the Fall, and announced on our website.  Visit the separate link for Travel for further information.

ASA will facilitate the placement of children with special needs whenever possible. Please contact ASA for further information.

Instruction and Clinics: ASA also offers coaching courses, referee instruction, player clinics, tournaments and parent education programs.   Visit the separate links to find out more.

Rules And Procedures: ASA has a handbook which governs the operation of its programs and spells out rules and regulations. It is posted on the website. Each player and parent is encouraged to review it.

Registration: Registration of each player is required. All new players must submit proof of age. A copy of a birth certificate or passport must be provided at time of registration.

Financial Aid: If your family has difficulty paying the registration fee or purchasing the uniform, please contact the office during office hours to learn more about financial aid available. Our financial aid program is based on the same criteria as the Alexandria City Public School Lunch program. A copy of your enrollment in the lunch program will be required for financial aid consideration.