At Rochester FC, we’re committed to offering more than just soccer. We are excited to bring MLS GO to our Southern Minnesota community.
MLS GO is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth program dedicated to providing an inclusive and high-quality soccer experience for all. Our mission is to make soccer fun and affordable, ensuring more kids have the opportunity to play.
Open to children ages 4-17, MLS GO is designed for everyone—from future pros to first-time players. We focus on teaching fundamental skills and fostering a lifelong love of the game.
By offering a structured, community-based program with connections to a developmental pathway, we aim to break down barriers and make soccer accessible to all.
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These rec sessions typically run in Spring, Fall, and indoor futsal in Winter seasons.
MLS GO welcomes children aged 4-17.
Players need only shin guards and cleats. Your MLS GO registration includes a jersey, shorts, and socks,. Rochester FC provides soccer balls for practices and games.
One practice and one game per week for 8 weeks.
Yes! We help cover the participation fees of individual players through our MLS GO PLAY FUND, an annual financial commitment from Major League Soccer (MLS) to expand access to youth recreational soccer. Learn more
Futsal (hard flooring) - winter session
Grass - summer/spring/fall session
Futsal or indoor soccer shoes (no outdoor cleats) are strongly recommended but tennis shoes would work. You can find options at here: KIDS INDOOR SHOES
For outdoor sessions (spring, summer, fall) outdoor cleats is preferred.
Water bottle, shin guards, and their uniform for practices and games. For the first day of practices, please wear all black (shorts, t-shirt, socks). It will be warm in the facility.
Yes! Parents are welcome to observe from the designated waiting area outside the Exhibition Hall. We kindly ask that parents do not enter the playing area during sessions.
Rochester FC may take photos or short videos during sessions to share highlights on our social media. Please let us know if you prefer your child not be included.
All our coaches are experienced and have strong soccer backgrounds. You can view your child’s assigned coach at the link in your registration email and learn more in our Coaches -Technical Staff section.
Our MLS GO Spring/summer sessions will be held at Silver Lake Park next to the Skateboard park in Rochester, MN. Parking is available on the street.
For more information on parking, visit the City of Rochester's parking page.
Our MLS GO winter sessions currently practice at Civic Center - see below.
The Civic Center Ramp is located on the west side of Civic Center Drive across the street from the center and is attached by a climate-controlled skyway.
The Civic Center South Lot is located across the river from the Mayo Civic Center and offers an additional 240 parking spaces.
Civic Center flat lot is North of the building. All-day parking is available for a fee - see Pay at Box for current rates.
Free Parking - Park FREE in any City ramp on weekdays after 5 PM and until 1 AM and weekends from 9 AM to 1 AM.
Parking Meter Hours - Meters are enforced 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, except major holidays. Meters are not enforced after 5 PM on weekdays or on Saturdays or Sundays.
Accessible Parking - All Rochester public parking ramps have marked designated accessible parking spaces available. There are also a few designated spots under the skyway into the building on Civic Center Drive and on the Center Street bridge near Mayo Field. Vehicles with state issued disability plates or permits may park at city meters for up to 4 hours, with the exception of 30-minute meters. These vehicles are also eligible for a 50% discount when parked in a cashiered municipal ramp.
For more information on parking, visit the City of Rochester's parking page.
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