Programs built for Dominican youth
Free recreational football for every Dominican-heritage child, scheduled only in the windows when club seasons are closed: open-window team blocks, clinics, winter futsal, scrimmages, and community tournaments — plus mentorship, academic support, and cultural pride. Everyone plays.
Train, compete, grow
Each program connects technical development, cultural belonging, and real opportunity for players and families.
Futsal
Indoor futsal sessions for ages 11-19 focused on first touch, tight-space decisions, quick combinations, defensive pressure, and confidence on the ball.
- Close-control work
- Fast passing patterns
- Indoor winter blocks
Offseason Competitive Play
Offseason team blocks, scrimmages, and non-sanctioned tournament windows that help players learn roles, tactics, accountability, and how to perform together — then return to their club sharper.
- Team tactical sessions
- Scrimmages and match days
- Offseason reps that feed your club season
Games and Scrimmages
Small-sided games, full-field scrimmages, and match days that help players apply training, communicate under pressure, and build game rhythm. Offseason and non-sanctioned only — no league, no standings, no table.
- Small-sided games
- Full-field scrimmages
- Coach feedback
Leadership + Academics
Workshops and mentor check-ins that help players grow beyond the pitch through discipline, school support, and future planning.
- Life skills
- College awareness
- Accountability
Clinics
Open skill-building sessions that make sure cost never keeps a player off the field, giving families a safe first step into the DYFN community.
- Free entry points
- Equipment support
- Family presence
Flag + Family Days
Cultural activations, watch parties, and family days that connect players to Dominican identity, pride, and belonging.
- National-team moments
- Diaspora unity
- Family celebration
DYFN Youth Pathway
The free registration is the front door. Once a player is verified, DYFN can invite them into clinics, futsal blocks, games, scrimmages, and mentorship windows. Registering with DYFN does not affect a player's club registration.
Upcoming on the calendar
Every window sits outside the club season. Dates are confirmed for families as clinics, futsal blocks, games, scrimmages, and family days are scheduled.
Labor Day Kickoff
Registration, family welcome, and open clinics. No competitive play — your club's fall season comes first.
Thanksgiving Games and Scrimmages
Holiday-break window after the fall club season ends: coached scrimmages, team feedback, and family community time.
Futsal Winter Window
Indoor technical series during the winter club break — touch speed, scanning, and tight-space confidence.
Summer Games and Scrimmages
Summer window between club seasons: non-sanctioned games, scrimmages, and player-development feedback.