Rec Program

Where every Bedford kid falls in love with soccer.

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That's a wrap on Fall 2026. Thank you to every player, family, and volunteer coach! Spring 2027 registration opens in February on the Rec Registration page. Want to keep playing this winter? Futsal and Winter Training are open now.

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What Is Rec?

Recreational soccer is the heart of BAC and where most of our players start. It's a fun, welcoming place to build skills, make friends and learn the game. All abilities welcome, from first-time players to future stars.

Skill-building first. Age-appropriate sessions that build the fundamentals: dribbling, passing and confidence on the ball.

Fun and low-pressure. No tryouts and no cuts. Every child plays, learns and has fun.

Professional trainers. Sessions are led by professional trainers, with parent coaches helping organize the fun.

Right here in Bedford. Practices and home games on Bedford fields, with weeknight and weekend options.

Fall Program

Our flagship season, open to players from PreK through Grade 12. It starts the first week of September and wraps up with the Halloween Jamboree, a Saturday celebration of the season for our whole rec community.

PreK and Kindergarten players train in small groups with professional trainers. Grades 1 to 6 practice one weeknight at Legacy Field, half with trainers and half with parent coaches, and play games on Saturdays. Grades 7 to 12 play in a coed league with nearby towns.

Cost: see Rec Fees below.

Photo: @photos_by_annika_

Photo: @photos_by_annika_

Spring Program

A 6-week skills program for PreK to Grade 6, led entirely by professional trainers. It meets one weeknight for an hour, with no games and no Saturdays, just lots of touches on the ball. Players are grouped by age with no more than 15 per trainer, and every player gets a red BAC shirt.

Sessions run from early May to mid June at Swenson Field. Typical times, set each spring:

• PreK and K: Monday or Wednesday at 5:30 PM
• Grades 1 and 2: Monday at 6:30 PM or Wednesday at 5:30 PM
• Grades 3 and 4: Monday or Wednesday at 6:30 PM
• Grades 5 and 6: Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Spring registration opens in February.

Adaptive Program

Our Adaptive Soccer Program serves children ages 5 to 18 with physical, cognitive and social challenges, from Bedford and nearby towns. It is all about meaningful participation, teamwork, exercise and fun. Every player is paired with an on-field buddy who helps as needed and brings support, encouragement and friendship. The Fall 2026 schedule is below. Days and times for 2027 will be announced.

Practices: Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 PM at SAU Field

Games: Saturdays, 10:00 to 11:00 AM at SAU Field, 103 County Road

Questions? Email recsoccer@bedfordac.com.

Rec Fees

* 2026 pricing. 2027 pricing will be announced. Adaptive players pay the same fees as rec.

Is Rec The Right Fit?

Ready To Play Rec?

Rec soccer is perfect for players who want to learn the game, stay active and have fun without the commitment of a competitive travel schedule. Families looking for a higher level of competition, more practices and league play may want to look at our travel program.

Parent Resources

Before The Season

What to bring: shin guards (required), cleats or sneakers, a water bottle and weather-appropriate clothes. Your BAC shirt comes with registration.

Ball size: size 3 for PreK to Grade 2, size 4 for Grades 3 to 6, and size 5 for Grade 7 and up.

Weather: sessions cancelled for weather may be made up, depending on field and coach availability.

Get Involved

BAC is 100% volunteer-run. Our rec program thrives because parents step up to organize practices, coach and cheer on our players. No experience needed, just enthusiasm.

Want to help? Email recsoccer@bedfordac.com.

Every rec player’s red shirt carries the logos of the local businesses that make our program possible. Thank you to our sponsors.

Season Photos

Questions about the rec program? Email recsoccer@bedfordac.com and we'll get back to you.