programs, camps & clinics

East Bay Eclipse offers seasonal camps and clinics open to all players in the community—no tryouts required. These fun, skill-focused sessions are a great way to train, stay active, and experience the Eclipse coaching philosophy.

Our seasonal offerings are a great way for players of all ages to train, grow, and enjoy the game—without the commitment of a full-year team. Open to the entire community, our winter, spring, and summer sessions focus on individual skill development in a fun, supportive environment led by Eclipse staff coaches.



Whether your player is trying soccer for the first time or looking to stay sharp between seasons, these programs provide a flexible and welcoming way to experience the Eclipse philosophy.

Spring 2026

For 2025-26 Eclipse club players: Spring training is included in your club fees. All club players automatically continue training in the spring.


For community players (non-club): Spring is a great opportunity to train alongside Eclipse club players, preparing for May tryouts or simply improving your game.


IMPORTANT: Age System Change for Spring 2026

All players—both returning club players and community players—will practice with their NEW age group starting in Spring 2026, not with their current 2025-26 teams.


Eclipse is following the guidance of US Club Soccer, which has returned to an age group formation based on August 1 - July 31 (rather than birth year). This nationwide change affects everyone:


Key impacts:

  • Current club players: You will train with your new age group (based on the August 1 - July 31 system), which may be different from your 2025-26 team
  • Future Eclipse players born January 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018: You will move up to U9 competitive-age training
  • All other players: Use the age charts below to find your correct spring group


This change ensures all players train at the developmentally appropriate level for the 2026-27 season.


What to Expect:

  • Technical skill development with Eclipse staff coaches
  • Age-appropriate training intensity
  • Three scrimmages per age group (no formal games)
  • Community players train alongside Eclipse club players


Season Dates: March 9 - May 3, 2026 (March 29 - April 5 OFF)

competitive age (U9-U19)


U9  August 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018 (class of 2036)

U10  August 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017 (class of 2035)

U11  August 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016 (class of 2034)

U12  August 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015 (class of 2033)

U13  August 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014 (class of 2032)

U14  August 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013 (class of 2031)

U15  August 1, 2011 - July 31, 2012 (class of 2030)

U16  August 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011 (class of 2029)

U17  August 1, 2009 - July 31, 2010 (class of 2028)

U18  August 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009 (class of 2027)


*if you fall out of the date range above, but fall into the graduating class, you must show proof of grade to participate in that age group. 

future eclipse (U5-U8)


Age Group Birth Date Range

U5 August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022

U6 August 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021

U7 August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020

U8 August 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019

competitive age (U9-U19)

U9-U19 players


Practices by age group (times below):

  • U9-U12: 1 field practice + 1 rink practice per week
  • U13-U15: 2 field practices + 1 rink practice per week
  • U16-U19: 3 field practices per week


Scrimmages: 3 scrimmages throughout the spring season


Location: Wilder Sports Complex & Lafayette Community Center Rink


Cost:

  • Eclipse club players: Included in club fees
  • Community players: $450

future eclipse (U5-U8)

future eclipse U5 - U8


Our foundational program for youngest players continues in the spring, building on skills learned in fall.


Focus: Introduction to soccer, basic skills, and fun


Structure: 

  • Two practices per week
  • Tuesday/Thursday - 3:45pm - 5:00pm @ Wilder 4
  • Small group training with emphasis on ball familiarization and movement


Location: Wilder Sports Complex

Cost: 

  • Eclipse club players: Included in club fees
  • Community/seasonal players: $450