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A nonprofit downtown soccer club founded in 1982 serving about 5,000 players a year, from classes for 3 year olds to recreation leagues, futsal, camps and a competitive academy. Kids learn in a supportive environment on Lower Manhattan fields.
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Fall, winter, spring and summer programs
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Ages 3–17.
Program fees vary; register online
Fall, winter, spring and summer programs
527 Hudson St, 10014, in the West Village, Manhattan.
No. Downtown United Soccer Club is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
Registration is handled by Downtown United Soccer Club: dusc.net.
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