Adult Indoor Soccer
Rules & Regulations
Ensuring a Level Playing Field for Everyone
To keep the games fun, fair, and competitive for everyone, we’ve put together some simple rules and guidelines. They’re all about keeping things safe, friendly, and enjoyable—because hey, we all want to play hard but still make it to work the next day! Take a quick look at the rules before your next game, and let’s keep the good vibes going on and off the field.
Playing
At Arena Sports
WHAT TO WEAR
GOALKEEPER ATTIRE:
The goalkeeper must wear colors that distinguish them from all other players.
SHINGUARDS & SOCKS
REQUIRED for all players. Socks must be worn over shin guards.
JEWELRY
A player may not wear jewelry (watches, bracelets, etc.) that is dangerous to themselves or other players. This may be at the discretion of the referee.
NO CLEATS ALLOWED
- A non-refundable team deposit of $100 (plus tax) for indoor leagues and $50 (plus tax) for outdoor leagues is due one week before the session start date (applied toward team fee). Deposits will be refunded ONLY if the league does not form.
- Arena Sports membership is required for all players. Membership pricing: $65 individual ($140 family). Non-members and players with an expired membership are ineligible for games, clinics, or classes and cannot be on a team roster. Substitute players may purchase a $10 Temporary Day Membership instead of an annual membership. All participants must have a current, signed waiver form that can be completed online or printed (en español) and brought in person.
- Must be at least 16 years of age (with parent permission) to participate in Arena Sports adult programs. No exceptions.
- Some leagues are played in multiple facilities, so please designate your home arena during registration.
- Indoor Adult Leagues: There will be a minimum of seven games for the Summer & Fall Session, and up to twelve games for Winter I, Winter II, & Spring. The earliest game time will be 5:40pm, and the latest will depend on how many teams participate.
- Any individual can join a House Team* (must be paid when added to a roster); House Teams have a minimum of eight players and a maximum of 12 players.
*Maximum of six male and six female players are allowed on Co-ed House Teams. First-come first-served. - Outdoor Leagues: There will be a minimum of six games. The earliest game time will be 6:00pm, and the latest will depend on how many teams participate. Any individual can join a House Team (must be paid when added to the roster); house teams have 7 players maximum. Two male and two female players will be on the field at all times.
Game
Rules
RESOURCES
3 Goals Rules
If a team is up by 3 goals or more, the opposing team is given the option to add another player to the field.
Co-Ed Macho Rule
A driven ball from a male within arm’s reach and above the waist of a female player will result in a foul called at the location of the player. This rule intends to protect female players from uncontrolled and unreasonably aggressive play by male players.
3-Line violation
A 3-line infraction occurs when the ball crosses over both red lines in the air without touching the wall, player, or the ground. This will result in a free kick from the red line closest to the original kick. Any team playing with two fewer players than the opposing team is not subject to the 3-line rule. Passing the ball over 3 lines toward your own goal is allowed.
No Scoring From your Own Half – Outdoor Only
Players must dribble the ball into the opponent’s half before scoring.
Penalty
cards
BLUE CARD
Duration of Penalty: 2 minutes
If Opponent Scores: Team returns to full strength, but without the carded player. The carded player may not return to the field until 2 minutes have passed.
Yellow Card
Duration of Penalty: 4 minutes
If Opponent Scores: Team returns to full strength, but without the carded player. The carded player may not return to the field until 4 minutes have passed.
Red Card
Duration of Penalty: 5 minutes, regardless of the opponent scoring.
Player Penalty: Immediate ejection from the current game. Player MUST exit the building. Automatic 1 game suspension. If the player plays on multiple rosters, they may be subject to missing further games. Based on severity, the penalty will be a multiple or indefinite suspension length.
Warning: A red card may be given if a player is caught chewing gum or spitting on the field.
RESPECT
YOUR REFS!
At Arena Sports, our goal is to promote a fun, soccer-loving community. Confronting and verbally abusing referees can often lead to cards, which is no fun for anyone. It’s not realistic to expect a referee to call a perfect match – just like it’s not realistic to expect that players, will PLAY a perfect match. If you have a question regarding a referee’s decision, ask them to explain it in a polite, non-confrontational way during half-time or after the match. The best way to send feedback is through our referee eval form below.
Positive feedback is always welcomed as well!