Indoor Adult
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
Are 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 are due one week prior to 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 annual membership. All participants must have a current, signed waiver form 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. Earliest game time will be 5:40pm and 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 allowed on Co-ed House Teams. First-come first–served. - Outdoor Leagues: There will be a minimum of six games. Earliest game time will be 6:00pm and latest will depend on how many teams participate. Any individual can join a House Team (must be paid when added to 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
It’s easy to find out when your team plays at Arena Sports. Check out our game schedules for time and location.
Co-Ed Macho Rule – Adult League Only
Find out all you need to know for how your youth league’s games are officiated and managed.
3-Line violation – Indoor Only
We’ve made rescheduling games easy when conflicts arise.
No Scoring From your Own Half – Outdoor Only
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. Send your feedback through our referee evaluation form — positive comments are welcome too!
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!