Welcome

Choosing The Right Club Matters.

At Montana Surf, we focus on long-term development — not just short-term wins. Our mission is to develop well-rounded athletes and even better humans. We provide unparalleled opportunities for Montana kids, including access to regional and national platforms through the Surf Nation network and Junior Premier League. We also believe soccer should be accessible to all. Through our Montana Surf Scholarship Fund and Free Soccer Initiative, we remove financial barriers so every child has the opportunity to play.

Program overview

A Program for Every Player

Montana Surf offers a clear progressive pathway from beginner to competitive. No matter where your child starts there's always room to grow. Every program connects to the next — from first touches to national competition.

A Program for Every Player

A Program for Every Player

Birth years 2013-2022 (ages 4-13)

Recreational (U4-U14)

A fun, low-pressure, co-ed introduction to soccer. Six Sundays of games plus weekly skill sessions — perfect for beginners and kids who want to play for the love of the game.



Birth years 2014–2018 (ages 6-12)

Competitive Youngers (U8-U13)

The next step for players ready for more structure. Professional coaching, games-based approach, competing on Saturdays in a positive environment. Both boys and girls teams available.

Birth years 2007-2014 (ages 12-19)

Competitive Olders (U14-U19)

Three training sessions per week, regional and statewide league play, and tournament competition for athletes ready to commit to their development. Both boys and girls teams available.

Elite — All MT players welcome

Regional Team - JPL

Montana's elite pathway. As a founding member of the Mountain West NPL, our male JPL teams compete for national qualification. Open to athletes from any Montana club. DPL is a nationally recognized competitive league for female athletes.

By Invitation

Surf Select

The highest level of the Surf Nation system. Top athletes are identified and invited to compete in national and international showcases, including college ID camps. Montana Surf athletes consistently earn spots on Surf Select national teams, traveling globally to compete against the world's top teams.

Year-round

Winter & Summer

Stay sharp all year. Futsal, tech sessions, pickup soccer, and summer camps — something for every player every season. Both boys and girls programs available.




Birth years 2013-2022 (ages 4-13)

Recreational (U4-U14)

A fun, low-pressure, co-ed introduction to soccer. Six Sundays of games plus weekly skill sessions — perfect for beginners and kids who want to play for the love of the game.



Birth years 2014–2018 (ages 6-12)

Competitive Youngers (U8-U13)

The next step for players ready for more structure. Professional coaching, games-based approach, competing on Saturdays in a positive environment. Both boys and girls teams available.

Birth years 2007-2014 (ages 12-19)

Competitive Olders (U14-U19)

Three training sessions per week, regional and statewide league play, and tournament competition for athletes ready to commit to their development. Both boys and girls teams available.

Elite — All MT players welcome

Regional Team - JPL

Montana's elite pathway. As a founding member of the Mountain West NPL, our male JPL teams compete for national qualification. Open to athletes from any Montana club. DPL is a nationally recognized competitive league for female athletes.

By Invitation

Surf Select

The highest level of the Surf Nation system. Top athletes are identified and invited to compete in national and international showcases, including college ID camps. Montana Surf athletes consistently earn spots on Surf Select national teams, traveling globally to compete against the world's top teams.

Year-round

Winter & Summer

Stay sharp all year. Futsal, tech sessions, pickup soccer, and summer camps — something for every player every season. Both boys and girls programs available.




Player pathway

Every program in the Montana Surf system connects to the next. Players build from the foundation up — no matter where they start there's always a next step.

Surf Select

National / International Showcases - By Nomination

JPL / DPL

Premier pathway · Tryouts Open to Athletes from All Montana-Based Clubs

Zone 2 Competitive

Ages 12–19 · League play · Tournaments

Zone 1 Competitive

Birth years 2014–2018 · Pro coaching

Recreational

Ages 4–12 · No tryouts · Fun first

Our development philosophy

Four pillars. One system.

We believe in developing the whole athlete. Our curriculum focuses on four pillars: technical skill, tactical awareness, physical development, and psychological resilience.

01

Technical skill

First touch, passing, accuracy, ball control, and individual mastery of the ball.

03

Physical development

Age-appropriate conditioning, athleticism, speed, and injury prevention.

02

Tactical awareness

Reading the game, positioning, team shape, and decision-making under pressure.

04

Psychological resilience

Confidence, focus, coachability, grit, and a lifelong love of the game.

01

Technical skill

First touch, passing, accuracy, ball control, and individual mastery of the ball.

02

Tactical awareness

Reading the game, positioning, team shape, and decision-making under pressure.

03

Physical development

Age-appropriate conditioning, athleticism, speed, and injury prevention.

04

Psychological resilience

Confidence, focus, coachability, grit, and a lifelong love of the game.

Every Kid Plays. No Exceptions.

Launched in 2022, the Montana Surf Scholarship Fund and the Free Soccer Initiative aim to remove financial barriers between a child and the game. Scholarships are awarded based on need and available to athletes at all levels of our program. The Free Soccer Initiative is a Sunday-only rec program that provides free soccer and equipment to families with financial hardships. Interested? Inquire to learn more.

Governing Bodies and Affiliated Organizations

Surf Nation is a network of over 60 high-performing soccer clubs across North America.