Youth Development

Goals for Girls presented by Chevron provides girls ages 6-11 a fun, FREE development-focused introduction to soccer. Participants receive a Dash t-shirt, a soccer ball, and complimentary ticket to a Dash match. Register today!

The Dynamo & Dash KickStart STEM program, presented by ConocoPhillips is an educational curriculum aimed at encouraging students to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts with a focus on using soccer as an educational tool.

This FREE monthly clinic series brings soccer to communities across Houston, giving players ages 6-11 the chance to build their skills while learning the fundamentals of the game. Each clinic features technical instruction, engaging drills, fun activities designed for players of all experience levels, and a player meet and greet.

Register now for Cascarita, a free street soccer experience happening at multiple locations where you can show up, play, and connect with fellow fans and players. Spots are limited—sign up today and bring your game to the pitch with Houston Dynamo FC.

Futbolito in the City, powered by Shell Energy, provides 90 minutes of FREE soccer programming and play for Houston-area youth ages 6–11, once a week for 10 weeks. Participants can also win prizes, including Dynamo FC gear, autographs and opportunities to meet Dynamo FC players. Register now!

Throughout the year Dynamo & Dash Charities and 11 Sports Media partnered together to host six Lunch & Learn programs that provide a fun and educational experience for middle school and high school students. Each Lunch & Learn focuses on a different topic and provided the students the opportunity to hear from experts in various field.

Dynamo & Dash Charities is committed to promoting the importance of education and literacy among elementary and middle school students in the Houston area. Diesel’s Readers was created to reward students for going above and beyond by reading outside of the classroom. The program is hosted multiple times throughout the year. Check back for more info when registration opens in the fall!

Mini-pitches, built in parks across the city, provide Houston's youth the opportunity to learn and play the beautiful game of soccer. Currently, there are 18 pitches in 13 parks in Houston. Dynamo & Dash Charities are committed to building three mini-pitches a year for five years.

The Houston Dynamo and Dash, MLS WORKS, and Special Olympics have teamed up to promote social inclusion through the Unified Sports® Soccer Exchange Program, where athletes with and without intellectual disabilities play as one team. Meet the team below, and stay up to date on the Houston Dynamo FC Unified team and to find out when the team is playing near you!