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Youth NFL Flag Football

Arlington Youth NFL Flag Football is part of the National Football League’s official flag football program that allows boys and girls to play non-contact flag football in a fast paced and exciting environment. Arlington is home to one of the largest programs in the nation and is entering our 22nd year with over 1,300 registrants for the 2025 season.

Registration for the Fall NFL Flag Football League will open May 11th, 2026! 

You can learn more about NFL FLAG by visiting http://www.nflflag.com/ or register below.

Registration

Register online below beginning May 11th at 8:00am. Registration converts to a non-guaranteed waiting list at 5:00pm on July 9th. Payment can be made by credit/debit card online or by cash or check in person.

The registration for the Fall NFL Flag Program will be $134.There will also be a Field Fund fee of $10 (grades 1st-3rd) or $20 (grades 4th-12th). The field fund fee is collected by all Arlington County sports organizations to support capital field projects and maintenance.

Financial assistance available to qualified applicants. More Information on Fee Reductions.

All Fee Reductions for youth sport leagues must be manually applied. If you have a fee reduction and need to apply it, please follow these steps: 

  • Complete the registration for the winter house basketball program and add the order to your cart. You can access the website here: Arlington County NFL Flag Football
  • Do not complete payment for the program, please email your league manager directly once the registration is in the cart.
  • We will go into your account and adjust the fee to reflect the fee reduction.
  • Once you receive an email from your league manager informing you that the fee has been adjusted, please log back into your account and pay the adjust fee.
  • Please note, that your child’s registration for the program will not be completed until the adjusted registration fee is paid.

Equipment

Provided for the 2026 season are sublimated jerseys, flag belts and footballs.

NFL youth mini red football is used for grade 1. 
NFL youth blue football (Wilson Pee Wee/K2) is used for grades 2-5.
NFL youth brown football (Wilson Junior/TDY) is used for grades 5-12.

Mouth guards are required. Cleats are optional (metal cleats are prohibited).

Practices and Games

Practices will be held twice a week on weeknights/weekends, beginning the week of August 17th. Once Games begin the weekend of September 5th, teams will no longer practice on weekends and will transition to one weeknight practice for the remainder of the season. 

Games will be held on Saturdays and/or Sundays beginning September 5th and concluding by November 1st. Games will be held on Columbus Day Weekend. 

Regular Season will run from Saturday, September 5th until Sunday, October 18th. (weather permitting)

Arlington County NFL Flag Playoffs are scheduled to kick of Saturday, October 24th and conclude Sunday, November 2nd. (weather permitting). Please note all teams make the tournament and are guaranteed at least 1 game. 

Team practices and games will take place at Kenmore MSFt. BarnardQuincy ParkBarcroft ParkBluemont ParkWakefield H.S., and Washington-Liberty H.S.

League Managers

League Manager for Grades 1-6
Mariah Leonard
703-228-1818
[email protected]

League Manager for Grades 7-12
Xavier Marin
703-228-3319
[email protected] 

Volunteer Coaches

Volunteer Coaches are the lifeblood of our programs. We simply would not be able to operate our youth sport leagues such as this Youth Flag Football League without the hundreds of parents, family members, friends and community leaders who volunteer their time to promote youth sports in Arlington. 

The only way to ensure your child’s team has a volunteer coach is to have someone volunteer specifically for your child’s team. Find a trusted adult (ex. Family member, pastor, community leader, teacher) or have a high school aged minor along with a trusted adult coach your team. Each team needs 2-4 volunteers.

Coaches do not need to have any extensive experience with flag football in order to serve as the coach. The County and NFL Flag Football has many resources to assist in making sure coaches and players have a successful season. Coaches can be under 18, provided there is an adult that is over 18 on-site during all team activities. All volunteers must pass a background check coordinated by the County. 

It is a time commitment of about 2-3 hours per week.

If you’re interested in coaching with us and would like to learn more, please reach out to your league commissioner.

 

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2026 NFL Youth Flag Football


1st Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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2nd Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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3rd Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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4th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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5th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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6th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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7th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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8th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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9th - 10th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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11th - 12th Grade - Coed

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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5th - 6th Grade - Girls

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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7th - 8th Grade - Girls

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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High School Girls Division

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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3rd Grade Girls - 3rd&4th Grade Division

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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4th Grade Girls - 3rd&4th Grade Division

Registration opens on 05/11/2026 at 08:00 AM
Season Dates: 09/05/2026 to 11/01/2026
$134.00
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Access for All

Arlington County can provide upon request reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Two weeks advance notice is preferred. Question on access and inclusion should be directed to the Therapeutic Recreation Office at 703-228-4740. Likewise, Arlington County does not want fee to be a barrier for those who participate in County classes, camps or programs. Call 703-228-4747 to learn how to qualify for reduced fees. TTY 703-228-4743

Contact

Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation
300 N. Park Dr 
Arlington, Virginia 22203

Phone: 703-228-4747
Email: [email protected]

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