Optimist Youth Football

Boise, ID

Location of Optimist Youth Football campBoise, ID

About

Optimist Youth Football offers tackle football, flex flag football, girls flag football, and cheerleading for ages 8-17. The program also states that teams are formed in neighborhoods and that practices and games are offered for youth football programs.

Programs

  • Tackle Football — 8-17
  • Flex Flag Football — 8-17
  • Girls Flag Football — 8-17
  • Cheerleading

At a glance

  • Ages: 8–17 years old
  • General schedule: Teams are formed in neighborhoods, and teams and families fill the Optimist fields on Saturdays in the fall. Practices and games are offered for youth football programs.

About the provider

Optimist Youth Football says it is a non-profit, volunteer-driven youth football organization in Idaho's Treasure Valley. It has been active since 1949 and says it holds a mission of celebrating character on and off the field and providing a wholesome, enjoyable experience of playing football.

No more player weight restrictions. The page says age groupings are key to safety. Today’s norms and guidelines are followed for safe, age-appropriate play.

Last updated November 4, 2026.

Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.