GRASSROOTS (U5 – U12)
GRASSROOTS PROGRAMS refer to playing opportunities for our young players under the age of 12. We understand these ages can be a crucial time for instilling in children a positive image of self and sport. As you bring these young minds to us to explore an active lifestyle through the game of soccer, we are careful that we provide environments that are best suited for their development, both as individuals and as players.
“Whether they dream of playing for Canada’s National Teams or simply want to have fun with their friends, taking the right approach to the game when children are young sets the stage for a lifetime of enjoyment.
The Canada Soccer Pathway provides a roadmap for players of all ages and aspirations who want to play soccer at the recreational, competitive or high-performance EXCEL levels, with the aim of encouraging lifelong participation. The Pathway is built around the principles of Long-Term Player Development (LTPD).
For players under the age of 12, many of whom are lacing up cleats for the first time, the goal of this approach is simple:
GET KIDS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH THE GAME.”
– CANADA SOCCER
OUTDOOR
SPRING
April – June 2021
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. This popular program has parents join their child on field each session, while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement.
Parents will need to join their child on field for one session (first session only) while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- REGISTER EARLY TO RESERVE!
- Players born 2014, 2015
- 6 Weeks | Every Saturday
- Registration Opens March 29
- Season Kicks Off – June 19
- ALL YOUTH – U5, U7, U9, U11, U13+
- Following Canada Soccer’s LTPD Guidelines
Allows children to develop their movement ABCs — agility, balance, coordination, and speed—and learn the basics of the game while emphasizing fun, cooperation, and maximum time on the ball.
- REGISTER EARLY TO RESERVE!
- Players born 2012, 2013
- 6 Weeks | Every Saturday
- Registration Opens March 29
- Season Kicks Off – June 19
- ALL YOUTH – U5, U7, U9, U11, U13+
- Following Canada Soccer’s LTPD Guidelines
This “golden age of learning,” when children become less self-centered and are more able to reflect on their actions and learn from mistakes, provides an optimal window for further development of skills. The focus is on learning by doing, building a larger repertoire of soccer movements and teaching the basic principles of play in a fun and challenging environment.
- REGISTER EARLY TO RESERVE!
- Players born 2010, 2011
- 6 Weeks | Every Saturday
- Registration Opens March 29
- Season Kicks Off – June 19
- ALL YOUTH – U5, U7, U9, U11, U13+
- Following Canada Soccer’s LTPD Guidelines
SUMMER
July – September 2021
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. This popular program has parents join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Details TBA
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. Parents will need to join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Details TBA
Allows children to develop their movement ABCs — agility, balance, coordination, and speed—and learn the basics of the game while emphasizing fun, cooperation, and maximum time on the ball.
- Details TBA
This “golden age of learning,” when children become less self-centered and are more able to reflect on their actions and learn from mistakes, provides an optimal window for further development of skills. The focus is on learning by doing, building a larger repertoire of soccer movements and teaching the basic principles of play in a fun and challenging environment.
- Details TBA
INDOOR
FALL
October – December 2020
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. This popular program has parents join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Born: 2016, 2017
- PARENT TOT
- 4 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: November 7
- $ 49
SEASON ENDED
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. Parents will need to join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Born: 2014, 2015
- PARENT TOT
- 6 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: October 24
- $ 69
SEASON ENDED
- Born: 2012, 2013
- 8 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: October 24
- $ 89
SEASON ENDED
- Born: 2010, 2011
- 8 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: October 19
- $89
SEASON ENDED
WINTER
January – March 2021
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. This popular program has parents join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Born: 2016, 2017
- PARENT TOT – (Parents are required to be on field with the child)
- 4 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: TBA
- $ 49
Gives the youngest players the opportunity to develop basic movement skills like running, jumping, landing, kicking, throwing, and catching in a fun setting built around informal play and positive reinforcement. Parents will need to join their child on field while guided by one of our paid/trained Grassroots Coaches.
- Born: 2014, 2015
- PARENT TOT – (Parents are required to be on field with the child)
- 6 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: TBD
- $ 69
SEASON ENDED
Allows children to develop their movement ABCs — agility, balance, coordination, and speed—and learn the basics of the game while emphasizing fun, cooperation, and maximum time on the ball.
- Born: 2012, 2013
- 8 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Afternoons
- Start Date: TBD
- $ 89
SEASON ENDED
This “golden age of learning,” when children become less self-centered and are more able to reflect on their actions and learn from mistakes, provides an optimal window for further development of skills. The focus is on learning by doing, building a larger repertoire of soccer movements and teaching the basic principles of play in a fun and challenging environment.
- Born: 2010, 2011
- 8 Week Program
- 1 Session Per Week
- Saturday Mornings
- Start Date: TBD
- $89
SEASON ENDED
