Stage 3
U9 Programs
U9
Learn to Train
Ages 8–9 · Progressive year-round training
Year-Round Rec & Competitive
Age Group
8–9 years old
Season
All 4 seasons
Format
2 blocks per season
Level
Recreational

The Learn to Train program marks an important milestone: the transition from play-based learning to structured training. For 8- and 9-year-olds, this is the optimal window to develop soccer-specific skills through progressive, coach-led sessions.

Players begin to understand positions, tactics, and team dynamics in a fun but purposeful environment. Sessions are designed around the Canada Soccer Long-Term Player Development model, ensuring age-appropriate training loads and the right kind of challenge at the right time.

The program is available across all four seasons, with each season divided into two blocks for maximum flexibility.

❄️Winter
  • Indoor training sessions
  • Technical skill development
  • Small-sided games
☀️Summer
  • Block 1 & Block 2 options
  • Outdoor match play
  • Intro to 7v7 format

Program Objectives

  • Develop technical skills: passing, shooting, dribbling
  • Introduce basic tactical understanding
  • Build physical literacy and coordination
  • Learn to work effectively in a team
  • Introduction to structured match play
  • Foster long-term love of the game

Available across all seasons. Flexible block registration.

Register for U9