Recreational Programs U9-U18
Last Edited: Feb 2021
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U9-U18 Summer Rec Leagues
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U9-U18 Spring Tune-up Scrimmages
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U9-U18 Skills Centre - Rec
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U9-U18 Intro to GoalKeeping Sessions - FREE
U9-U18 Summer Rec Leagues
This is the introductory level of soccer at Ottawa TFC, with programs in both the Gloucester and Orleans areas. Whether you are new to the sport and want to try it out or have experience playing but don’t wish to play at a competitive level, this is the spot for you!
This program allows for players to try out the sport, learn from some of our coaches and play for the enjoyment of playing. In this fun atmosphere, players will gain comfort with the ball at their feet and will grow their love of the game.
Program Details
Player Age |
All U9-U18 players (Born 2012-2003). Players are grouped by age and gender into balanced teams in balanced leagues. Our anticipated leagues are listed below, although these are subject to adjustment based upon actual registration numbers in each age group:
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Season Length |
12 weeks plus a season-ending tournament / play-off at the end. Season starts the week of May 17th. |
Format |
U9-U10: 5-a-side soccer. 20 mins warm-up and 2 x 20 mins game on Tuesdays U11-U12: 7-a-side soccer 20 mins warm-up and 2 x 25 mins game on Wednesdays U13-U14: 7-a-side soccer 2 x 30 min games on Wednesdays (Girls) and Tuesdays (Boys) Practices on Thursdays U15-U16: 9- to 11-a-side soccer, depending upon numbers 2 x 35 min games on Tuesdays (Girls) and Mondays (Boys) Practices on Wednesdays U17-U18: 9- to 11-a-side soccer 2 x 40 mins games on Tuesdays and Thursdays Practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays (when there is not a game) |
Weekly Commitment |
1 game per weekly with a skills- / technical-based warm-up. Players (U9-U12) wishing to train weekly with some of our club coaching staff should register for the Rec Skills Centre to work each week with our staff on their game. |
Important Dates |
Start Date: May 17, 2021 |
Cost |
U9-U12: $235.00 (includes t-shirt/jersey) U13-U18: $255.00 Non-Volunteer fee: $50 per family per season (mandatory fee, refundable after volunteering) |
Player Requirements |
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Questions |
Please contact Peter at recreation@ottawatfc.com |
REGISTER!! |
U9-U18 Spring Tune-Up Scrimmages
This will be a 5-week series of small-sided scrimmages and games hosted specifically for our Recreational divisions. Players can expect to participate in a full 60 minutes of small-sided game play (4v4, 5v5, 6v6) once weekly under the eye of some of our club's coaching staff. Players will get lots of touches on the ball, lots of exercise and have a blast while playing on some great facilities, as well.
Player Age |
All U9-U18 players (Born 2012-2003). Players will be grouped by age and gender into balanced teams and games on a weekly basis. |
Schedule |
April 17 - 9:30 AM @ Millennium Turf April 24 - 9:30 AM @ Millennium Turf May 1 - 9:30 AM @ Millennium Turf May 8 - 9:30 AM @ Millennium Turf May 15 - 9:30 AM @ Millennium Turf Please note that if weather does not permit us to start on the 17th of April, that date will be made up at another time and date between April 24th and May 15th. |
Format |
3v3, 4v4, 5v5 or 6v6 format of games. Players will rotate through various formats of play for the entire hour. All players will play at all times. |
Weekly Commitment |
Once weekly on Saturday mornings. |
Important Dates |
Start Date: April 17th |
Cost |
U9-U18 Fee: $75.00 (TBD) Non-Volunteer fee: $50 per family per season (mandatory fee, refundable after volunteering) |
Player Requirements |
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Questions |
Please contact Peter at recreation@ottawatfc.com |
REGISTER!! |
U9-U12 Skills Centre - Rec
This skills centre is for Recreational players who want to supplement their Rec league play with weekly skills training under the tutelage of our club coaches. Players will work with some of our young coaches or elite youth players who will teach age-specific soccer and movement skills in a fun environment. Players will learn, work hard and enjoy this program, which will improve both their enjoyment and performance during their Summer Rec League games.
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Age and Format |
10 weeks of skills training for Rec players U9-U12, starting the week of May 17. This will be station format training, led by club coaches, with players rotating between small-sided games-based exercises and technical exercises for working on skill and physical literacy. |
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Cost |
$75.00 for the season Note: Players must be registered for the Summer Rec league for their age group.
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Questions |
Please contact Peter at recreation@ottawatfc.com |
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REGISTER!! |