U11-U12 Academy



 PLAYERS BORN IN 2013 AND 2012 
 

Welcome to Ottawa TFC's academy side!

The Ottawa TFC Academy program is the highest level of play at the club. It is home to the most passionate and committed players at the club, and serves as a pathway to our provincially and nationally acclaimed Junior and Senior Academy programs that start at 13 years of age. Players will work with some of the most talented and highly certified coaches in the region, in a fun, challenging, and development focused environment which stands toe-to-toe with every program in the country. 

 

What can I expect as an academy soccer parent?

U11-U12 Academy players train three times weekly and compete in weekly game play. We compete in the top levels of competition available to us, whether these be in EODSA leagues, festivals and/or tournaments around the city, province and surrounding regions

Teams are led by Canada Soccer certified coaches, and overseen by some of our most advanced staff coaches.  We are a National Level Youth Club, and the only club is the official Eastern Ontario youth affiliate of Toronto FC of Major League Soccer (MLS) - the highest professional level of play in North America. Players and parents in Ottawa TFC's academy program can be proud of being part of one of the most respected programs in Canada. Players will grow as people, athletes and leaders, through our club's core values and principles. They can realistically dream of moving up through the club's pathway to provincial, national and professional team programs, but they should should above all be prepared to have a lot of fun along their journey, and work hard towards their goals in a fun, safe, and challenging environment.

U11 and U12 Academy players are temporarily split into teams for match-play, but can expect to train as a single U11-U12 Academy Squad during weekly sessions. A priority of the program is to continuously and appropriately challenge each player while allowing them to experience success.  

The U11-U12 Academy program is an important stage in the transition between the younger ages and the club’s flagship U13+ Academy. It represents a significant step up in terms of player and person development following the U9-U10 categories, and aims to prepare aspiring athletes for entry into our provincial after-school program [link Elites website page here]. Players are expected to maintain the right mindset and work ethic, which will enable them to experience growth in technical ability, tactical understanding, physical capacities and mental/social skills.



Payment information

Prior to attending any evaluations or training sessions, players MUST register for the following:

  • New Player Evaluation Fee: $60.00 (if applicable, non-refundable)
  • Base Competitive Fee: $255.00
  • Non-Volunteer Fee: $55.00 charged per family for each season. This fee is credited to your account upon volunteering at the end of the season.
  • PLEASE NOTE
    • Once placed on a squad, an additional academy fee (ranging from $550.00 to $650.00 depending on level of play and commitment) will be applied to the players' account by the registrar once the player/family has received and accepted an invitation to play in an academy team or squad.
       

Details about the program

  • 4 times/week - Millennium Park (2010 Trim Rd)
    • 3 training sessions of varying formats (skills-based or game-based)
    • Games: Exact format to be announced, will average out around once weekly
  • Mid-April to mi-september (22 weeks)
    • No sessions during summer break: Saturday, July 20 to Sunday, August 4



Skills Centre

Players in the program who are interested in adding an extra skills-based session to their weekly schedule can register for our optional Skills Centre.


What equipment does my child need?

The registration fee includes an Ottawa TFC training shirt, which will be handed out during the first few weeks of training (depending on delivery dates). Players must order their team uniforms directly from our supplier (Uniform and Club Apparel). Players must purchase an Ottawa TFC backpack. Please communicate with the team manager for jersey numbering prior to ordering. Players are required to wear the given uniform, protective shin guards and cleats at all sessions.
 

Who can I contact if I have questions about:

 

Player and parent requirements

Players and parents must abide to the Ottawa TFC Code of Conducts: 


Note: If a refund is requested, part of your fee is non-refundable and covers insurance and administration costs associated with registered players. Consult the Refund Policy if needed.