Co-ed youth Soccer Program

  • Programs are co-ed from ages 3 years old up to 12 years old
  • Programs are 8 weeks long each season.
  • Exciting games are scheduled every Saturday (dependent on the weather).
  • Players are rewarded for their hard work and dedication with a special medal and an exciting season-end party on the final day.
  • On game day we schedule youngest to oldest

At 2in1Soccer, our program is thoughtfully designed to cater to both beginners and experienced children. We adapt the rules according to the standards set by BC Soccer, with a primary focus on promoting fun, learning, and interaction. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that when children have fun while learning a new sport, they are more likely to stay active and engaged in the game for life, regardless of their skill level.

We offer an 8-week development program, providing a class every week for consistent learning and growth. While we strive to maintain a reliable schedule, we acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, such as adverse weather, long weekends, or school events, may occasionally result in class cancellations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

In our games, we encourage a competitive spirit to enhance children’s development, but without placing undue pressure to win, unlike traditional leagues. Our focus is on fostering learning and personal growth. Please note that due to scheduling constraints, no make-up games will be arranged if cancellation occurs.

Stage 1 | Active Start | 3-4yr olds

Co-ed Tots Program
  • Stimulating practices and games that develop basic technical skills in a FUN atmosphere.
  • Movement exercises and games that promote a feel for the ball
  • Basic principles of play within a fun but structured setting + informal games at the end of practices
  • Play equal time and try all team
  • Dribbling with all parts of the foot, combined with simple techniques for changing direction (turns, drag backs)
  • Basic shooting where players experience success and the thrill of a goal!
  • Emphasis on the individual.
  • Develops basic movement skills in running, jumping, kicking, throwing and catching.
  • Promote fun and passion for play.
  • Include other fun games and mix around activities.
  • Increase positive attitude and self-esteem.

Stage 2 | FUNdamentals | 5-8yr olds

POSITIVE REINFORCEMENTS
  • Stimulating practices and games that develop basic technical skills in a
    FUN atmosphere.
  • Emphasis on movement exercises and games that promote a feel for the
    ball
  • Basic principles of play within a fun but structured setting.
  • Technique development through fun. Emphasize skills and ABCs, not
    tactics.
  • Develop dribbling, and introduce dribbling with sole, inside and outside of foot.
  • Develop short passing with side foot and laces, and develop concept of
    passing to feet. Introduce receiving with inside and outside of foot and
    instep, and introduce ‘‘crossing’’ and shooting while dribbling.
  • Basic game concepts and rules. Introduce team cooperation, but emphasis is still on the individual.
  • Finding space is important.
  • Develop the ABCs of movement: agility, balance, coordination and speed.
  • Speed training; focus on quickness and agility, running, jumping, kicking,
    throwing and catching.
  • Develop flexibility and suppleness.
  • Basic game awareness and situations/formats to develop decision making.
  • Promote positive attitude and self-esteem.Fair play and ethics.
  • Promote group interaction skills.

Stage 3 | Long Term Player Development | 9-12yr olds

TEAMWORK AND DISCIPLINE
  • Disciplined training and understanding of principles of play alongside their skills practice.
  • Emphasize repetitions to develop technical proficiency.
  • Creating a fun and challenging environment to promote a love of the
    game.
  • Game formats can range from 6v6 to 8v8 as players advance through this stage – the emphasis is still FUN.
  • All players play equal, try all team positions. Training to competition ratio: 2 to 3 training sessions for every game.
  • Focus on technique, skill development and introduce tactics.
  • Golden age of skills learning. Teach more advanced skills and movements. Practice skills in games
  • Develop and refine dribbling. Continue to develop turns, drag backs,
    shielding, and hooks, plus step overs and scissors.
  • Refine short passing, develop passing with outside of foot and chips, and introduce medium and long passes.
  • Heading may be introduced towards the end of this stage.
  • Introduce attack and defense principles and basic team play with 2 and 3 player combinations.
  • Introduce positional awareness in a variety of positions. Teach basic set
    pieces (free kicks, correct throw-ins).
  • Introduce warm-up. Continue to develop quickness and agility.
  • Introduce basic mental preparation with goal-setting, determination and concentration.

Game rules according to BC Soccer, some adjustments made to accommodate 2in1Soccer

3-4yr olds

4 vs 4 | max of 8 kids
No structure. 30 mins games

5-8yr olds

5 vs 5 | max of 8 kids per team
2 x 15 Mins Halves
30 Meters Width: 20 Meters

9-12yr olds

7 vs 7 | max of 11 kids per team
2 x 25 Mins Halves
Length: 60 Meters Width: 45 Meters

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