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ACTIVE START PROGRAM

U4-U6

A fun, introductory program designed to introduce young stars to the basics of soccer in aplayful and engaging way.The primary goal is to help children develop basic motor skills, coordination, and a love forthe game of soccer, while promoting early socialization and teamwork. This programfocuses on creating a positive, energetic environment where kids can explore soccerconcepts through simple activities and games.A typical session is (45 minutes or 1hr) in length and comprises approximately 20% physicalliteracy activities and 80% soccer-related games. Activities will focus on 3 areas wheredevelopment is key to the growth of young athletes and soccer players:1. Physical Literacy (motor skills; i.e. running, jumping, kicking, throwing/grabbing etc.)2. Ball Mastery comfort on the ball and ball manipulation (i.e. ball rolls, insteps etc.)3. 1v1 (Attacking and defending)These activities give your child more time with the ball and plenty of chances to succeed andhave fun while starting to experience playing on a team and competing in small-sidedgames.The price includes a ball, full kit (1 jersey, shorts, and socks). Players must bring theirown shin pads and soccer cleats.Orientation Week: the first week of the program will allow the players to meet their coaches,collect uniforms, and get familiar with their teammates. No games/training during the first week. For further information or inquiries please contact inquiries@fcemery.com

    Curriculum

    Objective Description
    Technical Dribbling, Running with the Ball, Shooting, Passing
    Physical Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed, Basic Motor Skills,Awareness, Change of Direction
    Socio-Emotional Listening, Communication, Problem-solving, Decision-making,Co-operation
    Physchological Motivation, Self Confidence

    Program Outline

    Objective Description
    Age Group U4 - U6 (born 2021/2020/2019)
    Coach To Player ratio 1:8
    Style Game - Activity - Game (GAG)
    Program Structure Summer (May 10th/24th - September 20th/27th)Commitment: 1x per week (15 Week Season + 1 Orientation Week)Length of Session: 45 MinutesSurface: Soccer Pitch @ Norfinch
    Elegibility Open to all interested players
    Uniform Jersey, Shorts, and Socks will be provided at the orientation week
    Exclusion Dates No programs on Long Weekends or Statutory Holidays(Victoria Day, Civic Holiday, Canada Day, Labour Day)

    Schedule

    Age Group Date & Time Location Start Date End Date Reg Fee
    U4/U5 Saturday @11AM Remberto Navia Saturday, May10th, 2025(orientation week)** Subject tochange Saturday,August 30th,2024 $240 (early bird until March 31st) $280 (final price)

    Notes

  • Players MUST bring their own shin pads and soccer cleats to ensure player safety
  • If you start the program after the orientation week, program manager will bring youruniform to the next session
  • The Club reserves the right to change field locations, days of week, and time of playbased on field availability and registration numbers.
  • Orientation Week: the first week of the program will allow the players to meet theircoaches, collect uniforms, and get familiar with their teammates. No games/trainingduring the first week.
  • Level of Coaching: Community Courses and/or Children's Licensed Coaches certified by Canada Soccer & the National Coaching Certification Program.
  • 3% Surcharge applies to credit card payments on PowerUp Sports


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