Grassroots Spring Program 2024
1UP Debut
Designed for players born in 2019/2018. This program is for new soccer players looking for a fun and enjoyable experience learning the basics. Players will start the process of developing technical abilities and good player habits. We can’t wait to see you on the pitch!
1UP Foundation
Designed for a player born in 2017/2016. Find the PASSION for the game! This is where players will refine and further develop their player habits to prepare them for U9 and competitive soccer. Players in U9 have the chance to transition to our Small Group Training, where they rapidly progress their skills and habits within game realistic training!
Format
Session Duration - 1 Hour
*All sessions will follow a game, activity, game format with a specific technical topic each time.
Coaching Details
All sessions delivered by senior 1UP Staff Coaches & advanced U17 1UP current players. The program directed by 1UP staff coach Martino Bertolesi and designed by Graham Fisher, a holder of the prestigious "Canada Soccer Children's License", the most advanced coaching license for grassroots coaching!
Spring - Schedule
Tuesday:
Time
Debut: 5:30 - 6:30
Foundation: 6:30 - 7:30
Dates
May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18
Location
Optimist Athletic Park - Field #1
May 28th - Field #12
Thursday:
Time
Debut: 5:30 - 6:30
Foundation: 6:30 - 7:30
Dates
May 9th, May 16th, May 23, May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20
Location
Optimist Athletic Park - Field #1
June 13, June 20 - Field #12
Sunday - Game Day (optional):
Time
Debut: 11:00 am - 12;00 pm
Foundation: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dates
May 12, May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23
Location
Flames Community Arena Fields
Safety Protocols
The well-being of our players is our number one priority and our staff is committed to strictly upholding all Alberta Soccer and Alberta Health Services Guidelines. All safety protocols will be released prior to training start.
