The Recreational Junior Academy program is for players U5 (2019 Birth Year) and U8 (2017 Birth Year). Our Jr. Academy program is a great fit for young players and families who are showing a greater interest in a structured training atmosphere. Players train twice a week with paid club trainers covering age-appropriate technical and tactical aspects of soccer in a positive learning environment.

The Rec Junior Academy is year round.

Fall Season - Practices start mid August and the season ends mid November. The registration window is May 2024-July 31, 2024.

August 12, 2024 - Jr. Academy Training Starts

August 24, 2024 - Jr. Academy Games Start

Spring Season  - Practices start January 15, 2024 and the season ends mid April. The registration window October 1, 2024-December 31, 2024

January 13, 2025 - Jr. Academy Training Starts

January 25, 2025 - Jr. Academy Games Start

JUNIOR ACADEMY DETAILS:

Training Day: Mondays and Fridays

Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Location: Fort Family Regional Park

Format: Players are placed in training and game day groups. They participate in activities related to skill development, physical development, decision-making and small-sided game play.

Games: Games are Saturday mornings at 9:00am at Fort Family Regional Park. Teams play in the 4v4 or 5v5 format.

Required Equipment – Soccer Cleats, Shin Guards, Rec Uniform (can be used multiple seasons)