U7 FUNdamentals
Program Description:
Our U7 FUNdamentals program involves a blend of skills training & game play at their soccer event. Players will be able to enjoy playing within a team while developing their own individual skills.
Program Details:
Program:
2022 Options:
- A 10 event Spring program, scheduled to begin in late April or early May
- A traditional 10 week Summer season, which is scheduled to begin in mid to late late June
- Fall program for U3-U5, which is scheduled to begin in mid September
This model is the best way for us to adapt our offerings and allow flexibility for families to determine the best fit for them.
Spring Recreational Program information:
Days & Locations:
- Days: to be confirmed based on program start date - we aim to offer a mid-week evening & weekend morning session
- Locations: Barrhaven/Manotick area before May 15
For the Spring season, we will attempt to mirror the Summer program as close as possible pending program enrollment and facilities utilized. A detailed program schedule will be provided to you in advance of our start date.
Summer Recreational Program information
Day: Summer Program Game Night: Tuesday
Times (Approximate assumption from 2020 Summer Rec): 6:30-7:45 pm
Locations: Barrhaven, Manotick & Riverside South
Team Size: 12 players
Players on Field: 6
Format: Boys & girls separate
Cost:
|
Early Bird Ends April 15 |
Regular Fee Starts April 16 |
| $165 | $195 |
Fee Includes:
- Uniform (jersey, shorts, socks)
- Soccer ball (Size 3)
Year-End Festival: scheduled as the last activity for the summer season. Details will be sent to you directly
Fall Recreational Program information:
Dates: September 13 - October 31
Options:
- U3-U12 - 2/week program - 12 sessions - Saturday Morning & Wednesday Evenings - $125
- U13-U18 - 1/week games program - 6 weeks - Saturday Mornings @George Nelms Park - $80
Locations: Barrhaven & Manotick
Exact field & time allocations will be communicated to you in advance of our start date.
OSU’s Recreational Fall Program is focused on providing an introduction to skill development and a chance to play games outdoors during the months of September & October.
Skills Night:
This is an optional once-a-week training session focusing on technical development and run by OSU staff coaches. Players must be registered in FUNdamentals to participate.
Cost: $100
Sessions: 8
Day: TBD - likely Saturday mornings
Location: TBD
Time: Mornings
Parents to Provide:
- Soccer shoes (cleats)
- Shin pads
Program Coordinator: Craig Stead
Email: youthrec@osu.ca
Coaching: Parent volunteers
Coaching Qualifications:
- OSU Coaching Education
- Respect in Sport (RIS)
- Making Ethical Decisions (MED)
- Game Leader
- Making Headway
- First Aid/CPR C/AED (Field Captains)
- Select volunteers
Friend & Field Requests: Yes
Important Dates:
Email to parents (program info): Week of April 16th
Program Curriculum:
Sessions are divided into a 30 min practice and 45 min game.
Practices will include components of physical literacy and technical development. Games will consist of 2-20 minute halves with a 5 min halftime break. Games will be played in a 5v5 format.
