Academy & Camps
CAMPS AND SKILLS ACADEMY
U5 – U12 : FALL & WINTER BLOCKS ($445 per block)
Okanagan United is proud to introduce our Skills Academy Training Program. This program provides an active and challenging environment for U5 – U12 players to develop the fundamental skills required to succeed at whatever level of soccer they aspire to reach.
The goals of the Skills Academy are to:
- ensure the best possible training environment for young players
- keep more players involved in the game for longer by providing an experience where they can see their success
- produce more skilled players by increasing the opportunity and access to better training and competition
Fall Session will run from the week of starting October 13 – December 15, 2025 (last week of sessions)
Winter Session will run from the week starting January 5 – March 9, 2026 (last week of sessions)
Registration can be completed under the REGISTRATION tab.
U9 – U12 PLAYERS:
Players who were not selected for the team or are just interested in developing their understanding of the game and movement with the soccer ball are encouraged to register for our Skills Academy Program.
This program is based on twice weekly 60 minute training sessions (Monday/Wednesday and Tuesday/Thursday determined by age and gender). Sessions are typically played alongside our developmental team to allow team coaches to recruit for our Developmental Team as skills improve throughout participation in the program.
Each week, coaches will instruct players on different aspects of the game with focus on mastering the basics to develop a strong technical foundation. Our qualified coaches will support player growth and confidence in key aspects of the game; passing & receiving, defending, goal-scoring and 1v1 attacking through fun and engaging activities and repetition. The implementation of core skills in small group programming offers players more touches on the ball, accelerating their growth, proficiency and long-term success.
Schedule for Programming in our Mission Dome Facility:
U9/10 Girls: Monday/Wednesday 4:30 – 5:30pm*
U11/12 Girls: Monday/Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm*
U9/10 Boys: Tuesday/Thursday 4:30-5:30pm*
U11/12 Boys: Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-6:30pm*
*Schedule subject to change based on number of registrations.
U5 – U8 PLAYERS
For our young players just getting into the sport our Skills Academy program offers 1 hour of training once per week on Friday afternoon and a Saturday game session every Saturday. At this stage of their development players will be learning the basics and fundamentals of the game; building up their core techniques for passing, receiving and control with the ball. Exercises and games will heavily focus on building players’ confidence with these skills in a fun and positive manner; coaches will add in modifications to increase the difficulty as players become more proficient.
Schedule for Programming in our Mission Dome Facility:
U5/6 Boys & Girls: Fridays 4:30-5:30pm* AND Saturdays 9-10am
U7/8 Boys & Girls: Fridays 5:30-6:30pm* AND Saturdays 9-10am
*Schedule subject to change based on number of registrations.
SUMMER CAMPS
Okanagan United FC is excited to announce our 4 day summer camps are designed to help young soccer players of all abilities develop their skills. Our Nationally Certified coaches have designed focused activities through small-sided games and skill building challenges that will increase confidence, improve technique and help players take their game to the next level!
Block 1: Monday July 7 – Thursday July 10th @ Mission Field 12
Block 2: Monday July 28 – Thursday July 31 @ Mission Field 14
Block 3: Monday August 18 – Thursday August 21 @ Mission Field 12
Details
- U6 – U12 (2019-2013) born players
- Inclusive to all levels
- Players will be grouped in accordance to their development stage
- Small Sided Games
- Technical Skill Building
- Speed, Agility and Quickness Training
- Tactical and Mental exercises
- FUN and Competitive
COST: $185/block (Early Bird Discount available for those who register prior to June 30th)
SELECT/DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PLAYERS
This program is available ONLY to players who have been directly INVITED by the Technical Director to join a Skill Development Player Program.
These players will train directly with the team in all aspects of their training and development program and CAN be called up to participate in games and tournaments where there is a need. A player will continue training with the team throughout the Competitive season in addition to their own team training; if there is a conflict in training sessions, they should attend their House Team training session.
Their program includes:
– Access to the twice weekly team training sessions throughout the season
– Access to the S&C sessions during the year
– Training kit
– Club kit
– Equipment & facility fees
The total cost for this program is $795 which includes your Commitment Fee if you are Selected into this Player Invite Academy from the start of the season. If you are identified later in the season, your fee will be prorated based on training weeks missed.
KEEPER ACADEMY
This program is through invitation only to players who have been selected and shown specific interest in furthering their development as a Goal Keeper. Players in the program will have an additional training day on Friday evening from October – June.
The cost for this supplemental, position specific training, over the course of the season is $245.
– 1 hour weekly sessions
– Goalie Coach
– Equipment & facility fees
