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Ages 8–9 — Development
Skills that show up on game day.
We lock in first touch, scanning, 1v1 attacking/defending, and movement off the ball. Players start to read the game—not just chase it.
Separation Starts Now.
Development
Our Goal & Method
This is where recreational players and trained players split for good. Your child either learns to read the game at 8-9, or spends 12-14 trying to catch up. Scanning, first touch under pressure, 1v1 moves—these aren't 'advanced skills,' they're the difference between playing and watching. House teams pick players who can do this. Travel teams require it. Start now or explain later why your child is on the bench.
Training Focus
The Competitive Reality
Tryouts at age 10-11 favor kids who trained at 8-9—raw talent without technique loses
This is the age where 'just playing games' stops being enough to improve
Players who train 2x/week at this age outperform 1x/week players by 18 months of development
Skills learned now show up in school teams, house leagues, and backyard games—your child becomes the 'good player'
What They Get
What they get
Directed reps for technique and decisions—not random drills, intentional skill-building
Feedback that turns training into match impact (coaches tell them exactly what to do differently)
CYD in-house league (2 months, Ages 6+) with coaching points after each fixture—learn in training, apply in games
Small-sided games that maximize touches—your child doesn't stand and watch, they play
Schedule
When/Where
NE (Akram Juma & Nelson Mandela): Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-7:00 PM | Saturday & Sunday 5:00-6:00 PM
Hillhurst (NW/SW): Currently Full
Session length: 60 minutes (90 min for ages 10+)
Session length: 60 minutes
Season Details
Details
Season: Jan 16, 2026 - Mar 28 (NE) | Feb 11 - Apr 30 (SE) | Jan 26 - Apr 30 (NW)
Total Sessions: 12 to 24 sessions (based on package and location)
World Cup Tournament: Included for all participants
League: Included (Ages 6+)
NE: $399-$599/3-month season (+GST)
SE (De la Paix): $360-$540/season (+GST) — 10% off before Jan 20
NW (Marion Carson): $360-$540/season (+GST) — 10% off before Jan 20
Discounts: $50 sibling + $20 full payment (all locations)
Payment Options: Full payment or 2-month payment plan
Choose Your Child's Path
Northeast Calgary
Akram Juma & Nelson Mandela
1 Day/Week
$399
/season
~12 sessions
2 Days/Week
$599
/season
~24 sessions
Jan 16, 2026 - Mar 28, 2026
League starts Mid-Jan 2026
Southeast Calgary
De la Paix School
10% OFF before Jan 20
1 Day/Week
$400$360
/season
Save $40
~10 sessions
2 Days/Week
$600$540
/season
Save $60
~20 sessions
Feb 11 - End of April 2026
Ages 3-7, 10-11
Northwest Calgary
Marion Carson School
10% OFF before Jan 20
1 Day/Week
$400$360
/season
Save $40
~10 sessions
2 Days/Week
$600$540
/season
Save $60
~20 sessions
Jan 26 - End of April 2026
Ages 10-11 only
Hillhurst School (NW/SW) is currently full
Sibling Discount: Save $50 per additional child
Full Payment: Save $20 per child
Select your preferred location during registration
All prices include equipment, coaching, and program materials
Your Child Won't Get Younger
Every week without proper coaching is a week of development lost.
Join Ages 8–9 Separation Starts Now. and give your child professional training that builds skills AND confidence.
FAQ
What is the in house league?
A CYD-run, 2-month league for Ages 6+. Weekly fixtures at your location—no travel. Coaches deliver post-match feedback tied to each player's plan.
How long are sessions?
SW: Ages 3–9 = 60 minutes; Ages 10+ = 90 minutes.
NE (Akram Juma & Nelson Mandela): 60 minutes.
Can siblings train near the same time?
Yes, siblings can train at the same time or back-to-back at the same location.
What's the coach-to-player ratio?
Ratios are capped to maximize touches and individualized feedback.
When will I receive program information?
You will receive an email with all program details, schedule, and location information within 48 hours of registration.
Make the decision
Average is crowded. Excellence is intentional.
If your child is coachable and you want visible progress this season, enroll now—session by session, fixture by fixture.