The Halifax City Soccer Club Skill Centre is designed in alignment with Canada Soccer’s Skill Centre model. It provides players with an age-appropriate, professional training environment focused on developing technical ability, game understanding, and a love of the game.
This program is for motivated players who want to train and play in a structured pathway that prepares them for future competitive opportunities.
Age Groups:
U8: Born in 2018
U9: Born in 2017
U10: Born in 2016
U11: Born in 2015
Parent/Guardian Role: Supportive from the sidelines; players participate independently with their training groups and coaches.
Duration: 18 weeks total
Cost Options:
U7/U8/U9: $525 (Additional $50 if Uniform is required)
U10/U11: $525 (Additional $50 if Uniform is required)
Registration Fee Includes:
Club membership
Governing body fees (including insurance)
Field Rental
Festival Entry Fees & Referee Fees
Access to club resources and development pathway
Season: April 6 - August 24, 2026
Location: Saint Mary's University
Tentative Schedule:
U7/U8/U9 Boys: Tuesdays @ 6:00 pm, Thursdays @ 6:00 pm Match Day = Saturday
U10/U11 Boys: Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm, Thursdays @ 7:00 pm Match Day = Sundays
U7/U8/U9 Girls: Tuesdays @ 5:00 pm, Thursdays @ 5:00 pm Match Day = Saturday
U10/U11 Girls: Tuesdays @ 5:00 pm, Thursdays @ 5:00 pm Match Day = Sundays
* Please note that schedules will change from Aug 10-24 due to AUS Preseason beginning
All coaches in the Skill Centre are certified in line with Canada Soccer and Soccer Nova Scotia requirements, ensuring a high-quality training environment. Standards include:
Respect in Sport certification
Ethical decision-making training
Valid police checks
Canada Soccer Skill Centre methodology training
This ensures a safe, supportive, and development-focused environment that follows national best practices.
Technical Development: ball mastery, dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting
Tactical Awareness: learning positioning, spacing, and decision-making in small-sided games
Game Play: regular small-sided games and festival-style play to maximize touches
Player Pathway: preparing players for competitive play (AA, AAA, and beyond)
Holistic Growth: building confidence, resilience, teamwork, and love for the game
The program uses the Spond App to manage schedules, notifications, and updates. Families will receive a unique link to join prior to the start of the season.
Before the season begins, parents/guardians will receive an online presentation introducing:
Club values and philosophy
The Halifax City SC development pathway
Safe sport guidelines and requirements
Club code of conduct
Sessions are designed for player development, not standings or scores.
Parent encouragement is vital to supporting player confidence and long-term growth.