Outdoor 2026 GRASSROOTS PROGRAM

(BIRTH YEARS 2022 - 2019)

Edmonton Scottish United SC employs a Canada Soccer and FIFA endorsed training model. Our Grassroots Program is balanced to allow players of all ability levels work with, and be challenged by, peers at similar developmental stages. Through fun activities which afford opportunities for creativity and self-expression, players learn about the game while improving their confidence with the ball.

Grassroots Registration Opens Feb 1

Program Details:

U5 (2021)

  • Wednesdays (5:00 - 5:45pm)

  • Program Start Date: April 15, 2026

  • Program End Date: June 24, 2026

  • Fees: Available February 1

  • 1 Festival

U7 (2019)

One day or Two day a week options available

  • Mondays or Wednesdays (5:00-5:55pm)

  • Program Start Date: April 13, 2026

  • Program End Date: June 22, 2026

  • Fees:

    • One Day a week:Available February 1

    • Two Days a week: Available February 1

  • Four Festivals

U4 (2022)

  • Mondays (5:00 - 5:45pm)

  • Program Start Date: April 13, 2026

  • Program End Date: June 22, 2026

  • Fees: Available February 1

  • 1 Festival

U6 (2020)

One day or Two day a week options available

  • Mondays (5:00 - 5:55pm) & Wednesdays (5:00-5:55pm)

  • Program Start Date: April 13, 2026

  • Program End Date: June 22, 2026

  • Fees:

    • One Day a week: Available February 1

    • Two Days a week: Available February 1

  • Four Festivals

GRASSROOTS PROGRAM | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • You will be emailed your child's group and field location the weekend before the start date of the program.

  • Your child can wear outdoor soccer cleats inside the dome, turf, indoor, or running shoes. Outdoor soccer cleats are the best choice for the turf.

    Children should wear athletic clothing, shorts, soccer socks and shin pads, and bring a filled water bottle to each session.

  • Training kit includes shorts, socks and a jersey. This will be handed out within the first month of programming.

  • Players can only attend their scheduled day.

  • Friend Request Forms will be sent before the start of the season for placement with one friend.

    Both families must sign this form.

  • Players are required to register in their birth year.

  • Yes - we are always looking for more coaches. Scottish Grassroots program relies on volunteer coaches to support our players.

    All training sessions are provided along with preseason Coach Education.

    Contact - Dhee Govender - dgovender@scottishunited.com

  • Dhee Govender - dgovender@scottishunited.com

  • Tanya Hartwig - thartwig@scottishunited.com

Questions? Interested in Coaching? Please contact Dhee Govender.