CLUB DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (U4-U12)

The programs and goals of the AS Laval Club Development Centre (CDC), by age group.

OUR APPROACH

Building a love of the game.

Our Grassroots Soccer development program is where our young players’ journey begins. Designed for children from U4 to U12, it offers a fun, safe and inspiring environment where kids discover soccer while building essential athletic and life skills.

Our approach follows Canada Soccer’s Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) model, a nationally recognized framework that helps children learn the right skills at the right time, while building their confidence and their enjoyment of the game.

Three young AS Laval CDC players with their medals
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Fun and safety

Age-appropriate practices in a fun and safe environment, so every child wants to come back.

02

The right learning at the right time

Canada Soccer’s LTPD model guides every stage, to build confidence and a love of playing.

03

Foundations for life

Small-sided games and quality coaching to progress toward competitive soccer, or simply stay active for life.

OUR GOAL

To develop confident, active young players with a lifelong passion for soccer.

OUR PROGRAMS

Two stages to grow with the ball.

MICRO SOCCER (U4 TO U8)

Discovering the game

Our Micro Soccer program is for young players taking their first steps in sport and physical activity. The focus is on movement, fun and discovery: children develop their coordination, balance and confidence through playful activities and games.

Sessions focus on:

Running, jumping and basic motor skills
Coordination and agility
Getting to know the ball
Learning through play and imagination
Building confidence and social skills

This stage matches the Active Start and FUNdamentals phases of the LTPD model: developing physical literacy and the joy of movement, in a pressure-free environment.

Our priority is simple: kids have fun while building the foundations of movement and sport.

Young AS Laval Micro Soccer players at practice
AS Laval U9 to U12 CDC program practice
CDC PROGRAM (U9 TO U12)

The golden age of learning

The U9 to U12 CDC program is one of the most important stages in a young player’s development. At this age, children are especially receptive to learning technical skills: they understand the game better while becoming more comfortable on the ball.

Our program focuses on:

Technical development (dribbling, passing, receiving, finishing)
Ball mastery and creativity
Decision-making in game situations
Small-sided games that maximize participation
Team spirit, respect and good sporting habits

Players take part in age-appropriate game formats (4v4, 5v5, 7v7) that maximize touches on the ball and speed up learning. Our qualified technical staff provides structured, high-quality coaching to support each player’s individual development.

AGE GROUPS AND SEASONS

The pathway by age group.

Age group
U4
Summer season
(May/June to September)
CDC 1
Winter season
(November to April)
-
U5
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1
U6
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1
U7
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1 / CDC 2
U8
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1 / CDC 2
U9
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1 / CDC 2
U10
CDC 1 / CDC 2
CDC 1 / CDC 2
U11
CDC 1 / CDC 2 / CDC 3
CDC 1 / CDC 2 / CDC 3
U12
CDC 1 / CDC 2 / CDC 3
CDC 1 / CDC 2 / CDC 3
ON VIDEO

Introduction to the Club Development Centre

REGISTRATION

Ready to join the CDC?

Registration is done online. You can also check the season schedules in the Parent's Hub.