New to youth soccer in Ontario? Start here
This guide from Crush F.C. in Burlington, Ontario, helps families who are new to youth soccer in Ontario or new to Canada. It covers birth year age groups, the indoor winter season, what a program costs, how payment plans work and what to bring, so you can choose with confidence.
By Sasa Vidovic · Published · Updated
Moving to a new city or trying soccer for the first time can feel like a lot. The good news is that getting started with Crush is simple. Here is what you need to know.
How are age groups decided?
Youth soccer in Ontario groups players by the year they were born. At Crush, we welcome players born 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. Players born 2017 and 2018 play 7v7, and players born 2015 and 2016 play 9v9.
Why is winter soccer played indoors?
Our season runs indoors from October to April, so the weather never stops the game. Every player gets 18 guaranteed games, plus 1 to 3 training sessions a week depending on the program you choose.
What does a season cost?
Season fees range from $1,300 to $2,850, depending on the program and the number of training sessions. Every program has a deposit and monthly instalments on the 15th, so families can spread the cost across the season. Everything is listed on our fees page.
If cost is a concern for your family, please contact us in confidence before you register, and we will talk through the options.
What should my child bring?
Indoor or turf shoes, depending on the facility
Shin pads and soccer socks
A labelled water bottle
Warm layers for the trip to and from training
Can I read the information in my language?
Yes. Our Families Hub, fees, FAQ, Code of Conduct summary, safeguarding page and registration form are also available in Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. You can also write to us in any of those languages.
Where passion meets development
Our parent guide on getting started when you are new to Canada goes into more detail, and our FAQ answers the most common questions. When you are ready, register interest and we will guide you through every step.
