PROGRAM LEAD: Mark Baldisimo mbaldisimo@coastalfc.ca & Andrea Perrotta aperrotta@coastalfc.ca
AGES: 7-12 years old (Born in 2017-2012)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Our U8-U13 recreational/house soccer program is a beginner to intermediate program led by volunteer coaches focussed on providing an excellent experience/environment by ensuring that safety, organization, structure and fun/enjoyment exist for both players and coaches. The environment created will provide an opportunity for players to develop technical ability, comprehension of team play and formations, and individual Speed, Agility and Quickness (SAQ). The end goal will be the identification, advancement and continued development of future Rep and Non-Rep coaches and players.
PROGRAM DETAILS:
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1 training session per week led by Certified Parent Volunteers Coaches
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1 game per weekend led by Certified Parent Volunteers Coaches
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Coastal FC Licensed Professional Coaches provide oversight
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Boys play Saturday
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Girls play Sunday
COASTAL FC COACH SUPPORT:
Certified Parent Volunteers Coaches will receive weekly session plans and assistance on the field by Coastal FC Technical Staff for all training sessions throughout the course of the season. Staff and Volunteer Coaches will implement the specialized curriculum. A curriculum has been developed for this program, with the goal of making all sessions fun and interactive for all players. It has been designed with a focus on technical development and fundamental movement skills through age-appropriate activities.
FALL/WINTER PROGRAM SCHEDULE
FALL DURATION: The Fall U8-U13 Outdoor Recreational program begins in September 2024 and ends in March/April 2025, with breaks during traditional holiday breaks.
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Thanksgiving (Oct. 12-14)
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Halloween (Oct. 31)
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Winter Break (Dec. 21 - Jan. 5)
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Family Day (Feb. 15-17)
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Spring Break (Mar. 17-28)
Coastal FC recognizes and acknowledges the importance of Truth and Reconciliation Day, along with Remembrance Day. These are scheduled play weekends by the leagues we participate in, and therefore we will have scheduled games on September 28th, 29th and 30th, as well as on November 9th, 10th and 11th.
*Training starts the week of September 3, 2024, and ends the weekend of March 1/2, 2025, with breaks at traditional holidays. (Dates may be subject to change.)
**Gameplay will begin the weekend of September 14 and September 15, 2024. Boys' games are on Saturday, and girls' games are on Sunday. (Dates may be subject to change.)
FALL/WINTER TRAINING SCHEDULE
***Please note that this schedule may be subject to change depending on the number of teams that need to be accommodated as well as the field permits received from the City. These are expected to be received on July 31st.
SCHEDULE CHANGES/WEATHER CANCELLATIONS: Please review the Communications Guidelines to understand the roles and responsibilities for communication with our members. These guidelines explain how updates and information are shared.
Additionally, please read and refer to our Outdoor Guidelines for communication protocols related to schedule changes, weather cancellations, and more.
PROGRAM/REGISTRATION FEES
REFUND/CANCELLATION/COLLECTION POLICY: To read our Refund & Collection Policy, click HERE.
REFUND REQUESTS: Refund requests are only reviewed through the Refund Request Form. Refund Requests sent via email to Coastal FC Staff will not be accepted, and they will be directed to fill out the Refund Request Form.
PLAYER REGISTRATION REQUESTS: As per Coastal FC’s U5-U18 Team Building Guidelines, requests operate on a first-come, first-served basis based on the registration timestamp. During registration, our youth programs quickly reach maximum capacity, often within the first few hours and the leagues in which teams participate impose deadlines that necessitate early team commitments. It is recommended that you submit your player's registration as early as possible to increase your chances of getting placed in the requested team. However, early registration does not guarantee a placement in the requested team.
FAQ SECTION
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What is the Demosphere Mobile App?The Demosphere Mobile app integrates with the official team rosters and facilitates effective team communications. Players, Parents and team staff can easily access each other for communication on schedules , training times and any other team related activity.
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Where can I find the mobile App?The latest version of the Demosphere 2.0 Mobile App is available for Android Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
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Can I register via the mobile app?Yes, you can register via the Demosphere mobile app. Follow the steps belowH On the home screen, tap the menu icon and select Register. Existing registrations you have previously registered with will display on the screen. Tap on the name of the organization – COASTAL FC, and a new browser window will open on your device. The browser will take you to the registration website for the organization. Select 'Sign in to Begin Registration.' Enter your Demosphere username and password for your account. Proceed to complete the registration process for the organization as necessary. Once complete, a confirmation message will be sent to you verifying your registration for the season
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How do I delete my Account?The Demosphere Mobile app does not support account deletion at this time. To request the removal of your Demosphere account, please first contact csteer@coastalfc.ca to ensure that all outstanding refunds or account balances are settled.
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How do I navigate the App?The Demsophere 2.0 App is easy to navigate. Check out the Getting Started Guide for Parents / Players Below: ,
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How do I add a Member to our Household?Navigate to your My Account on the home screen by either tapping on the menu icon in the top right > Account or tapping the Account icon in the lower right. On the MyAccount view tap on your household name. On the My Household view tap on Add Member Enter profile information for the new household member. The first and last name at minimum is required for adding a new household member. Tap save once complete. For tutorial view clickHERE
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How do I find my child't team on the mobile app?In order to view a team that you are affiliated with, permissions to view the team must first be turned on by a Coastal FC administrator. Once access is granted, you will see your team on the Mobile App home screen or via the “My Teams” view. This view can be accessed using the top-level menu or on the app footer.
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How do I view training & games or other events for my child's team?You can see you team events in multiple locations such as: · On the home screen under My daily events · When viewing the team, team specific events will be found on the Home Team and team calendar. · You can view all events on My Calendar.
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How do I grant access for another Parent/Guardian to view the team information?If you have admin privileges within your household, you can add a new member (parent/guardian/grandparent/babysitter) to your household by navigating to: MY ACCOUNT using the links in the footer or top menu of any screen From the MY ACCOUNT view, click on the name of your household and select the ADD MEMBER option. If you need this member to have access to your child’s team for event and communication access, they must be designated as a Household Admin. Once a new member is added, your new household member will receive an email and must verify their account and set up a password before access can be granted. If you feel you should have Household Admin privileges and do not, or need another member removed from your household, contact csteer@coastlfc.ca for assistance.
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How do I RSVP to Calendar Events?To RSVP to Demosphere calendar events, please view the tutorial HERE. If you are NOT able to RSVP to availability: Make sure your child is not assigned as the admin for the account , this will inhibit your access to RSVP. Once you remove their admin status, you will be able to RSVP.
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Coaches: How to create a event on the calendar for your team?To create calendar events in the Demosphere calendar events, please view the tutorial HERE.
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Coaches: How to send reminders to your team?To send a 24-hour reminder to your team in the Demosphere App , please view the tutorial HERE.
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Do you still have questions?If your questions haven’t been addressed in the FAQ, feel free to reach out to our Registrar Manager, Carina Steer, at csteer@coastalfc.ca for assistance.