U8 to U11
This is a development focused program for young players who want to improve their technical ability, confidence on the ball, and understanding of the game.
This program is a good fit for players who:
• Enjoy training and learning new skills
• Want more structured development
• Are ready to be challenged in a positive, age appropriate environment
• Are ready to commit to soccer 3-4 days a week.
U8 to U9
m.popiel@wosc.com
U10 to U11
b.mugisha@wosc.com
Registration for U8 to U11 Warrior Showcase Series (formerly Open Observation) Sessions opens August 11th at 12 pm.
Warrior Showcase Series Sessions are required for ALL players who wish to participate in the 2026/2027 Warrior Development (formerly skill) Centre.
Each registered player will attend up to three (3) Warrior Showcase Series sessions.
Sessions are designed using age-appropriate game formats where players are observed by WOSC coaches and technical staff.
Following the final session, families will receive a program recommendation by email within three (3) business days, aligned with what is best for the player’s development.
Training is designed to:
• Maximize contact time with the ball
• Use game like situations rather than isolated drills
• Encourage decision making and creativity
• Be fun, engaging, and age appropriate
Unless otherwise noted, the Warrio Development Centre programs runs from after Thanksgiving through mid February.
There will be some time off during the Holiday season.
More scheduling details are shared at the start of the season.
Training sessions missed due to inclement weather are not rescheduled.
Club registration fees do not include costs associated with exhibition games, festivals or tournaments that teams choose to enter.
All Warrior Development Centre players are charged a performance and development fee and one hundred percent of this fee is reinvested into coaching, training, and the overall development environment.
• Summer program only: While the player end of season banquet is part of the program, it is not included in the base registration fee and is added as a separate $75 charge.
All Warrior Development Centre players are required to wear the official PUMA uniform and club gear package, purchased separately.
Players who already own the current kit are not required to repurchase it.
Families are responsible for ordering the correct jersey number as assigned by the club. West Ottawa Soccer is not responsible for replacing jerseys ordered incorrectly.
Apparel questions
admin@wosc.com
Full uniform details
Click here
Players must bring a ball to every session.
U8 to U11
Size 4 ball required
PUMA balls are available in the WOSC online store.
Goalkeeper Academy Training
Goalkeepers interested in position specific training can contact
gk.program@wosc.com
Advanced Development Program
Ssmall group training program exclusive to Warrior Development Centre players.
Focuses on enhancing individual player capabilities.
Program details, coaching assignments, field locations, and schedules are subject to change.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
After both Open Observation sessions are completed, families will receive an email with their child’s placement within three (3) business days.
Looking for the most current open observation schedule? Click HERE.
Pre season
Begins after March break
Two indoor TURF training sessions per week
Outdoor season
Begins mid May
Two grass training sessions per week
One Volta cage soccer session per week
One weekly league match
Mid season break
U8 to U11 teams may have a 2 week league wide shutdown. This is determined by the district.
• One week of camp
Camp details will be posted on the website closer to the season
Camp questions can be sent to c.currie@wosc.com
• While the player end of season banquet is part of the program, it is not included in the base registration fee and is added as a separate $75 charge.
Uniform and club gear
The official PUMA uniform and club gear package is required and purchased separately
Players who already own the current kit do not need to repurchase
Uniform and gear questions can be sent to admin@wosc.com
Equipment
Players must bring a properly inflated size 4 ball to every session
PUMA size 4 balls are available through the WOSC online store
Program schedules and coach assignments may change as the season develops.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
After both Open Observation sessions are completed, families will receive an email with their child’s placement within three (3) business days.
Looking for the most current open observation schedule? Click HERE.
Pre season
Begins after March break
Two indoor TURF training sessions per week
Outdoor season
Begins mid May
Two grass training sessions per week
One Volta cage soccer session per week
One weekly league match
Mid season break
U8 to U11 teams may have a 2 week league wide shutdown. This is determined by the district.
• One week of camp
Camp details will be posted on the website closer to the season
Camp questions can be sent to c.currie@wosc.com
• While the player end of season banquet is part of the program, it is not included in the base registration fee and is added as a separate $75 charge.
Uniform and club gear
The official PUMA uniform and club gear package is required and purchased separately
Players who already own the current kit do not need to repurchase
Uniform and gear questions can be sent to admin@wosc.com
Equipment
Players must bring a properly inflated size 4 ball to every session
PUMA size 4 balls are available through the WOSC online store
Program schedules and coach assignments may change as the season develops.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
After both Open Observation sessions are completed, families will receive an email with their child’s placement within three (3) business days.
Looking for the most current open observation schedule? Click HERE.
Pre season
Begins after March break
Two indoor TURF training sessions per week
Outdoor season
Begins mid May
Two grass training sessions per week
One Volta cage soccer session per week
One weekly league match
Mid season break
U8 to U11 teams may have a 2 week league wide shutdown. This is determined by the district.
• One week of camp
Camp details will be posted on the website closer to the season
Camp questions can be sent to c.currie@wosc.com
• While the player end of season banquet is part of the program, it is not included in the base registration fee and is added as a separate $75 charge.
Uniform and club gear
The official PUMA uniform and club gear package is required and purchased separately
Players who already own the current kit do not need to repurchase
Uniform and gear questions can be sent to admin@wosc.com
Equipment
Players must bring a properly inflated size 4 ball to every session
PUMA size 4 balls are available through the WOSC online store
Program schedules and coach assignments may change as the season develops.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
As of January 29th, current winter skill centre players can register for the summer 2026 program.
Any player who did not participate in the 2025/26 winter skill centre program, MUST register for and attend the Open Observation Sessions.
NOTE: There are no parents allowed inside the domes for all open observation sessions.
Registration for both is completed online using your WOSC PowerUp account.
After both Open Observation sessions are completed, families will receive an email with their child’s placement within three (3) business days.
Looking for the most current open observation schedule? Click HERE.
Pre season
Begins after March break
Two indoor TURF training sessions per week
Outdoor season
Begins mid May
Two grass training sessions per week
One Volta cage soccer session per week
One weekly league match
Mid season break
U8 to U11 teams may have a 2 week league wide shutdown. This is determined by the district.
• One week of camp
Camp details will be posted on the website closer to the season
Camp questions can be sent to c.currie@wosc.com
• While the player end of season banquet is part of the program, it is not included in the base registration fee and is added as a separate $75 charge.
Uniform and club gear
The official PUMA uniform and club gear package is required and purchased separately
Players who already own the current kit do not need to repurchase
Uniform and gear questions can be sent to admin@wosc.com
Equipment
Players must bring a properly inflated size 4 ball to every session
PUMA size 4 balls are available through the WOSC online store
Program schedules and coach assignments may change as the season develops.
