Little Kicks is MMU's introductory development program for boys and girls U6-U7. The program is offered once per week.

The program is offered year-round in three seasons of 12 weeks each: SPRING from January - April, SUMMER from May - August and FALL from September - December.

Practice Locations: Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth and Almonte

Little Kicks follows the Canada Soccer Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) FUNdamentals stage.

At this age, children may have very different levels of soccer experience, including many who are playing organized soccer for the first time. Our priority is to create a positive introduction to the game while developing physical literacy, confidence and fundamental soccer skills.

Sessions are active, engaging and fun. Players spend as much time as possible with a ball and learn through age-appropriate activities and small-sided games.

Sessions focus on:

• Individual ball mastery and frequent contact with the ball.

• Basic skills including dribbling, running with the ball and changing direction.

• Fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, hopping and skipping.

• Confidence and creativity with the ball.

• Age-appropriate games and activities with plenty of movement.

• Small-sided games that allow players to learn by playing.

All sessions are delivered by licensed coaches.

Every Little Kicks session finishes with a small-sided game, giving players an opportunity to use the skills they have learned in a fun and game-like environment.

The emphasis is on participation, enjoyment and development, helping children build a positive relationship with soccer and look forward to coming back each week.

MMU Skill Centre is our core development program for boys and girls U8-U12. The program provides the foundation of MMU's player development pathway and is offered twice per week.

The program is offered year-round in three seasons of 12 weeks each: SPRING from January - April, SUMMER from May - August and FALL from September - December. Each season includes 24 age-specific development sessions combining technical development, game-based activities and small-sided games.

Practice Location: Carleton Place

The Skill Centre follows Canada Soccer Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) principles, with particular emphasis on the Learn to Train stage, often referred to as the "Golden Age of Learning."

The program is designed around the development of the individual player. Players receive extensive contact with the ball and develop technical skills within realistic, game-like situations that encourage awareness, creativity and decision-making.

MMU prioritizes long-term individual development over short-term results.

Training is organized using a station-based approach. Players rotate through different activities and work with MMU's coaching staff throughout the program.

This structure allows coaches to observe and support every player while providing players with different coaching perspectives and development experiences.

Players develop at different rates. Coaches continuously observe player development and, where appropriate, organize training groups based on players' current development needs and abilities. These groupings are flexible and may change as players progress.

The objective is to provide every player with an appropriate level of challenge while maintaining an inclusive development environment.

Training progressively develops:

• Ball mastery and individual technique.

• Receiving and controlling the ball.

• Awareness and decision-making.

• Dribbling and running with the ball to create and use space.

• Passing with different surfaces of both feet.

• Combination play involving two or three players.

• Shooting and finishing techniques.

• Understanding width and space as players progress through the age groups.

• Confidence and creativity in game situations.

Small-sided games are an important part of the program. They provide players with frequent involvement and allow them to learn through realistic soccer situations.

Games are an important part of player development at MMU. Players are provided with developmentally appropriate game and festival opportunities where available.

Coaches may organize flexible player groupings and game opportunities to provide players with an appropriate level of challenge. Game opportunities complement Skill Centre training and support individual development, enjoyment and long-term participation.

As players progress through the upper Grassroots age groups, MMU supports players and families who wish to explore additional development opportunities within the recognized Ontario Soccer Player Pathway.

MMU is committed to developing a sustainable player pathway as our Club and our players grow. Future programming may include U13+ Community and Competitive opportunities delivered within the Eastern Ontario Soccer, Ontario Soccer and Canada Soccer structure.

Players interested in pursuing higher-performance opportunities may also explore the Ontario Soccer Talented Player Pathway, including opportunities with OPDL licence holders.

MMU World Cup is unique, summer ONLY, program for 7 year old boys and girls.

Note: 6 and 8 year old players might also be admitted to this program.

It is twice per week program starting in May and ending in August.

Practice Locations: 4 groups - Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth and Almonte

⚽ Weekly Practice & Game – One exciting practice and one action-packed game every week!

👕 National Jerseys for Every Player are included in price

🏆 Medals & Playoffs – Everybody get a medal; everybody plays a thrilling playoff!

🏅 Coached by Licensed Coaches

🎉 Fun & Friendly Environment – A positive atmosphere where players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and build lasting friendships!