A girls-only soccer program for ages 4 to 14 that combines skill development, teamwork and confidence-building in a supportive and inclusive environment led by Vancouver Whitecaps FC-trained coaches.
Registration for the fall 2026 program is now open! Developed in partnership with Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Kick Like a Girl creates a welcoming space for girls to learn soccer, build confidence and stay active. With expert coaching and a focus on inclusion, participants develop skills while feeling supported, encouraged and part of a team.
Led by Whitecaps-trained coaches and delivered in safe YMCA spaces across Metro Vancouver, the program focuses on skill development, inclusion and accessible participation so every girl can feel supported and inspired to stay active.
Available at select centres.
Confidence and Belonging
Skill Development and Physical Literacy
Teamwork and Social Connection
Accessible and Inclusive Participation
*Age-appropriate groups are divided into 45-minute sessions.
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Please Note: Program offerings and schedules vary by location, and not all programs are available at every centre. We are constantly striving to expand our programming across all regions to better serve our communities.
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Find answers to common questions about the program.
What is Kick Like a Girl?
Kick Like a Girl is a new YMCA BCcommunity soccer program designed for girls ages 4 to 14. It combines YMCA BC’sinclusive, community-based approach with Whitecaps-trained coaching.
What makes this program unique?
Designed to remove barriers and build confidence, Kick Like a Girl combines expert coaching with an inclusive, supportive environment where every girl has the chance to feel strong, capable and part of the game.
Who can participate?
Girls between the ages of 4 and 14, grouped into developmentally appropriate age categories.
Why is this program important?
Research shows that half of girls stopplaying organized sports by adolescence, often due to barriers like cost, access, or feeling sport “isn’t for them.” Kick Like a Girl program helps remove barriers and builds belonging, confidence and lifelong participation in sport.
What makes Soccer Without Borders unique?
Soccer Without Borders, is designed to welcome newcomer youth through the universal language of sport. It creates a space where youth can make friends, practice English, and feel a sense of belonging, all while learning the game.
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