Kick Like A Girl

Soccer for girls that builds confidence, skills and belonging. For ages 4-14.

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Kick Like A Girl

Program Description

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.

Ongoing
$55 for members; $140 for non-members
Small Group Program
Y Membership Required: No
Kick Like A Girl
Program overview

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.

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Available at select centres.

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Program benefits

Confidence and Belonging‍

  • Builds confidence in a supportive, focused environment
  • Encourages participation and helps girls feel they belong in sport
  • Creates positive early experiences that support long-term engagement

Skill Development and Physical Literacy

  • Develops core soccer skills through structured coaching
  • Builds coordination, movement and physical literacy
  • Supports healthy active habits at an early age

Teamwork and Social Connection

  • Encourages teamwork, communication and peer support
  • Helps participants build friendships and social confidence
  • Creates a positive team experience without pressure to compete

Accessible and Inclusive Participation

  • Designed to reduce barriers to sport participation
  • Financial assistance offered to support access to this program
  • Delivered in safe, trusted YMCA community spaces

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Program eligibility
  • Girls ages 4 to 14
  • No previous soccer experience required
  • Open to all skill levels
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  • Participants are grouped into developmentally appropriate age categories

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Program schdeule
  • ‍Season Dates and Schedule: Coming soon!
  • ‍Days: Saturdays or Sundays depending on location
  • ‍Locations:‍
    • Tong Louie Family YMCA, Surrey
    • Bettie Allard YMCA, Coquitlam
    • Robert Lee YMCA, Downtown Vancouver‍

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