Soccer Without Borders

Soccer Without Borders

Program Description

Soccer Without Borders is a co-ed program that welcomes newcomer youth ages 4-14 through the universal language of sport and creates a space where youth can make friends, practice English, and feel a sense of belonging.

Ongoing
$64 for members; $160 for non-members
Small Group Program
Y Membership Required: No
Soccer Without Borders
Program overview

Registration for the fall 2026 program is now open! Developed in partnership with Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Soccer Without Borders is a co-ed program that welcomes newcomer youth ages 4-14 through the universal language of sport and creates a space where youth can make friends, practice English, and feel a sense of belonging. 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 youth 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 youth 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

  • Welcomes newcomer youth through the universal language of sport
  • 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
  • Youth ages 4 to 14
  • No previous soccer experience required
  • Open to all skill levels
  • Participants are grouped into developmentally appropriate age categories

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Program schedule
  • Registration Opening Date: Registration is now open! Click the button below to register.
  • Cost: $64 - Members | $160 - Non-members
  • ‍Locations and Session Dates: ‍
    • Tong Louie Family YMCA, Surrey | Fridays from October 16 - December 4 | 4:00p.m. - 7:00p.m*
    • Bettie Allard YMCA, Coquitlam | Sundays from October 18 - December 6 | 3:30p.m. - 5:30 p.m.*
    • Robert Lee YMCA, Downtown Vancouver | Saturdays from October 17 - December 5 | 5:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.*‍

*Age-appropriate groups divided into 45-minute sessions.

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Soccer Without Borders
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