The North York Hearts Grassroots Program introduces players ages 7–8 to soccer in a positive, safe and welcoming environment. Through fun and engaging activities, participants build fundamental skills, movement, confidence and a love for the game. Our player-focused approach recognizes each child’s individual needs and supports their development at an appropriate pace.
Program Information
Two practices per week plus a weekend game.
Program Length
Indoor: September–April
Outdoor: May–September
Level of Coaching
FUNdamentals Children’s Licensed
Coaches certified by Canada Soccer and the National Coaching Certification Program
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Garfield Vernon
Facilities
Indoor Season
RJ Lang Elementary & Middle School
227 Drewry Ave, Toronto, ON M2M 1E3
Outdoor Season
North York Civic Soccer
5720 Bathurst St,
Toronto, ON M2R 3W2
U9 – 2018 – U10 – 2017 Grassroots Development
North York Hearts Grassroots Development Program supports players ages 9–10 as they strengthen their soccer and movement skills in a safe, positive and enjoyable environment. At this stage, training emphasizes confidence and control with the ball. Players participate in age-appropriate activities and small-sided games that develop dribbling, running with the ball, receiving, turning, passing and decision-making.
This program is intended for players who are ready to commit to consistent training and game participation. Our coaches assess each player and place them in a suitable training group based on their current abilities and developmental needs. This approach creates a balanced environment where players are appropriately challenged, experience success and continue building their confidence and love for the game.
Program Information
Two practices per week plus a weekend game.
Program Length
Indoor: September–April
Outdoor: May–September
Level of Coaching
FUNdamentals Children’s Licensed
Coaches certified by Canada Soccer and the National Coaching Certification Program
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Garfield Vernon
Facilities
Indoor Season
RJ Lang Elementary & Middle School
227 Drewry Ave, Toronto, ON M2M 1E3
Outdoor Season
North York Civic Soccer
5720 Bathurst St,
Toronto, ON M2R 3W2
U11 – 2016 – U13 – 2014 Grassroots Development
What Is the Rep Development Program?
North York Hearts Rep Development Program provides players ages 11–14 with opportunities to advance their soccer, movement and teamwork skills in a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment. Coaches organize players into smaller training groups according to their abilities and developmental needs. This creates stronger player-coach relationships, increases time with the ball and ensures every participant receives an appropriate level of challenge. Activities and small-sided games encourage players to communicate, solve problems and work together to achieve shared goals.
This program is intended for players who are prepared to participate consistently in a structured schedule of training sessions and games. Coaches assess each participant and place them in a group suited to their current skill level and stage of development. These groupings help players build confidence, experience success and continue progressing in a positive yet challenging environment.
Program Information
Two practices per week plus a weekend game.
Program Length
Indoor: September–April
Outdoor: May–September
Level of Coaching
Learn to Train Licensed
Coaches certified by Canada Soccer and the National Coaching Certification Program
Coaching Staff
Head Coach
Bakhtiyor Khafizov — U11 Boys
Jayden Vernon — U12 Boys
Garfield Vernon — U13 Boys
Facilities
Indoor Season
RJ Lang Elementary & Middle School
227 Drewry Ave, Toronto, ON M2M 1E3
Avondale Public School
171 Avondale Ave, North York, ON M2N 2T5
Outdoor Season
North York Civic Soccer
5720 Bathurst St,
Toronto, ON M2R 3W2