active start program

The Active Start Program is the first progression in the TOP Soccer Player Pathway and is suitable for players who are new to soccer. Our age and stage appropriate club curriculum is designed to individually challenge each player and focuses on various aspects of sports across the four corners of Long-Term Player Development (LTPD). Through a combination of skill development activities, physical literacy, and small-sided games, we aim to help participants reach their full potential and develop a passion for Soccer. 

Each group, led by dedicated TOP Soccer coaches, consists of a maximum of 8 players. We recognize the importance of building bonds with coaches and strive to organize coaches with the same groups each week. The program follows a Game-Activity-Game (GAG) format, allowing players to transfer skill development into a small-sided game environment while making sessions fun and engaging. 

For U4 programs, parents are encouraged to participate with their children during the weekly sessions. Activities for each session are created by TOP Soccer’s Technical director and are age and stage appropriate with an emphasis on increased touches of the soccer ball, physical literacy, and fun. All activities follow the developmental guidelines of Canada/Ontario Soccer. 

Active Start Program Seasons

• Spring Season (May to June)

• Summer Season (July to August)

• Fall Season (September to October)

Spring & Fall sessions will take place at De La Salle College School turf. Pending any field closures, other facilities may be used. Summer sessions will take place at St. Michael’s College School.

Toronto Soccer Association
TOP Soccer is an accredited member of the Toronto Soccer Association, the governing body of soccer in Toronto. All players must be registered members of the TSA to participate in this program. Annual TSA registration fees are subsidized by TOP Soccer and a portion is included in participant fees.

For more information about the program, please email info@topsports.ca.