Youth performance programs are geared towards players who are committed to soccer and
teams participate in the Nova Scotia Soccer League. Programs are offered at the U12, U13,
U15 and U18 levels.
Team selection and training starts in April with games beginning in May and continuing until late
August. Training generally happens twice a week with games on the weekends.
Players will generally receive a minimum of two team practices a week and 14-16 games during
the season.
U12 A
• Training 60-75 minutes
• Light size 5 balls
• 9 v 9 in games
• Games 70 minutes
• Fair playing time
U13 AA
• Training 60-90 minutes
• Size 5 balls
• 11 v 11 in games
• Games 70 minutes
• Fair playing time
U15AA and U18AA
• Training 90 minutes
• Size 5 balls
• 11 v 11 in games
• Games 90 minutes
• Fair playing time
Fees
U12 AA $485
U13 AA $485
U15 AA $535
U18 AA $535
Fees include:
Coaching
Volunteer coaches, supported when needed by Valley United staff, will deliver the team
programs. All Valley United coaches are mandated to complete all requirements by our
governing bodies (Soccer Nova Scotia and Canada Soccer) including their soccer-specific
training and a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screen.