Please arrive a few minutes early so your player is ready to participate at the scheduled program start time.

*Program dates may be affected by situations beyond our control (for example Covid, or inclement weather/field closures by township). Although we do our best to run all weeks, the total number number of sessions is not guaranteed.

*There is NO training/program on Monday July 1st or Monday Aug 5.

Parental Supervision

This age group requires that a parent/guardian MUST be on-site (i.e., at the field) each week. Should you need to leave the area (i.e., take another child to the bathroom, run to your car etc.) please ensure that you designate another parent (not one of your coaches) to keep an eye on your player. Our coaches’ responsibility is to ensure that each player has a great time at soccer – they are not babysitters.

Program Details

All travel house league teams participate in a recreational travel league governed by the Escarpment Soccer League – ESL (https://escarpmentsoccer.com/). The season runs from May to August (exact dates are determined by the ESL).

• Girls and Boys play in separate divisions
• ALL Rockwood FC teams in U10 and up age divisions will travel to play. Schedules are balanced between home and away games.
  • Home games are located at Drexler Sports Fields, Rockwood
  • Away games could require travel to nearby cities/towns such as Puslinch, Hillsburgh, Caledon, and Acton
  • Travel is determined by team registrations to the ESL for each age division
• Girls and Boys teams will have one game and one practice per week.
• Each division will have a year-end festival or tournament hosted by one of the member clubs.
  • Festival
    • U10 divisions - dates TBD
    • U12 divisions - dates TBD 
  • Tournament
    • U14 divisions - weekend after Labour Day
    • U15-18 divisions - weekend in mid-August

Practices will be lead by our Long Term Player Development Coordinator. All sessions take a holistic approach to developing athletes by focusing on the "Four Corner" Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) model which consists of technical,  psychological, physical, and social/emotional components. The Four Corner approach places the player at the center of the development process with soccer experiences that meet their four key needs. By implementing the LTPD philosophy, supported by good coaching methodology, players will benefit from, and enjoy practice sessions more. All sessions will focus on player development in a low stress, supportive, positive, fun, and safe environment.

Practices and Games

Please remember that if your player cannot attend a practice or a game to notify your coach in advance.  Our coaches spend time planning their training sessions and it helps them to know if a player will not be attending.

Please consider volunteering!

Teams are coached and managed by volunteers. You can volunteer by signing up on the player registration form or emailing ltpd@rockwoodfc.com or admin@rockwoodfc.com

• No previous experience required.
• Returning volunteer coaches receive a discount on registration.
• New volunteer coaches receive a discount following their first full season of coaching.

Uniforms

Registration includes a full uniform which includes a team shirt, shorts, and socks. These will be handed out on the first day when players will meet their coaches and program leader.

Equipment

Shin guards are MANDATORY equipment for your player. Players must wear soccer cleats. All players are provided with a ball to use during each session.

Medical Form

Each player needs a medical form on file in case of emergencies.

Photo Day - June 15, 2024

Each registered player will receive one free group and one free individual photo. The schedule will be posted on the RFC website and will be sent via email to all registrants. Please note there are no retake or alternate days.

Weather Policy

Our soccer program runs rain or shine. Please check our RFC website home page, your email and club social media sites for up-to-date information on cancellations and field closures. Soccer can be cancelled for the following reasons:

• Thunder and/or Lightning at the field - In the event of thunder and/or lightning, RFC adheres to the Canada Soccer Lightning Safety / Severe Weather Policy. The decision to suspend a session and/or game will be made by senior referees (for matches) and head coaches (for training), and they are advised to take a “better safe than sorry” approach during electrical storms. All parties are advised to take shelter in a safe location right away and club activities must not resume until 30 minutes after the last thunder or lightning.
• Excessive rain - Our township determines field status daily by 2pm – and may opt to close fields as necessary to prevent damage to the playing surfaces)

Training sessions suspended or cancelled due to inclement weather will not be rescheduled.

We do not cancel soccer during heat alerts. Our coaches and officials will have players take more frequent breaks to ensure that they stay properly hydrated. Please always make sure your player has water at the fields. If you forget your water bottle, there is a water refilling station over by the washrooms.

Jewelry

For safety, all jewelry, except for medical alert bracelets and necklaces, must be removed prior to soccer, including piercings. Activity Trackers or ‘Fit Bits’ may not be worn.

Still have questions after checking our Programs and FAQ pages?  Please reach out to Rockwood FC below.