THE SKILL CENTRE
GIRLS AND BOYS U10 - U13
Westhills Football Club has partnered with Westcastle International Academy (WIA) to create a clear and structured player pathway from the Discovery Centre into club soccer.
WIA’s Skill Centre (U10–U13) is designed for players ready to move into a more structured development environment. Aligned with Canada Soccer’s Grassroots Standards, the program focuses on building strong technical foundations, improving game understanding, and developing the confidence, creativity, and decision-making needed for long-term growth in the game.
Players train two to three times per week with professional coaches through purposeful, age-appropriate sessions that connect technical development to the game. League play takes place through the LISA Development League, with additional festival and tournament opportunities providing meaningful competition throughout the season.
Player development is not linear. Training groups and game rosters may remain flexible, allowing players to move between environments based on their individual development, readiness, and needs. Placement is guided by WIA’s Technical Director and coaching staff, with the goal of ensuring each player is appropriately challenged and supported as they progress.
The Skill Centre provides a clear pathway from introductory grassroots soccer into WIA’s broader club programming, with a consistent coaching methodology and development-first approach across each stage of the player pathway.
Westcastle International Academy