United DFC Need to Know: November 6 - November 12, 2025
United DFC Need to Know: November 6 - November 12, 2025
Welcome to United DFC’s weekly Need To Know newsletter. Our aim is to keep you informed about everything that is going on inside the club. Watch for your update every Thursday.
Office Closed
Please note that on Remembrance Day (Tuesday, November 11), the United DFC office and all school gyms will be closed. The turf facilities will remain open for any coaches who wish to host a session.
Thank you for your understanding as we take time to reflect and remember.
Quiet Soccer
Registration is now open for our award-winning Quiet Soccer Program, starting Friday, November 7 at Crichton Park Elementary School Gym (6:00-6:45 PM). This program is designed for children aged U5-U12 who prefer a calmer, low-sensory soccer environment with smaller groups and extra support. Cost is $75. Join us for a fun, inclusive soccer experience where every player can feel comfortable and confident!
Men’s and Women’s Kickaround - Registration is open
Our popular Men’s and Women’s Kickaround programs are back this winter, starting Thursday, November 6 at Eastern Passage Education Centre! Whether you’re new to soccer or returning after a break, these fun, social sessions focus on skill development, gameplay, and fitness in a relaxed and supportive environment. Cost is $60 (or $30 for coaches). All are welcome — come join the fun!
Men’s and Women’s Walking Soccer
Looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay active and enjoy the game? Walking Soccer is perfect for adults and seniors who love soccer at a slower pace. The women’s group plays Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 PM, and the men’s group plays Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 PM, both at Horizon Rec Centre. The cost is just $20. No running, no contact — just movement, laughter, and great company!
Reminder: ECV Field Use & Safety Guidelines
As our indoor season gets underway, we’d like to remind everyone that only players scheduled to be on the field are permitted inside the turf area at East Coast Varsity (ECV) during practices. For safety reasons, siblings and parents are not allowed on the field unless they are part of the session. Additionally, if your team’s session is next, please wait until the current session has finished before stepping onto the field. This helps us keep transitions smooth and ensures a safe, organized environment for all players and coaches. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and respectful training space.
Volunteers Needed - Join Our Coaching Team
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with several of our programs this season — a great way to give back to the community and make a positive impact on our players!
We need volunteers for the following programs:
- U13B Boys: Head Coach & Assistant Coaches
- U12B Boys: Assistant Coach
- U10/11 Skill Centre Girls: Assistant Coaches
- U8 Skill Centre Boys: Head Coach & Assistant Coaches
- Mini Programs (U3/4, U5/6, U7/8 Boys & Girls): Volunteer Coaches
No experience? No problem! The club provides full support, including session plans and guidance.
If you’re interested, please reach out to Shahul Shaju.
Committed Player Program
We’re excited to announce the launch of our Committed Player Program, starting this Fall. This long-awaited initiative is designed for players who are looking to spend more time in intentional learning environments, with focused coaching to help them take the next step in their development.
Program Overview
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Duration: 10 weeks
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Start Date: October 19
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Format: One weekly session on turf
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Led by: NCCP & Canada Soccer trained coaches
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Who it's for: Full time athletes
You’ll find more detailed information in the attached document. Please go through it for the detailed information.
Registration is now open, and we expect spots to fill quickly. CLICK HERE to register.
UDFC Training Gear - Online Only
We’re excited to share our new training gear for Skill Centre and U12+ players! All orders will now be done online only — the office will no longer be selling any items directly.
Need help with sizing?
You’re welcome to visit the office to try on sizes before placing your order online.
Thank you for your cooperation as we move to a more efficient online system.
Skill Centre
U12+
New Office Hours
Monday 10-5
Tuesday 10-5
Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-5
We are closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Interested in Coaching?
If you are interested in coaching at any age group, please contact Nino at nino@udfc for more information.
We have something for all commitment levels, so please feel free to reach out!
Have 3 or more children playing at UDFC?
Check out our payment policy and contact Patricia Morrison at patriciam@udfc.ca to receive a $35 discount on player 3, and a registration value up to $300 for player 4.
PROGRAM SPONSORSHIPS
UDFC's greatest strength is its community. The club is actively looking for Sponsors or Partners to help reduce the cost of delivering - or enhancing - programs. Sponsorships support events like Soccer by the Sea, teams such as our Skill Center teams, and initiatives like Special Olympics and Women in Coaching. For known potential Sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to nino@udfc.ca.
Our club has ~3,500 members over the course of the year, with weekly Need-to-Know emails received by more than 4,000 individuals on a weekly basis.
Social Media: Share your United DFC Moments
Please remember to tag us in your United DFC social media posts! Photos can also be sent to katies@udfc.ca to be shared with our community.
Gear Collection
We are currently accepting new or gently used gear at our office that you no longer need. Any gear dropped off will be offered to any members who are in need. We will accept cleats, shin pads, gently used socks, shorts, training shirts, jerseys (GK jerseys too!) , tracksuits, hoodies, etc. as long as it is still in good condition.
Goalkeeper Gloves
Email Coach Keith(Keithp@udfc.ca) for a discount code.
Check out our partner, OK Tire:
Read more about our partnership here.
Social Media Channels
Please follow our social media channels and like/tag/share/comment on any posts that resonate with you. This is a small thing you can do that will help the club a great deal.
Instagram: @UnitedDFC
Facebook: @UnitedDFC
Twitter: @UnitedDFC
TikTok: @UnitedDFC
YouTube: @United DFC
