Est. 1962 | 50 ON Cup Championships | 13 National Champions | 150+ Soccer Scholarships | Complete Player Pathway | National Youth License
The Burlington Soccer Club offers an OPDL Prep program designed to expose our players to the technical and tactical demands of the Ontario Player Development League (OPDL) Program. This is a six (6) week training program run by BSC technical staff and/or OPDL coaches and will be 90 minutes in duration. Open to all U11 and U12 Club members and non-members.
This program is professionally designed and structured with the Bayhawks methodology. Players in this program will receive the latest technical and tactical training methods, which have been created to improve the players individually, developing their tactical awareness and preparing them for the OPDL model of play.
Training sessions will improve and challenge the player’s ability in dribbling, passing, turning, shooting and first touch control. Small-sided games will be used to develop creativity, speed of movement, speed of play, and emphasize repetitive game situations such as 1v1, 2v2, etc. This program will also help the player develop their speed, balance, agility, and coordination.
For inquiries, please email jgarcia@burlingtonsoccer.com or call us at 905-333-0777 to speak to our customer service representative.
What to Expect
Tactical learning – through strategically designed sessions, players will gain a broader perspective of the tactical side of the game.
Positional understanding – activities designed to support positional based learning and understanding.
Strength & Conditioning – facilitated by our strength & conditioning partner, LTS, each player will be engaged in strength, agility, and coordination that will enhance their play on the pitch.
4 Pillars of Development – each session will incorporate the physical, technical, social and psychological components of athlete development.
Who is this Program Ideal For
This program is ideal for the player who…
- is driven to be challenged and thrive in a competitive environment
- demonstrates advanced technical quality and a strong tactical understanding of the game
- consistently display focus, coachability, and professional training habits
- is ready to learn about demands and expectations of a high-performance pathway
2026 OPDL Prep Program Schedule
| Age Group | Dates & Time | Location |
| Boys U11/12 (2014-2015 born) | Thursday’s 4:30 – 6PM (July 16 – August 20) | City View Park, F2 |
| Girls U11/12 (2014-2015 born) | Wednesday’s 4:30 – 6PM (July 15 – August 19) | City View Park, F2 |
Registration Fee – $265
Meet the Coach
Coach Julio Garcia – is deeply passionate about the player journey and is the consumate student of the game. He draws inspiration from the resilience and hard work that players commit to each day in their pursuit of growth and excellence. With over 15 years of coaching experience across all levels – from grassroots to OPDL and Ontario Premier League (OPL) – Coach Julio brings a wealth of knowledge, supported by a CONCACAF B Diploma and numerous other coaching certifications. Most recently, Coach Julio led our BU17 Team to an Ontario Winter Games 3rd place finish in Futsal – the first ever Medal the club has received in futsal.
He is excited to bring his fresh perspective to the OPDL Prep Program, with a clear goal: to help every player unlock their full potential and thrive on their individual journey.
Need More Information
Have questions about the program? Contact the Head Coach, Julio Garcia, here.
