How often will my child practise and play, and how long is a season?
Rule- Canada
- Canada Soccer
- Grassroots Standards
- Grassroots soccer
- U6-U9
- 2026
- Parents
Canada Soccer's Grassroots Standards say:
| U6-U7 | U8-U9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Season or block length | 6 to 16 weeks | 6 to 22 weeks |
| Practice-to-match ratio | 1:1 or 2:1 | 2:1 or 3:1 |
| Structured practice length | 30 to 60 minutes | 45 to 75 minutes |
| Match days per week | 1 | 1 |
| Tournaments ("memorable events") | N/A | 2 per season |
There should be at least 2 weeks between seasons or blocks so children can rest or try other sports.
Source: Canada Soccer Grassroots Standards (https://canadasoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-CS-GrassrootsStandards-EN_final91.pdf)
Updated 25 Oct 2026