Summer Season (May 25 - August 27*, 2026)

• U10-U11 (born 2016 & 2015)
  • Boys: Wednesdays, time TBC @ Millennium fields 10/11
  • Girls: Thursday, time TBC @ Millennium fields 10/11
• U12-U13 (born 2014 & 2013)
  • Boys: Wednesdays, time TBC @ Millennium fields 10/11
  • Girls: Thursdays, time TBC @ Millennium fields 10/11 
• U14-U18 (born 2012 to 2007)
  • Boys, U14-U18: Tuesdays, time TBC @ Millennium field 10/11
  • Girls, U14-U16: Tuesdays, time TBC @ Millennium field 10/11
• All sessions run for 1 hour.

*Canada Day: AOJ programs will be off on Wednesday, July 1st for Canada Day. Games which would have normally been played on this day will most likely be pushed to September 2nd - this will be confirmed to registered players by our staff.

Summer break: All programs will be taking a summer break during which programs will not run, unless otherwise stated. This season's break will take place between Monday July 20 and Sunday August 2, 2026. Activities will resume as scheduled on Monday, August 3, 2026.

Note that the anticipated schedule listed above is subject to change. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Atlético Ottawa Juniors wants to be your home for soccer. Recognized as a National level club by Canada Soccer, AOJ's ultimate goal for the U10-U18 Open program is to ensure that your child participates in a safe, fun and social environment and falls in love with the beautiful game. Whether your player simply wants to play with friends or aspires to be the next big star, AOJ's programs are designed to help kids move up our development pathway (see our Player Pathway).

What can I expect in the program?

Players participate in once-weekly match play against fellow AOJ Open League teams. These are entry-level leagues with a range of ability levels, where the objective is to play fun but challenging games with balanced teams.

Matches are run by senior youth players along with parent volunteers, most of whom are beginning their coaching journey. If you are interested in helping, please visit this page! Volunteer and paid positions are available depending on experience and commitment levels.

For all players U10-U18, teams are formed by gender taking into account registered players' ages and experience to make fun leagues with balanced teams. Our anticipated Open leagues are listed below, although they are subject to minor adjustment based upon actual registration numbers in each group.

• Boys leagues:
  • U10 and U11
  • U12 and U13
  • U14 and U15
  • U16, U17 and U18
  • Men's Open League

• Girls leagues:
  • U10 and U11
  • U12 and U13
  • U14, U15 and U16
  • U17 and U18
  • Women's Open League

Staff Coach: Kylen Grant

Having spent her entire youth career at AOJ predecessors Cumberland United and Ottawa TFC, Kylen has returned to the club as a key member in both the innovative Sports-Études program as well as the club’s Open programs. In 2019, Kylen was a starter on the OTFC U17 Girls team that won the club’s first ever National Championship. After graduating from our High Performance Academy, she spent 4 years playing in the NCAA with Syracuse University, serving as a captain in her final year. Always returning home in the summers, Kylen has been a mainstay in both the club’s Women’s team and as a seasonal coach in the Grassroots and Open programs. With almost a decade of coaching experience at the club, Kylen is truly one of our own, and has a deep commitment to the club and its community. We are thrilled to have her as a part of taking the club to the next level.

Registration, PowerUp or payment questions: admin@aojuniors.com

Learn more about our club staff by visiting our Staff page.

Players are required to wear protective shin guards and shoes at all sessions (can be bought at any sports store). Soccer cleats are allowed and recommended for all age groups.

 The registration fee includes an Atlético Ottawa Juniors training shirt, shorts, and socks. The uniform will be distributed prior to the season on a uniform handout date (to be announced). Players are required to wear this uniform at all events.

Enthusiastic players who wish to have an additional training session each week can register for the optional Rec Tech program. This popular program consists of a station-format approach where players will work on fundamental skills. For more details, visit the Rec Tech Training page here.

Applicable registration fees

• Program fee:
  • U10-U18 players (born 2016-2008): $290
  • This fee will include an Atlético Ottawa Juniors shirt that should be worn at all games, along with shorts and socks.
• Non-volunteer fee (1 per family per season): $60
  • Fee is credited into accounts at the end of the season for those who volunteer with the club. Visit our Volunteering page to find volunteer opportunities!

Financial assistance: AOJ works with valued organizations and community partners to help families needing support for their child (or children) to be able to play soccer and be healthy. Visit our Financial Assistance page for more information.

Withdrawals: visit our Refunds & Withdrawals page to request a credit or refund. All refunds are subject to the Refund Policy. Only approved requests will be processed.