Our Training Philosphy
At West Canada Football Academy (WCFA), our goal is to inspire athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the field. Drawing on the expertise of our staff, including leadership with 14 years of professional soccer experience in England, WCFA offers a professional level training environment to prepare players for the demands of elite competition and life beyond the game.
Our mission is to maximize each player’s potential by creating pathways to professional football or higher education in Canada and the United States.
*Elite training environment-
-Our program replicates the intensity, discipline, and structure of professional football, ensuring players develop the skills, knowledge, and mentality required to compete at the highest level.
*Five pillars- We provide Holistic Long Term Athletic Development.
Technical- Enhancing the skillset and precision required for elite play.
Tactical- improve decision making, game intelligence, and adaptability.
Physical- Building strength, speed, agility, and endurance to optimize performance
Mental- Developing resilience, focus, and confidence to thrive under pressure
Character- The values of discipline, integrity, and leadership for success on and off the field.
*Pathway to success-
-We are dedicated to providing players with opportunities to achieve their dreams, whether through professional contracts or scholarships to colleges and universities in Canada and the USA. By maintaining strong relationships with scouts, professional clubs, and collegiate programs, we create a bridge to the next level, and will advise players and families on what we think the best next step is for their development.
*Commitment to excellence-
-Led by a former professional soccer player with extensive experience, our staff combines passion and expertise to deliver elite training, mentorship, and support for every player.
At WCFA, we don’t just develop footballers, we develop good character people. Through hard work, determination, and a commitment to growth, we prepare players to succeed in all areas of their journey.
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Our Facility
Our facility is The Dome Red Deer, a 107,000 square foot state of the art athletic development facility. It was created by professional athletes to develop athletes. It is complete with a full 11 v 11 FIFA sized pitch, a weight room, a high performance center, Sports Therapy, a cafe, a locker room, and a classroom. It is one of the largest indoor soccer facilities in N. America. The Dome Red Deer trains hundreds of athletes every year including professional athletes in over 4 different sports.
Red Deer
Red Deer is located in Central Alberta directly between Calgary and Edmonton. There are about 113,000 people in Red Deer.
