August Goalkeeper Development Camp
Let's get ready for September! Join us for our pre-season goalkeeper training camp
Date & Location
August 10 - 14, 2026
Gates Park - Turf Field #1, 2300 Reeve St, Port Coquitlam
Program Overview
Our Pre-Season Goalkeeper Training Camp is designed to help goalkeepers prepare for the upcoming fall season in a focused, purposeful and challenging training environment.
This camp provides specialized goalkeeper training designed to sharpen technical skills, improve decision-making, build confidence and ensure goalkeepers are ready to perform when league play begins.
Training sessions are structured to replicate the demands of real matches while building the habits and consistency required for successful goalkeeping.
Who It’s For
U8 – U18 Goalkeepers
This camp is designed for goalkeepers who regularly play in goal and are committed to improving their game.
Whether you're looking to build confidence in the position, refine your technique or prepare for the upcoming season, our coaching staff will provide the guidance and challenge needed to help you develop.
Players will be grouped appropriately based on age, experience and ability to ensure the best possible learning environment.
Out-of-club players are welcome.
Schedule and Times
This camp runs over five days.
U8–U11: 10:00am to 12:00pm
U12–U18: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Groups may be adjusted based on registration numbers to ensure an appropriate training environment.
Goalkeepers will be grouped with suitable ages and development levels.
Program Dates
August 10 - 14, 2026
Location
Gates Park Turf 1
Please arrive a few minutes early so players can be ready to start on time.
What to Expect Each Day
Each day will focus on helping goalkeepers sharpen their technical skills, improve decision-making and build confidence through focused goalkeeper-specific training.
Technical Sharpness
Goalkeepers will refine the core skills required for consistent performances:
Handling and catching
Diving techniques
Footwork and movement efficiency
Shot stopping
1v1 situations
Crosses and aerial balls
Distribution and Modern Goalkeeping
Goalkeepers will develop the skills needed to contribute to team possession and build-up play:
Passing under pressure
Receiving with both feet
Goal kicks
Throwing techniques
Playing as an additional defender
Pre-Season Conditioning
Goalkeeper-specific fitness activities will help players prepare physically for the demands of the
season:
Explosive movement
Reaction speed
Agility
Recovery and repeat actions
Match-intensity scenarios
Competitive Match Scenarios
Goalkeepers will regularly train in realistic game situations including:
Small-group tactical exercises
Finishing exercises
Functional goalkeeper training
Pressure situations
Goalkeeper Wars competitions
What to Bring
Soccer boots or turf boots
Shin guards
Goalie gloves
Water bottle (name clearly labelled)
Appropriate clothing
Snack if needed
Cost
$275
Coaching and Environment
Sessions are delivered in a structured, high-intensity environment with clear expectations and purposeful coaching. Players will be challenged to think, compete, and improve, while still being supported through feedback, learning and reflection.
The aim is not just to work hard, but to help players understand the game more deeply and perform with greater confidence and consistency.
How Registration Works
Program questions: matt.elcock@pocosoccer.com
Need help with registration or have questions in another language? Reach out to registrar@pocosoccer.com and we’ll connect you.
Before registering, we encourage families to review the PoCo FC Refund Policy so you understand the timelines and conditions that apply.