The journey starts here · Est. 2013 · Burnaby, BC
SEFA Soccer Academy Kids Soccer Training in Burnaby, New Westminster & Coquitlam
Kids soccer training for ages 2–18 — technical, tactical, physical and psychological development, with a proven pathway to Whitecaps FC, MLS NEXT and BCSPL clubs.
SEFA players who reached professional academies
SEFA maintains an exceptional graduation rate, with 2–5 players reaching professional academies each year. This reflects our proven development pathway and the commitment of our players and coaches — accomplished within a dedicated player pool of approximately 200–300 athletes.
2–5
Graduates per year
200–300
Players in the program
Highest
Youth pathway rate
Elite
Development pathway
SEFA Hall of Fame
From SEFA to the pros
U-17QAT · CAN · NGA
Ayokunle Tokode
Forward · Al-Sadd
Scored for Qatar at the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 — including a goal vs Japan.
MVPCAN
Tyler Brown
Forward · Canada U-16
MLS NEXT Pro
First-ever Canadian club player to win U-16 MLS NEXT MVP (2024-25). Scored 33 goals.
ProspectCAN · GHA
Jamil Abubakar
Midfielder · Le Havre AC
Canadian-born Ghanaian prospect with Le Havre AC and the Ghana U-17 pathway.
ProCAN · JPN
Yuma Tsuji
Midfielder · Whitecaps FC 2
Signed with Whitecaps FC 2 in 2025 after progressing through Whitecaps FC Academy.
All-StarCAN
Sahil Deo
Defender · Whitecaps FC 2
Selected to the 2025 MLS NEXT All-Star Game as a Whitecaps FC 2 defender.
On the pitch
SEFA in motion
The SEFA Method
Four pillars of development
Our mission is to foster the growth of individual and team spirit in children, teaching them to understand the game and make the right independent decisions on the field.
01
Technical
Ball mastery, first touch, dribbling, passing and finishing — the foundation of every player.
02
Tactical
Reading the game: recognizing patterns, adapting to formations, and choosing the right position.
03
Physical
Age-appropriate strength, speed and conditioning that develops athletes safely as they grow.
04
Psychological
Confidence, decision-making under pressure, and the independence to make the right call.
Programs
A program for every stage
From first touches at age two to the elite pathway at eighteen — a personalized soccer experience for every age and level.
2–4 yrsMini Stars · 2–4
Toddler soccer — first touches through fun games and play.
U8–U12Skills Center
Small-group technical training for U8–U12.
U16–U18U16–U18 Elite
High-performance program for players chasing the next level.
U14–U16Summer Elite · SPL
U14–U16 SPL & Division 1 — intensive summer development.
All agesAll programs
Goalkeeper, strength & conditioning, private training and more.
SeasonalCamps
Summer, spring break and the shooting finishing clinic.
This season
Upcoming at SEFA
Why families choose SEFA
A structured approach to developing players
SEFA is the biggest soccer academy in Burnaby, with the highest rate of graduates into the Whitecaps FC Academy program — built on individual development, not just results.
Our goals
- To educate kids on how to play soccer
- To teach kids technical skills and how to be creative
- To provide a safe and fun soccer environment
- To fully develop children's soccer potential
- To help youth players achieve their future soccer goals and dreams
Achievements
- The biggest soccer academy in Burnaby
- Most players have been selected by BCSPL clubs
- Winners of many international tournaments
- Well recognized in the soccer community
- The highest academy rate of graduates in the Whitecaps FC Academy program
Priorities
- The individual's development is the key
- Preparing young players for BCSPL clubs
- Developing players for the Whitecaps FC Academy
- To develop passion and love of the game
- Opportunity for all players to play soccer regardless of family income
Advantages
- Convenient locations within Burnaby
- Training at an affordable monthly rate
- Individual approach to each player
- Kids can play for both their club and SEFA
- Travel and compete in international tournaments in the US and Europe
Kids soccer in Burnaby
SEFA Soccer Academy: Premier Destination for Kids Soccer in Burnaby and New Westminster
SEFA Soccer Academy, located in Burnaby, British Columbia, has been a leading provider of kids soccer programs since its founding in 2013. Our mission is to foster the growth of individual and team spirit in children, teaching them to understand the game and make the right independent decisions on the soccer field. As a trusted soccer training and games provider for kids and youths in Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver and Coquitlam, we offer dedicated soccer training for children aged 2 to 18.
Our comprehensive kids soccer programs are designed to help young athletes develop their skills and passion for the game. At SEFA Soccer Academy, we focus on several main areas of study, including technical, tactical, physical, and psychological training. This well-rounded approach ensures that young players enrolled in our kids soccer programs gain a thorough understanding of the game and grow both on and off the field.
Our soccer club in Burnaby offers soccer training for kids on both artificial turf fields and grass fields year-round. The fields are centrally located in Burnaby, New Westminster and Coquitlam, providing easy access from the Metro Vancouver area. In addition to training, we also offer kids soccer games every weekend.
Families in search of top-notch soccer programs and facilities in the Burnaby area will find that SEFA's offerings cater to all their soccer needs. As a leading kids soccer club in Burnaby, we take pride in cultivating the passion, skills, and sportsmanship that will propel young athletes to new heights in their soccer journeys. Discover the SEFA difference and give your child the opportunity to thrive in our exceptional kids soccer programs in Burnaby.
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