27 Years of Professional Coaching in Ottawa

World Soccer Academy (WSA) is dedicated to helping young players develop their soccer skills in a fun and challenging environment. Whether your child is just starting out or has been playing for a few years, we can help develop and improve their skills and build their confidence with the ball.

WSA was founded in 1998 and it is the oldest soccer academy in Ottawa. During that period, thousands of young children have played the beautiful game with us. Unique among Ottawa soccer programs with professional coaches, WSA has focused on recreational players, teaching them foundational techniques and how to play the game creatively.

No other coach working with players at this recreational level has the playing and coaching background, or the soccer education, of academy director Zijo Nistovic.

Our greatest accomplishment is the smiling faces after every session, the enjoyment of parents watching their child learn, and the many players who return year after the year.

We have achieved that through the work of dedicated coaches, many just starting on their coaching path, and the support of parents and the local community.

2026 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS

As the World Cup so eloquently illustrates, the beautiful game is not a privileged sport, reserved for those with economic or social status. It is global game, played by children of all backgrounds; talented players rise from all circumstances.

To celebrate the 2026 World Cup in North America—and encourage young boys and girls to set aside screens and become more mentally and physically active—WSA is offering a range of spring, summer and fall programs. We would like to help as many youth players as possible enjoy the thrill of the beautiful game, and at an affordable cost for families.

For the 2026 outdoor season, join WSA for the fun of our free-play Tigers League - with a distinct World Cup flavour - and/or our Active Parents/Active Kids (3 to 5) and Skill Development (6-10) programs. We also offer weeklong Spring and Summer Camps that combined soccer with other activities.

Plus, if you are not familiar with soccer, WSA is one of the few clubs to offer training and league play to help moms and other women appreciate the game.

WSA provides programs at fields in Alta Vista, Barrhaven, Findlay Creek, Kanata, Manotick and Orleans.

Details on WSA’s Spring Camp and Tigers League are posted. Other program information will be added shortly.