Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Soccer Club in Ottawa Since 1972
Founded in 1972, Ottawa Internationals Soccer Club has been a cornerstone of soccer development in the National Capital Region for over five decades. As a community-driven, non-profit organization, we provide inclusive opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels to engage in recreational and competitive soccer programs. Our comprehensive offerings include youth grassroots initiatives, competitive youth leagues, adult competitive divisions, coach development programs, and referee training. With a legacy of nurturing talent, we have produced players who have represented Canada at national levels and progressed to university, college, and professional teams. Our state-of-the-art artificial turf fields and partnerships with local schools ensure accessible, high-quality facilities for training and competition.Through initiatives like the OISC CONNECT Skill Centre, we combine soccer development with academic and life skills training to prepare players for success both on and off the field. Our volunteer-driven model reflects our commitment to community engagement and grassroots growth, having organized over 400 teams annually at our peak Icebreaker Tournament. With a focus on inclusivity, skill development, and lifelong learning, we continue to serve as Ottawa's premier soccer organization, fostering a passion for the sport across generations.
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Adult Competitive Leagues
Coach Development
Referee Training
Summer Soccer Camps
Player Development Clinics
Community Outreach
Volunteer Opportunities
Competitive Youth Teams
Goalkeeper Academy
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience developing soccer talent in Ottawa.
- Our programs serve players from U4 to adult competitive levels.
- We offer comprehensive coach development and referee training programs.
- Our state-of-the-art artificial turf fields ensure year-round play.
- We combine soccer training with academic and life skills development.
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Our youth programs serve players from U4 to U18 with structured development pathways. We offer grassroots initiatives like Active Start and FUNdamentals for younger children, recreational leagues for U9-U12 players, and competitive divisions for older youth. All programs emphasize skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship while providing age-appropriate training environments.
Adult Competitive Leagues
We provide competitive soccer opportunities for adult players through our assessment-based teams. Our adult competitive divisions include men's and women's U21 teams with structured tryouts and seasonal schedules. These programs cater to experienced players seeking high-level competition while maintaining community engagement and sportsmanship.
Coach Development Program
Our comprehensive coach development initiatives include the Coach in Training (CIT) program and advanced licensing support. We offer mentorship opportunities, practical field experience, and pathway programs to help coaches achieve Canada Soccer and UEFA licensing standards while developing effective teaching methodologies.
Referee Training Clinics
We conduct official referee training programs through the Ontario Soccer Association, offering Class 4 certification courses. Our clinics provide 16 hours of classroom and field instruction, preparing candidates for game assignments while emphasizing fair play and rule enforcement.
Summer Soccer Camps
Our seasonal camps include March Break Camp and Kids Summer Camp programs for youth players. These intensive training sessions focus on technical skill development, tactical awareness, and physical conditioning through structured drills, small-sided games, and professional coaching instruction.
People
Graeme Bali
General Manager
With over 20 years of soccer administration experience, Graeme oversees club operations and strategic development. He leads the Icebreaker Tournament and manages key partnerships while ensuring compliance with Safe Sport standards.
Peter Mapendere
Technical Director
As Canada Soccer A Licensed and UEFA A Licensed professional, Peter leads technical development across all programs. He designs training curricula, mentors coaches, and oversees player development pathways for both competitive and recreational divisions.
Aaron Campos
Senior Staff Coach
Aaron directs youth competitive programs and coach development initiatives. He implements training methodologies for elite players and coordinates assessment processes for team placements across multiple age groups.
Renso Vettoretti
Acting President
Renso provides strategic leadership as Board President while managing club governance. He oversees financial planning, policy implementation, and community engagement initiatives to support the club's non-profit mission.
Jennifer Melymick
Club Administrator
Jennifer manages registration processes and daily operations. She coordinates program logistics, handles financial administration, and serves as primary contact for grassroots program inquiries and participant support.
Questions
What youth soccer programs do you offer?
We offer programs from U4 to U18 including Active Start (U4-U6), FUNdamentals (U7-U8), Learn to Train (U9-U12), and competitive divisions for older youth with structured development pathways.
How can adults join competitive soccer teams?
Adult players can participate through our assessment-based competitive teams. Tryouts are held annually with scheduled assessment dates for men's and women's U21 divisions.
Do you provide coach development opportunities?
Yes, we offer the Coach in Training (CIT) program and support advanced licensing through Canada Soccer and UEFA pathways with mentorship and practical field experience.
What referee training options exist?
We conduct official Ontario Soccer Association Class 4 referee clinics with 16 hours of instruction, preparing candidates for game assignments and certification.
Are there summer soccer programs available?
We offer March Break Camp and Kids Summer Camp programs focusing on technical development, tactical training, and physical conditioning for youth players.
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Reviews (3)
Allison Chapman
Oct 31, 2019
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This is an excellent club. Very talented players and dedicated coaches. The competitive league requires commitment and hard work from players. This club does not push additional programs as a requirement to stay on a competitive team. Its a team that grows together and is united. Its one of the top clubs.
Susan Ngorima
Jan 29, 2019
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The person in the office is very rude. I registered my son two weeks ago and did not hear anything from them. The coaches let my son play since he already registered. So today the lady in the office now tells me we have to give you a refund because .u5s group was cancelled a while ago that is two week ago so why are they telling me today. The coaches on the field have no idea what's going on ... You ask them something they are very rude . And now I understand tension starts in the office and makes its way to the soccer field I honestly was looking forward for my son to be in a club where he can
Eastern Time
Oct 11, 2018
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Club is speeding down since the head coach left and temporary management with no soccer experience is running the show. Stopped seeing them in the league plays. Where are you, Internationals?
