Your child grows more confident, more skilled and falls deeper in love with GOALKEEPING
Confidence built on the field doesn't stay there. Your child walks taller, speaks up, tries new things at school, with friends, and at home. Train with professional and collegiate coaches who build skilled goalkeepers and athletes who believe in themselves for life.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
A structured development curriculum
Character & life skills
Professional and collegiate coaches
8:1 athlete-to-coach ratio
Transparent, all-in pricing
What If I spend the money and my child stays the same?
Between the fees, the drives, and the sacrifices, it's natural to wonder if it will make a difference. No parent wants to look back and realize they paid for time on the field and have nothing to show for it.
We understand that concern, and we share your goal: a child who comes home standing taller, technically better, and eager to go back. That's the standard we hold ourselves to.
Your child deserves the best coaching
Technical improvement, confidence, respect, resilience and teamwork - this is built with a clear process and commitment.
Academy details
Our Coaches
Julian Altobelli
Professional Forward / Midfielder (Canadian Premier League)
Julian Altobelli
Professional Forward / Midfielder (Canadian Premier League)
Julian Altobelli is a professional forward and midfielder for Inter Toronto FC in the Canadian Premier League. Raised in Bolton, Ontario, he came up through Ontario's competitive club pathway before turning professional as an incisive attacking player. His game is built on movement, combination play and finishing in and around the box. Campers get to learn attacking habits and decision-making from a player competing in the professional ranks.
Ivan Pavela
Professional Goalkeeper (Canadian Premier League)
Ivan Pavela
Professional Goalkeeper (Canadian Premier League)
Ivan Pavela is a professional goalkeeper with Inter Toronto FC in the Canadian Premier League. Born in Toronto in 2005, he developed through youth and professional environments in Canada, Hungary and Croatia, gaining an international perspective on the goalkeeping craft early in his career. At camp, he brings modern shot-stopping, distribution and positioning insight straight from the pro game. Young keepers can expect detailed, position-specific coaching from someone living the professional pathway.
Quick note: our pro & collegiate coaches occasionally have game or travel commitments, so the exact coach shown isn't 100% guaranteed for every single session. On the rare occasion that happens, your child is coached by another vetted pro or collegiate coach of the same caliber.
8:1 Athlete-to-Coach Ratio
Our academies have an average of 8 players per coach. This means your child gets high reps, consistent feedback, and eyes on them every session.
Measurable Skill Development
Every athlete follows a structured development curriculum, with clear skills to master at each stage. Coaches supervise every session closely and keep you updated, so you always see how your child is progressing and what comes next.
Values that Run Deep in the Motive Community
At Motive, we develop better people, not just better athletes. These are the values every athlete practices.
Self-belief & resilience. Backing yourself, and never giving up when it gets hard.
Teamwork & friendship. Making the people around you better, and building bonds that last beyond the season.
Respect. For coaches, teammates, opponents and the game itself.
What To Expect? ›
Technical, tactical, and physical training built by our coaching staff to challenge every player, ran at an energy that keeps them focused and smiling. Straight guidance on college and pro pathways: the habits, skills, and steps that get players where they want to go.
Sport shapes character, and what athletes build here goes far beyond the field. They grow more confident, learn to work as part of a team, and are pushed in the right way, carrying that self-belief into school, friendships and life while their love for the sport keeps growing.
What To Bring ›
Goalkeeper Gloves, Soccer Cleats or Turf Shoes, Training Shorts and Shirt, Water Bottle.
Grouped By Skill Level
To make sure every participant gets the most out of the training, we group them by skill level. Beginners with beginners, advanced with advanced.
Dates and Timings:
Dates: Tuesdays: November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1 and 8
*If you are unable to attend any of the sessions within a 6-week block please contact us and we will send you a pro-rated price based on how many sessions you can attend!
Age Group Timings: Born 2010-2020: 5 PM - 6 PM (age groups will be separated within the training)
*(If your age group is marked as sold out, we're currently full for that option. Feel free to email us if you'd like to reserve your spot for the next one!)*
Location: 360 Sports and Event Centre - 7551 Jane Street, Vaughan, ON L4K 1X2
Safety
If Something Happens, We've Got them ›
Your child is watched closely the entire session. Our staff is trained to handle the unexpected, if anything comes up, we reach you right away. Drop them off knowing they're in safe hands.
Changed Plans? We Get It
Life happens, and we've kept our refund policy simple and fair:
7+ days before start date: full refund or credit toward a future one.
1 to 6 days before: 50% refund, or full credit toward a future session. If we ever cancel (weather, facility, low enrollment) you get a full refund or a transfer, no hassle.
To cancel, just email team@motiveathletics.ca with your name and academy details, and we'll sort it within 5 business days.
*IMPORTANT: We only send emails from @motiveathletics.ca. We never ask for payments through SMS, DM or external links.
Verified Reviews · Toronto Goalkeeper Academy
What Parents Say About Motive Goalkeeper Academies
Real stories from families who trained with us. Every review comes from a verified registration.
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Renata K.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Actually seeing him improve, not just guessing
Three months in and I can point to specific things that got better. They send a quick note every few weeks on what he's working on. This program has been totally worth it, and we will sign up for anything they put on.
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Marcus D.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
No surprise fees
Signed up for the monthly plan and I've been charged exactly that every month. Whenever I need to miss a session, they're really responsive with refunds or moving to a new date.
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Priya S.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Same coach all season
We've had the same coach since we started. It makes a big difference for us from previous academies, having someone who knows what she actually needs to work on.
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Declan F.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆2026/Fall
Wish the pause option was easier to find
We had to skip a month for a family trip, and it took a couple emails back and forth to get it sorted. Wish they had an easier process, although we did get our money back.
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Warrick T.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Still just as excited to go
Was worried the extra training would burn her out but it's the opposite, she still asks to go every week. They keep it fun. The coaches have a ton of energy.
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Bianca L.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Cancelled for the summer, no drama
We paused over the summer for family stuff and it was super quick. We're signing back up in September.
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Farrow M.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Fits around our schedule
This is so convenient, being in the evenings and very close to us. Plus, we love how much confidence it's bringing my son.
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Seraphine K.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Honest about the scholarship stuff
Asked directly if this would help her get recruited, and the coach just gave me the information I need to start the process. That stuff is invaluable to me.
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Rowan B.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
She's way more confident
She stands way differently now. More willing to try things and fail. Speaks up at school more too. This program has been amazing.
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Delphine W.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
He finally has some discipline
He used to give up easily when there was resistance. The coaches have really taught him discipline and it's showing in his school as well.
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Osric N.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Made friends, not just teammates
Love our training group. We've made friends from other clubs, and the girls hang out regularly outside of practice.
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Cassandra P.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Off the tablet finally
We've been in two sessions a week for a couple months now, and he's noticeably more active even at home, a lot less screen time.
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Torin E.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Felt safe from day one
Asked a lot of questions about supervision and coaching ratios before signing up, and all of them were answered. It's been very professional.
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Anouk H.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
An amazing deal for the price
For the price, this is an amazing deal. I was thinking there would be some extra fees or something, but it's always been exactly what I signed up for.
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Percival D.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★☆2026/Fall
Progress reports actually mean something
Love getting the update every month, my only wish is it came with a bit more detail on what to work on at home. Small thing, still glad it exists.
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Wilhelmina S.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Small group training changed her game
Training in this small group apart from our team has totally changed her confidence, and she's one of the top players on her team now.
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Barclay O.
✓ Verified Purchase
★★★★★2026/Fall
Worth every month
Six months in, and this has been the best money I've ever spent. She's feeling much better about herself, happier, and looks forward to being with her friends every week.
FAQ
Who's coaching my child? ›
Professional and collegiate coaches who've lived the game, including Julian Altobelli, Ivan Pavela, plus guest college and pro players. Our staff is focused on every athlete's safety.
My child is a beginner or already advanced, will they be at the right level? ›
Yes. Players are grouped by age and skill, so they train alongside kids at their stage.
How much attention will they actually get? ›
We cap it at an average of 1:8 coach-to-player ratio. That means more reps, real feedback, and eyes on them the whole session.
What are the dates and times? ›
Tuesdays: November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1 and 8. Age group timings: Born 2010-2020: 5 PM - 6 PM (age groups will be separated within the training).
Where is it held? ›
360 Sports and Event Centre - 7551 Jane Street, Vaughan, ON L4K 1X2. .
What should they bring? ›
Goalkeeper Gloves, Soccer Cleats or Turf Shoes, Training Shorts and Shirt, Water Bottle.
What if they can't make every session? ›
Just contact us and we'll send a pro-rated price based on the sessions they can attend.
My age group is sold out. Now what? ›
Email us to reserve your spot for the next one.
What happens if there's an injury or emergency? ›
They're watched closely all session. Our staff is trained to handle the unexpected, and we contact you right away if anything comes up.
What's your refund policy? ›
Simple and fair: full refund or credit 7+ days before, 50% (or full credit) within 1–6 days, and a full refund or transfer if we ever have to cancel. Full details on our cancellation policy page.
How do I know my payment and messages are legit? ›
We only send emails from @motiveathletics.ca, and we never ask for payment through SMS, DM, or external links. Checkout is handled through our secure, encrypted payment system.