Defender Development Workshops 💪

🛡️ Defender Development Workshop

Train to become a confident, composed, and commanding defender who can control the game from the back.

This high-intensity program is built specifically for U12 defenders (ages 9.5–12) looking to elevate their ability to defend, read the game, and lead with confidence.

⚽ What Players Will Develop

Each session is designed to improve:

• Defensive heading technique (clearances & aerial duels)
• 1v1 defending in wide and central areas
• Marking principles (tight marking & zonal awareness)
• Tackling timing and technique
• Game reading & anticipation
• Understanding and executing the offside line
• Defensive communication & leadership
• Transition play (winning the ball & playing forward)
• Controlled aggression & physical presence
• Advanced defensive habits used at higher levels

🧠 Training Approach

Players receive real-time coaching and detailed feedback to refine:

• Positioning
• Timing
• Decision-making
• Defensive discipline

The goal is to develop confident, reliable defenders who can:

• Win duels consistently
• Organize and communicate effectively
• Control defensive situations
• Lead from the back

⚽ Session Details

💰 $39.99 per session (HST included)
⏱ 60 minutes

📍 BMO Soccer Centre
📅 Saturdays & Sundays (April–October)
⏰ Held during the first hour of the booking block

🔥 Train with Purpose. Defend with Confidence. Lead with Authority.

💫 Commit to Development & Save

Players who train consistently improve faster—and we reward that.

⭐ Bundle Pathways (HST Included)

💎 Platinum Starz — 12 Weeks
💰 $412.99
✔ Best value for committed players
✔ Builds consistency, routine, and real progress

🥇 Gold Starz — 8 Weeks
💰 $284.99
✔ Strong development block
✔ Ideal balance of commitment and flexibility

🥈 Silver Starz — 6 Weeks
💰 $213.99
✔ Great starting point
✔ Build momentum and confidence

👉 How to Choose Your Own Training Dates

Build your schedule around what works best for you.

1. Select “Drop-In” and choose all the session dates you’d like to attend from the calendar
   (You can mix different days, times, and session types.)
2. Once selected, click “Back” (next to “Book Now”) to return to your cart
3. At checkout, apply your training code:

• Silver (6 Sessions): 6SESS
• Gold (8 Sessions): 8SESS
• Platinum (12 Sessions): 12SESS

✔ Your training package will automatically apply once the correct number of sessions is selected

💡 Pro Tip

For the best results, we recommend selecting consistent weekly sessions to build rhythm, confidence, and long-term development.

👉 Bundle details:
https://jstarztraining.myshopify.com/pages/bundle-savings-packages

📩 Need Help?

Not sure how to structure your training or which pathway is right?

We’ll help you build the best plan for your development.

📧 jstarz@jstarztraining.com
📱 782-821-2300

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• Cancellation Policy: JStarz Training maintains a strict 3-hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made within 3 hours of your scheduled session are considered non-refundable. Exceptions may be considered for special circumstances at the sole discretion of JStarz Training.

• Assumption of Risk: Participation in all JStarz Training activities is voluntary and at your own risk. JStarz Training, its coaches, staff, and affiliates are not responsible for injuries sustained during participation.

• Booking Notice: A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required for most bookings to guarantee availability. While we will always try to accommodate requests, short-notice bookings are not guaranteed.

• Special Requests & Adjustments: We value our loyal clients and understand that life happens. Special accommodations, scheduling adjustments, or exceptions may be requested by email and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis at JStarz Training’s discretion.

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