Elite Goalkeeper Training

Specialized Development for Goalkeepers

This 10-week program is designed to be the most elite training experience available to goalkeepers in Manitoba and beyond. Our goalkeeping coaches will put GKs through a competitive program designed to develop the goalkeeper position and take the individual goalkeeper to the next level. The curriculum includes individual techniques, tactics, and position-specific development.

Registration for this program included a full training kit and a free ticket to the 2025 Valour FC Home Opener.

Sessions for 2025 have concluded. Registration for 2026 will open in Fall 2025.

Program Overview
Goalkeeper Training

Elite Goalkeeper Development Program

Specialized goalkeeper-specific training techniques

Focus on handling, footwork, diving, and distribution

Game situation analysis and decision making

Physical conditioning tailored for goalkeepers

Mental preparation and confidence building

About Our Coach

Patrick was named the first goalkeeper coach in the history of Valour FC and is a familiar face locally. He brings extensive international and domestic coaching experience to this specialized program.

Sessions for 2025 have concluded. Registration for 2026 will open in Fall 2025.
Coach Experience

Patrick's International Coaching Experiences

Royal Sporting Club Anderlecht Youth Academy (Brussels, Belgium)

Royal Union St Gilloise first Team (Brussels, Belgium)

LA MINA Mediterranean Football Centre team (La Manga, Spain)

Patrick's Canadian Coaching Experiences

Valour FC first team (Winnipeg, Manitoba)

National Training Centre (Winnipeg, Manitoba)

Hellas Soccer Club Manitoba Major Soccer League (Winnipeg, Manitoba)

Winnipeg South End United Technical Director (Winnipeg, Manitoba)

University of Laval (Quebec City, Quebec)

Francois Bourrin Residential Program (Quebec City, Quebec)

Notable Players Worked With

James Panthemis CF Montreal and Canadian Man National Team

Jonathan Sirois CF Montreal

Rayane Yesli

Program Details

What To Expect

Each session will focus on developing the complete goalkeeper, with specialized training in all aspects of the position. Sessions are designed to be challenging, game-realistic, and progressive, building skills week by week.

Key Training Elements

Advanced handling techniques and catching mechanics

Diving technique and expansion of range

Distribution with hands and feet under pressure

Commanding the area and set pieces

Shot stopping from various angles and distances

Goalkeeper-specific fitness and agility training

What To Bring

Goalkeeper gloves

Goalkeeper jersey (if you have one)

Soccer cleats or indoor soccer shoes

Long pants/goalkeeper pants recommended

Water bottle