U7/U9 Learn to Play

The LEARN TO PLAY PROGRAM (LTP) is a revolutionary way of introducing the sport of softball to children and endorsed by Softball Canada. Activities foster the involvement of all players, including those with high and low skill levels. The child will experience excitement, enjoyment and success while building their softball skills. Practices are once a week using a station format to encourage consistency in skill building, and games are scheduled weekly. Parent volunteers are needed at each game to help guide the players particularly at the U7 level. Assistance in practices would also be helpful so coaches can focus on developing skills in each player. The season will culminate with a LTP Fun Day where players can demonstrate skills and have fun with teammates and other teams.

2026 Pre-season Clinics

2026 Pre-season clinics are FREE and designed to introduce U7 (2021/20/19) and U9 (2017/18) players to the fun and fundamentals of fastball before the season starts. Clinics are open to all skill levels — bring a glove for both your player and yourself, and a helmet if you have one. Parent involvement is strongly encouraged and appreciated.

Location:

• Belmont Secondary | Indoor Gym 

Dates:

• Wednesday, February 11
• Wednesday, February 18
• Wednesday, March 4
• Wednesday, March 11

Times:

• U7: 6:00-7:00pm
• U9: 7:00-8:00pm

Note: Registration is NOT required to attend the clinics. Registration is open for the outdoor regular season on our website for players who would like to play!

In-Season Play

Seasonal play takes place outdoors.

For 2026, Wednesday evening sessions will be at Belmont High School turf field located on Glen Lake Rd.

Saturday morning sessions will be at either Centennial Park at 2805 Carlow Road or at Spencer Middle School

The season will start on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. U7 will meet at 6pm and U9 will meet at 7pm for an introduction and skills training.

We will usually play in light rain, but emails will be sent out in case of a rain-out. 

Equipment

Players will need a glove. That is essentially it for equipment at this age. Many players bring their own helmets for hygienic reasons and some have their own bats, but please note bats are expected to be shared at this level. Squishy softballs, team bats and catchers gear is provided by the league and t-shirts and hats/visors are provided by the league. No special pants, cleats, or masks are necessary at this level, just clothes they can move in and are easily washed, as well as shoes with adequate support and grip for play on the turf field.

More Information

Learn more online at Softball Canada Learn to Play Program.

Thank you for your interest in LTP and please spread the word! Hope to see you at the gym or out on the field!

Any questions can be directed to Katie Sewell, Learn to Play U7-U9 Coordinator at ltpdirector@langfordfastball.ca.