Who We Are

Founded in 2019, Westcastle International Academy Inc. is a privately owned and operated soccer club located in Victoria BC.

The main goal of WIA is to create the optimum training environment to foster development and form talented young players into top football players. WIA offers both Canadian and international soccer players a comprehensive development program for players of all levels.

WIA’s Academic Pathway Residency program was created through a partnership with the University of Victoria and Spectrum Community Secondary School allowing student-athletes (U16-U21) the opportunity to move from their provinces or countries to Victoria in order to train full time while receiving post-secondary and high school education. We recognize the importance of healthy team dynamics leading to lasting relationships with teammates, coaches, teachers, and support staff. Student-athletes have access to a wide network of resources, ensuring they are supported throughout their program and are given a platform to reach their peak potential both academically and athletically.

WIA provides a clear pathway for players on our Pacific Coast Soccer League U21 development teams. The pathway leads to college/university scholarships in the  NCAA or CIS and to BC League 1. For the few there exist opportunities to move on to the Canadian Premier League or trials in Europe.

WIA’s Youth Development program connects with local players and offers them the opportunity to train in a supportive and challenging environment. The Discovery Centre (ages 2-11) introduces new and emerging players to the game of soccer. The Skill Centre (ages 7-12) is an after-school development program that uses a multi-sport approach to developing strong physical literacy and a solid foundation of soccer skills. Canada Soccer created the Skill Centres to guide clubs towards best principles in player development by taking a nationally coordinated approach to developing young soccer players. The Position-Specific Centre (ages 12 -15) is a supplementary program for players to develop a strong understanding of their position on the field along with Soccer-specific strengthening and conditioning.

We are a full member of the Lower Island Youth Soccer Association, BC Soccer association, Pacific Coast Soccer League and affiliated with Canada Soccer Association. 

It is a unique and truly exciting opportunity for our youth players to experience top level training in standards based program and an academic pathway through the residency program. Players get the benefit of working with CSA Licensed & UEFA A Licensed coaches, and the opportunity to play appropriate level of competitive league matches, domestic and international tournaments, or festivals in beautiful British Columbia.” –Eddie Mukahanana, Technical Director

The Club