Our Story. Our Game.

Real Futbol exists because futbol is more than a sport. It is a language, a culture, and a community.

Why We Started

Real Futbol was born from a simple idea. The game should be a source of growth, joy, and connection for everyone who plays. We created a space where every player is motivated to reach their best, where effort is celebrated as much as results, and where growth is supported no matter the outcome.

We saw the need for a place where competition is healthy and positive, where players of all levels are both challenged and supported, and where families feel truly welcomed. Real Futbol is that place. It is a home to inspire personal achievement, strengthen confidence, and celebrate the game in all its forms, from skill development to small sided games to community events.

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Philosophy & Vision

The way we play and teach.

We aim to be more than a training facility. A hub where players discover their best selves, families belong, and competition and joy live side by side. A place where futbol is celebrated every day, in every form.

  • Every Player Belongs. New or elite, there is a place for you here.
  • Competition is Positive. Winning matters, but always with respect, joy, and growth.
  • Development is Holistic. Skills, fitness, and mindset are all part of the journey.
  • Community Comes First. The game connects us across ages, cultures, and experiences.

Meet the team

Driven by the game.

Coaches, mentors, and leaders dedicated to developing the next generation.

At Real Futbol, our coaches and mentors are more than trainers. They have lived the game. They understand what it means to develop, to push through challenges, and to find joy in every step along the way. Each brings real experience, passion, and a love for helping players reach their potential. And just like the kids on the field, our coaches continue to grow. They keep learning, refining, and lifting each other up so they can bring out the best in everyone around them.

This culture of support and collaboration makes our environment exciting and welcoming. Players feel valued, motivated, and part of something special. Every coach has their own style and personality, and together they create a community that is stronger than any one individual. In this section, you can meet them, hear their stories, and get to know the people who will be guiding, supporting, and celebrating with you as you chase your goals.

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The team


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    Robert Rinaldi

    CEO

    Robert Rinaldi is a business leader, coach, and community builder who brings together innovation, design, and youth sports to create meaningful experiences for players and families. As a founding member of Real Futbol, he focuses on building environments where athletes and coaches feel supported, challenged, and inspired. Robert draws on global venture experience and years of coaching competitive teams to help players grow on the field and leaders grow off of it.

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      Albert Klein

      Head of Operations & Athletic Performance

      Albert is the Head of Operations & Athletic Performance and one of the founding members of Real Fubtol. His love for soccer began in Colombia and carried through into his years of playing in Canada with the Guelph Royals, the Guelph Oaks, and the University of Guelph varsity indoor team. For over 25 years, he has also worked as a health and performance specialist, helping athletes at every level grow stronger, healthier, and more confident. With qualifications in athletic therapy, kinesiology, massage therapy, and strength and conditioning, Albert brings unmatched knowledge to his coaching. What drives him most is inspiring players to give their best, embrace challenges, and believe they can achieve more than they imagined.

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        Zach Ellis-Hayden

        Technical Director

        Zach is the Technical Director and one of the founding members of Real Futbol, where he brings his passion for the game and his commitment to developing players as both athletes and people. With over 130 professional appearances in the USL Championship for Orlando City, Oklahoma City, and Fresno FC, along with international experience representing Barbados in the Concacaf Nations League, Zach knows the discipline and resilience required to succeed at the highest levels. Just as important to him is creating an environment where players feel supported, challenged, and inspired to fall in love with the game and themselves.

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          Chad Forde

          Lead Speed Mechanics Coach

          Chad is a certified Track and Field coach and former Ontario provincial team member who brings deep expertise in sprint and jump mechanics to Real Futbol. As a long-time coach with the Kitchener-Waterloo Track and Field Association, he has helped athletes at every level refine technique, improve form, and reach new performance milestones. A former High School Track MVP at Galt Collegiate Institute, Chad applies a precise, technical approach to developing speed, explosiveness, and movement efficiency. At Real Futbol, he leads the Speed and Sprint Mechanics Program, helping players strengthen their athletic foundation to move faster, perform smarter, and reduce injury risk.

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            Malachi Ramsay

            Technical Performance Coach

            Malachi has built his game and coaching voice through years of experience at both the college and club levels. He played youth soccer with Kitchener SC and Cambridge United before competing with the Cambridge Supersonics, Conestoga College, FC Berlin, and League1 Ontario with Waterloo. Alongside his playing career, he has coached at Conestoga College, Red Academy, and youth camps, specializing in technical skills and player development. Malachi believes in creating a fun but focused environment where small details make the biggest difference. Away from the field, he loves animals — he and his girlfriend share two adopted cats.

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              Sharif Ise

              SAQ Performance Coach

              Sharif is a performance coach who brings a scientific and athlete centered approach to Real Futbol, grounded in biomechanics, human movement, and youth athletic development. With experience coaching across multiple sport environments including Movati, GoodLife, The Armoury, and Prolific Hockey, along with advanced certifications in biomechanics, orthopaedic assessment, and sports performance, he understands how to build athletes who move well, feel confident, and perform at their best. Just as important to him is creating a positive environment where players feel supported, challenged, and inspired to develop discipline, resilience, and a lifelong passion for health and the game.

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                Kyler Monterosso

                Technical Performance Coach

                Kyler is a Coach with Real Futbol who brings energy, creativity, and a strong technical background to every session. He has coached with Red Academy camps, working with players from U8 to U12 to strengthen their skills and confidence on the ball. As a player, Kyler competed with the University of Waterloo men’s soccer team, Guelph United in League1 and League2 Ontario, and trained internationally with Unionistas Academy in Spain. His coaching emphasizes technical precision, one-on-one dribbling, and small group training designed to keep intensity high and development fun. Passionate about helping young players grow, Kyler focuses on creating an environment where effort, improvement, and joy in the game come together every day.

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                  Megan Voutour

                  Technical Performance Coach

                  Megan is a Coach with Real Futbol who brings a unique blend of collegiate playing experience, competitive drive, and player-centered coaching to every session. A former standout at Humber College and Conestoga College, Megan earned multiple provincial medals, including three consecutive indoor golds, and was named both Coaches Award recipient and Indoor Team MVP. She currently plays with Cambridge United in League2 and the Championship, where she was the club’s top goal scorer and helped secure promotion for the 2026 season. With three years as Assistant Coach for Conestoga College Women’s Varsity, Megan focuses on creating a supportive, high-energy environment where players are encouraged to learn, take risks, and grow. Her philosophy emphasizes development over perfection, building confident, resilient athletes who love the game and the process that shapes them.

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                    Athan Fotiadis

                    SAQ Performance Coach

                    Athan has been playing soccer since the age of four, developing his game through the Kitchener system and competing with Olympiacos SC Kitchener at top-level tournaments. He now shares that experience with players at Olympiacos SC, Kitchener Soccer Club, and Guelph United. Driven by a passion for both the sport and fitness, Athan focuses on helping young athletes build strong technical skills, athletic foundations, and confidence to chase their goals. He knows what it means to face setbacks — being cut from an academy team as a youth pushed him to take health and fitness seriously, a lesson he now passes on to players.

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                      Jon Henry-Hayden

                      Technical Performance Coach

                      Jon brings both playing and coaching experience to Real Futbol, having competed with Staines Town FC Academy, Hampton & Richmond FC, and Tooting & Mitcham FC in England. While living abroad, he also led private technical sessions and has coached locally, including a season with his daughter’s team. Passionate about developing confident, adaptable players, Jon focuses on technical skill development, mentorship, and building resilience on and off the field. He believes in a team-first culture where effort and learning are as important as results. A proud Arsenal supporter, Jon is also known as Chef Jon Jon for his cooking skills.

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                        Shaurya Rawat

                        Technical Performance Coach

                        Shaurya brings his passion for the game and years of competitive playing experience to Real Futbol. Currently a player with BVB Waterloo, he has competed at a high level for the past 8 years and has also gained valuable coaching experience assisting with small group sessions during the winter season. With a focus on technical skill development, Shaurya’s coaching philosophy is shaped by his own journey as a player. He believes players thrive in a positive, confidence-building environment where they can make mistakes, learn, and grow. His goal is to design sessions that are fun, game-realistic, and challenge players to think for themselves, helping them improve not just as footballers, but as people.

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