Registrations Now Open
Register early to secure your spot on a team
* Late registrants will be added to a wait list and will not be guaranteed a place on a team.
First Time Registering with VAFC?
Steps to Register
1). Click on the ‘Register Now’ button using the birth year as your guide.
2). Your registration will be confirmed immediately if you register before July 31st, 2024.
3). If you register after July 31st, you will be placed on a waitlist. You will be contacted if/when a spot opens up on the team.
4). Use the ‘Friends Request’ to list up to one friend to play with. The younger age groups (U5 – U7) has greater success to group friends together.
5). During the summer months, VAFC staff are working behind the scenes to organize & build teams.
6). You will hear from your volunteer coach (U7-U10) by early Sept with your team placement.
7). The U5 – U6 age groups will get direct communication from VAFC on teams and scheduling. Season starts 3rd weekend in September.
8). VAFC is always looking for more volunteer coaches to help grow the club. If interested please fill out this online form and we will get in touch. Thanks.
9). Your (U7-U10) coach will provide you with more info on practice dates/times in early Sept (these are not set by VAFC, but are set by the individual volunteer coaches dependent on their availability).
10). Second or third weekend of Sept – season starts.
New to VAFC?
Are you ‘new’ to Vancouver Athletic FC? Are you interested in wanting to join the club?
- Moved from another city
- Coming from another club
- Would like to play at a higher level
- Never played before but would like too
- Friends playing with VAFC and would like to join
- Want to try a new sport
- Plus any other valid reason
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall / Winter Soccer Season
Meant to answer the most common questions parents might have!
All new players are welcome to join Vancouver Athletic FC. VAFC has teams that will fit your skill and experience level.
New Players to VAFC
1). All New Players to Vancouver Athletic FC are required to get an on-field evaluation.
2). Open Evaluations are meant for our technical staff to evaluate the New Players and place them on teams that are best suited for their level of play.
3). Register to attend an Open Evaluation. Click Here.
All refunds are subject to an administrative fee for processing.Player withdrawal after team formation and season start is disruptive to our leagues, the District, VAFC, the team, and other potential players. Our refund policy is intended to support stability after team formation and selection.
Refund dates vary by age group. A registration fee refund, less an Administration Fee, will only be available for players that submit a Withdrawal Request to registrar@vafc.ca prior to the following:
All refunds are subject to an administrative fee for processing.Player withdrawal after team formation and season start is disruptive to our leagues, the District, VAFC, the team, and other potential players. Our refund policy is intended to support stability after team formation and selection.
Refund Dates
Age Group (U05 – U08) : House : Admin Fee ($45.00) : Withdrawal Request Deadline (August 15th)
Age Group (U09 – U10) : House : Admin Fee ($55.00) : Withdrawal Request Deadline (August 15th)
Age Group (U11 – U18) : Div. 2/3 : Admin Fee ($70.00) : Withdrawal Request Deadline (July 15th)
Age Group (U11 – U18) : Div. 1 / Metro : No Refund : Once a roster spot has been accepted
Age Group (U11 – U13) : VAFC / Rovers : No Refund : Once a roster spot has been accepted
At the discretion of VAFC, prorated refunds may be considered after the above deadlines but before December 15 for:
i) medical reasons,
ii) transfers to TSS Rovers our BCSPL Alliance Club, or
iii) if a player moves their residence outside of Vancouver.
– Refunds for medical reasons require a doctor’s note.
– Refunds for residential moves require proof of previous and new addresses.
– Refunds will not be issued to any player that accepts a position on a VAFC team and then transfers to another soccer club.
– Refunds will not be issued to any player suspended or expelled from VAFC.
– Refunds will only be issued to the original purchaser and credit card used at registration.
– A uniform charge will be deducted from any refund amount issued if uniforms are not returned.
VAFC House League is for players ages 4 to 9, or what we call “U5” (under five) to “U10”.
In House League you’ll be given the option to choose a group to play with: Douglas Park Soccer Club, Grandview Legion or Vancouver Girls Soccer Club (Trout Lake). The main difference between the three is the home base location where the group plays.
Why all the different names? When VAFC was formed in 2013 it merged these three local Vancouver clubs. As part merger agreement it was agreed that VAFC would recognize the originating club names. The names of those clubs are still used as our house league names today.
Once you’ve registered your player, you’ll hear from the coaches when the teams are formed, typically 2-4 weeks before the season starts in mid-September.
HOUSE LEAGUE OVERVIEW
Under the VAFC umbrella organization there are four House League groups:
Vancouver Girls Soccer Association (VGSA, Trout Lake)
Grandview House
Douglas Park Boys
Douglas Park Girls
AGE GROUP BREAKDOWN:
2020 – 2019 Grasshoppers – U5 to U6
2018 – 2017 Minis – U7 to U8
2016 – 2015 Juniors – U9 to U10
U11 (2014) to U13 (2012) Divisional Soccer
Teams at the U11/U12 age groups play 8 aside games on half fields. The U13’s play 9 aside on half fields or slightly larger. Players are grouped by ability and our Division 1 and 2 teams are formed to play in one of several leagues involving teams from other regions. The season starts in September and ends late February and/or early March.
Division 3 (DIV. 3) a program for new to developing players with a focus on skill development and teamwork. Teams are managed by our volunteer coaches with support by our technical staff, focused on providing a fun, safe and structured environment while competing in the BC Coastal Soccer League. The program provides an opportunity for players to engage in physical activity, spend time with friends, and enjoy developing and learning in a balanced environment. Opportunities to play at higher level, within the year, are available under VAFC’s Fluid Roster program and can be supplemented by various VAFC training academy options. Please contact George (Operations Manager) for more information.
Professional staff oversight
– Practice sessions will occur on assigned turf fields.
– All Volunteer coaches practices and games over seen by VAFC
– Boys Head Coach ( Steve Hood) and Girls Head Coach ( Lauren King).
– 1 volunteer led game per week
– Boys play Saturday
– Girls play Sunday
U14 (2011) Divisional Soccer
Players will be grouped by ability to form teams that will play either Division 1 or Division 2 teams in one of several leagues involving teams from other areas of Metro Vancouver. The regular season starts in September and ends late February and/or early March. Coastal Cup or League Championships starts play downs in October and the finals are held late April or early May. Teams that qualify for the Provincial Cup will be playing in July. A higher level of commitment is expected at these levels of play.
U14 Division 3 recreational/house program is a beginner to intermediate program led by volunteer coaches focused on providing a fun, safe, and structured environment. The program provides an opportunity for players to engage in physical activity, spend time with friends, and enjoy developing and learning the sport in a pressure-free environment. Opportunities to play at higher level are available.
U14 (2011) Division 1 & 2 New Player Evaluations:
Both VAFC Players and New Players are expected to attend an ‘OPEN’ evaluation for U14 Division 1 and 2.
Evaluations only applies to those players wanting to play for a U14 Division 1 & 2 team.
Players wishing to play on a Division 3 level team are not required to participate in the ‘Open’ evaluation.
To register for an ‘Open’ Evaluation : CLICK HERE
Steve Hood (VAFC Boys Head Coach) and Lauren King (VAFC Girls Head Coach) will be overseeing all U14 evaluations. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Steve at boyscoach@vafc.ca and Lauren at girlscoach@vafc.ca.
U15 (2010) to U18 (2007) Divisional Soccer
Players will be grouped by ability to form teams that will play in Division 1 or Division 2 teams in one of several leagues involving teams from other regions. The regular season starts in September and ends late February and/or early March. Coastal Cup or League Championships starts play downs in October and the finals are held late April or early May. Teams that qualify for the Provincial Cup will be playing in July. A higher level of commitment is expected at these levels of play.
Division 3 Program
This program is for new developing players with a focus on skill development and teamwork. Teams are managed by our volunteer coaches with support by our technical staff, focused on providing a fun, safe and structured environment while competing in the BC Coastal Soccer League. The program provides an opportunity for players to engage in physical activity, spend time with friends, and enjoy developing and learning in a balanced environment. Opportunities to play at higher level, within the year, are available under VAFC’s Fluid Roster program and can be supplemented by various VAFC training academy options. Please contact George (Operations Manager) for more information.
Practice Schedules
Divisional 1 & 2 teams will have between 2 – 3 training sessions per week with one game on the weekend. Divisional 3 teams are guaranteed one training session per week with the option of a second training session. Boy teams play on Saturday and Girl teams play on Sunday.
VAFC Technical Head Coaches
Passionate : Experienced : Certified
VAFC Technical Staff takes pride in providing support
to all ‘Volunteer Coaches’ and ‘Players’.
VAFC Development Program
VAFC Coaching Staff will make sure that all players receive proper age and/or ability specific training within individual skill development and small sided games.
learn moreTSS Academy
TSS Academy established a very strong reputation over the years by helping young players from across the Lower Mainland develop their skills.
learn moreRegistration Assistance
registrar@vafc.ca
Do you have any questions registering your child? Maybe it’s your first time or you are having issues with your payment. Please contact Caroline Daniels directly with your inquires.