CMSA YOUTH PROGRAMS
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Our Chinooks FC youth players go through extensive training where they learn the advanced components of the game. Our youth teams compete in the Calgary Minor Soccer Association (CMSA) and play against other clubs in Calgary.
The youth program is designed for players between the ages of 6 and 19, focusing on player development.
Chinooks FC youth players have the opportunity to participate in the following activities:
The Skills Centre program reflects the ideals of the Canada Soccer Skill Centre, to encourage more individual touches on the ball, that will nurture ball mastery within the players Golden Age of Learning. Players are encouraged to challenge their development within a safe environment with coaches who appreciate the needs of the players to experiment and develop their own understanding and physical attributes of the game.
U10-U17 Academy offers older players an opportunity to further develop their individual skills.
Certified mental skills coaches will work with players and teams throughout the season, to ensure a healthy approach to competition and game preparation. Mental Skills sessions will be offered to teams aged U13 and up a minimum of twice per season.
Certified Video Analysis coaches will meet with teams to review match footage and study principals of the game. Video Analysis sessions will be offered to teams aged U13 and up at least once per season.
We are working in partnership with Balsom Sports Performance (BSP) to provide an elite sports science program for Chinooks FC players.
This additional fitness training is incorporated into the U13-U17 Academy program and will be introduced to the U10-U12 age groups a couple of times throughout the season.
Together with coaches and teammates, team practices are a way for players to work on skills, tactics and strategies of playing soccer. Team practices begin at the U10 age level.
All keepers are invited to train in our Goalkeeper Academy sessions. There is no additional cost for Goalkeeper Academy. Goalkeeper Academy is available to all players aged U9 and up.
Teams over U9 have the opportunity to enter in both local and away tournaments. Participation in tournament play will be determined by your team officials and agreed upon with the entire team. Tournament and travel costs are in addition to your regular registration and training fees.
Chinooks players U16 and up are encouraged to share their love of the game with the younger players in the club. Chinooks FC will support Junior coaches in their development as a grassroots or skills centre coach with mentorship and coaching education. If you’re interested in becoming a junior coach, please contact us
U7-U9
BORN 2015-2017
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is appropriate for players looking for greater commitment.
2 Academy Sessions per week and 1 game day.
Registration fee: $250
Academy fee: $300
Total Fees of $550*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
MODIFIED ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is appropriate for players (often multi-sport athletes) looking for a reduced commitment.
1 Academy Session per week and 1 game day.
Registration fee: $250
Academy fee: $150
Total Fees of $400*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U7 – U9 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 16 – Feb 24
Winter Break: Dec 18 – Jan 5
ACADEMY TRAINING
Full Academy: Monday/Wednesday evenings
Modified Academy: Monday or Wednesday (to be determined)
Location: Viper’s Dome
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: Saturdays (Time TBD)
Location: Calgary West Soccer Centre
Game Format:
U7: 3v3, three 20 minute games per match day
U8: 4v4, three 20 minute games per match day
U9: 5v5 with keeper, two 25 minute games per match day
Coach-refereed
U7/U8: Size 3 ball
U9: Size 4 ball
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U10
BORN 2014
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY (Developmental Plus)
The “Developmental Plus” program is appropriate for players looking for greater commitment and competition.
Players who register to play on a developmental plus team are required to attend player evaluations.
2 Academy Sessions, 1 team practice and one game day per week.
The players will also have 2 introductory fitness sessions throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a developmental plus team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $475
Academy fee: $400
Total Fees of $875*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
MODIFIED ACADEMY (Developmental)
The “Developmental” program is appropriate for players (often multi-sport athletes) looking for a reduced commitment.
1 Academy Session, 1 team practice and one game day per week.
*If a player wishes to play on a developmental plus team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $475
Academy fee: $200
Total Fees of $675*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U10 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 18 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 25-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 4 ball
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.
U11
BORN 2013
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY (Developmental Plus)
The “Developmental Plus” program is appropriate for players looking for greater commitment and competition.
Players who register to play on a developmental plus team are required to attend player evaluations.
2 Academy Sessions, 1 team practice and one game day per week.
The players will also have 2 introductory fitness sessions throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a developmental plus team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $550
Academy fee: $650
Total Fees of $1200*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
MODIFIED ACADEMY (Developmental)
The “Developmental” program is appropriate for players (often multi-sport athletes) looking for a reduced commitment.
1 Academy Session, 1 team practice and one game day per week.
*If a player wishes to play on a developmental plus team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $550
Academy fee: $325
Total Fees of $875*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U11 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 18 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 25-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 4 ball
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.
U12
BORN 2012
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is mandatory for all players evaluating for Tier 1 & 2 and recommended for players in Tier 3&4.
Players who register to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team are required to attend player evaluations.
2 Academy Sessions, 1 team practice per week,1 game day per week.
Players will also have 2 introductory fitness sessions throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $550
Academy fee: $650
Total Fees of $1200*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
MODIFIED ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is only recommended for players in Tier 3&4.
1 Academy Session, 1 team practice and 1 game day per week.
*If a player wishes to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $550
Academy fee: $325
Total Fees of $875*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U12 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 22 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 25-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 4 ball
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.
U13
BORN 2011
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is mandatory for all players evaluating for Tier 1 & 2 and recommended for players in Tier 3&4.
Players who register to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team are required to attend player evaluations.
1 Academy Session, 2 team practices and 1 game day per week.
Players will also have 10 fitness sessions, 2 Mental Skills sessions and 1 Video Analysis session throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $575
Academy fee: $775
Total Fees of $1350*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
NO ACADEMY
1 team practice and 1 game day per week.
Registration fee: $575
Total Fees of $575*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U13 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 22 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 30-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 5 ball
PROVINCIALS
In order to qualify for Provincials, teams can opt-in to play in the CMSA Provincial Cup Qualifier. They games will run from Jan 27 – Feb 25 in addition to regularly scheduled season games.
Provincials: Mar 15-17
Location: TBD
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.
U14/U15
BORN 2009-2010
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is mandatory for all players evaluating for Tier 1 & 2 and recommended for players in Tier 3&4.
Players who register to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team are required to attend player evaluations.
1 Academy Session, 2 team practices and 1 game day per week.
Players will also have 10 fitness sessions, 2 Mental Skills sessions and 1 Video Analysis session throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $575
Academy fee: $775
Total Fees of $1350*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
NO ACADEMY
1 team practice and 1 game day per week.
Registration fee: $575
Total Fees of $575*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U14/U15 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 21 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 30-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 5 ball
PROVINCIALS
In order to qualify for Provincials, teams can opt-in to play in the CMSA Provincial Cup Qualifier. They games will run from Jan 27 – Feb 25 in addition to regularly scheduled season games.
Provincials: Mar 15-17
Location: TBD
*U14 teams are required to play up in U15 Provincials
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.
U16/U17
BORN 2007-2008
Refund Policy: Players registered with Chinooks FC may withdraw prior to the posted registration closing date and will receive a full refund less a $100 administrative fee.
FULL ACADEMY PROGRAM
This program is mandatory for all players evaluating for Tier 1 & 2 and recommended for players in Tier 3&4.
Players who register to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team are required to attend player evaluations.
1 Academy Session, 2 team practices and 1 game day per week.
Players will also have 10 fitness sessions, 2 Mental Skills sessions and 1 Video Analysis session throughout the season.
Certified Chinooks team head coach.
*If a player wishes to play on a Tier 1 or 2 team with reduced weekly commitment, you must email the request to Chinooks Admin.
Registration fee: $575
Academy fee: $775
Total Fees of $1350*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
NO ACADEMY
1 team practice and 1 game day per week.
Registration fee: $575
Total Fees of $575*
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
U16/U17 SEASONAL INFORMATION
SEASON
October 28 – Mar 10
Winter Break: Dec 21 – Jan 5
ACADEMY LOCATION
GAMES
Games are scheduled by CMSA
Date/Time: May play any day of the week.
Location: May play at any of the CMSA Indoor Soccer facilities in Calgary.
Game Format:
7v7 with keeper
Two 30-minute halves
CMSA Refereed
Size 5 ball
PROVINCIALS
In order to qualify for Provincials, teams can opt-in to play in the CMSA Provincial Cup Qualifier. They games will run from Jan 27 – Feb 25 in addition to regularly scheduled season games.
Provincials: Mar 15-17
Location: TBD
*U16 teams are required to play up in U17 Provincials
UNIFORMS
Players are required to wear their Chinooks player kit at every training session in addition to athletic footwear and protective shin guards. Each season, players are provided a Chinooks FC training shirt, game jersey, shorts and socks.
*Any players who are new to Chinooks FC must purchase a New Player Kit for $75, which includes an additional training shirt and Team Backpack.
Chinooks numbered jerseys must be returned at end of season or players will be charged a replacement fee.