Our AGM is a great opportunity to get involved with our youth soccer program, as well as learn about our policies, financial footprint, and goals for the growth of the sport in Fernie. Plus, we think you'll be so inspired that you'll be interested in one of the open positions we are recruiting for:
- House Coordinator
- Equipment Helper
- Risk Manager
- Vice President
We are greatly appreciative of all the time and effort our volunteers give to Fernie Youth Soccer. We definitely can't do it without you!!! So if you're new to soccer, a veteran or just want to get out and support something in the community, we highly recommend you come out to the AGM and see what we are all about.
Enjoy a 2 night stay and breakfast for 2 at the Park Place Lodge.
Indoor soccer is coming up and we will be opening registration on Friday, Oct 11/24 @ 10:00am. Be sure to register your player, as we have limited spots for this season. Programs will be running at Max Turyk Community Centre Gym (City of Fernie), École Isabella Dicken (SD5) and Fernie Secondary (SD5). Please see the schedule below. We will have a waitlist for some sessions, please understand that the FYSA Board has done our best with the facilities that we have available. Some sessions are only scheduled until December, we will have an updated status on sessions that we hope to continue running from Jan to Apr in the first week of December.
We are excited to have the Elk Valley Fieldhouse Society working with the city to construct a larger facility for community groups to use in the upcoming years.
Indoor Season Runs from Nov. 1 to Apr. 13/25
Click here for registration and scheduled session information.
On September 28th, FYSA is hosting the 1st "Fernie Free Kick: Girls Try-It Day." This is a two-hour event designed to introduce young girls and female identifying youths to come out and try the sport of soccer in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment. This event aims to spark interest in soccer, provide basic skills training, and encourage participation in local leagues or teams and this is for children born between 2012-2018, ages 6-12 by December 31, 2024.
Registration is now OPEN and spots may be limited, so be sure to secure a spot. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY (Registration closes Sept 27/24)
Check in begins at 9:45am with kick-off of activities at 10am. No experience needed - just bring your energy and enthusiasm, ...and cleats or athletic shoes, waterbottle, shinpads (if you have some) and dressed for the weather to be running around outside.
No prior soccer experience required; all skill levels welcome
Event Schedule
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM: Check-In **ONLINE REGSITRATION REQUIRED**
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Welcome
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM: Warm-Up Activities
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Skill Stations
? Dribbling: Practice dribbling through cones
? Passing: Learn the basics of passing and receiving the ball
? Shooting: Introduction to shooting techniques
? Goalkeeping: Basic goalkeeping skills and drills
? Each station will be supervised by a coach or experienced volunteer to provide guidance
and encouragement.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Mini-Soccer Games
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM: Cool Down and Reflection
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Closing and Parent Interaction
If you are intersted in volunteering or have any further questions, please email ferniesoccer@gmail.com
FYSA appreciates the time and commitment from our volunteers and guardians of all children that participates in our events and activities. We seriously coudn't do it without you! Thank you!
Practicwe Schedule:
Div | Gender | Dat | Time | Field |
U10 | Boys | T | 6:30-7:30 | Field 1 |
U13 | Boys | T | 7:30-9pm | Field 3 |
U13 | Boys | R | 7:30-9pm | Field 3 |
U11 | Boys | T | 6:30-7:30 | Field 2 |
U11 | Girls | Wed | 5:30-7:00 | Field 3 |
U14 | Girls | Tues | 5:30-6:30 | Field 3 |
All | All | W | 7:30-8:30 | Field 3 |
FYSA runs their soccer program in alignment with BC Soccer Governance. We adhere to their Lightening and air quality advisory policy. Please click on the links below to review the policy.
BC Soccer Air Quality Advisory
The soccer jamboree is coming soon!!!! It's just over a week away and we are getting very excited. If you don't have it on your calendar, mark June 15th from 10am to 2pm. We have a friendly tournament for our U8-U12 players and fun activities & stations for the U4-U6s
We encourage all players to wear their uniforms, as it's way easier to spot your team and/or child in a coloured jersey. It's a great event and so amazing to see so many people out for the day.
The Fernie Fire department will be there with their truck, the RCMP with their speed gun so you can see how fast your kick is, a food concession with Pizza from Elk Valley Pizza Shoppe, Popcorn from Polar Peak Popcorn, Happy Cow Ice cream, along with other snacks, beverages and freezies. We will be accepting cash and card.
Field layout and schedule will be posted soon!
We can't wait to see all of you out on the pitch!!!
With just 30 some odd days befor school is done, I am sure you're all dreaming of Summer sun and fun. We are fortunate to have Summit Soccer Camps coming to Fernie for the first time.
The soccer camp is running August 5-9, 2024 at Max Turyk Altheltic Fields (MTAF) and is run from 9:30-2 pm depending on the age of your player. The organizer of this camp is from Invermere and he is a young entreprenuer at heart wanting to help yourger okayers develop their skills. He currently still plays with the U18 Columbia Valley Team (Invermere).
Registrations are starting to fill upand these camps don't have tons of space. The time is great then the players out ouf of the heat in the afternoon. Click on the link below to check out the sessions that are available!
Pitches look great. Here's to an awesome season. Don't forget to marl your calendar for the annual Jamboree, Saturday, June 15 10-2pm. Games, activities, tournament fun and prizes!
P. S. Don't forget to register your kids for soccer! Fernie Youth Soccer Registration
We are getting excited for the upcoming outdoor soccer season. I know it may not seem like it'll come with these frosty temperature, but trust me, the warmer weather will be here soon and the soccer pitches will be waiting for tons of players to kick a ball around. with that being said, registration is OPEN! We play at Max Turyk Athletic Fields from beginning of May until the end of June, with our annual soccer Jamboree on Saturday, June 15th, 2024.
Below you will find the schedule for each age division, as well as the fee chart. Click on the link below to take you to the registration site.
If you have any questions, please email ferniesoccer@gmail.com
2024 Spring Schedule | ||
Division | Day | Time |
U4 | Saturdays | 10:00am - 10:45am |
U6 | Saturdays | 10:00am - 11:00am |
U8: Group 1 | Mon & Wed | 5:30pm - 6:30 pm |
U8: Group 2 | Tues & Thurs | 5:30pm - 6:30pm |
U10 | Mon & Wed | 5:30pm - 6:30pm |
U12 | Mon & Wed | 6:30pm - 7:30pm |
U14+ | Tues & Thurs | 6:30pm - 7:30pm |
2024 Spring Registration Fee (per player) | |||
Division | House Only Fee | Dev Only Fee | House & Dev Fee |
U4 | $65.00 | n/a | n/a |
U6 | $75.00 | n/a | n/a |
U8 | $150.00 | n/a | n/a |
U10 | $150.00 | n/a | $200.00 |
U12 | $150.00 | n/a | $200.00 |
U14+ | $150.00 | $150.00 | $200.00 |
A zoom link will be posted and emailed closer to the date. We will be holding it in person and via Zoom again this year. We are currently seeking to fill the following board positions:
-Treasurer
-Secretary
-Equipment Coordinator
-Fundraising Coordinator
The Jamboree House Championship is our end of season tournament for the FYSA Spring House League. It is taking place on Saturday, June 24 from 10am - 2pm, rain or shine. Don’t forget to wear your jerseys, shin pads & cleats, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather. Please let your coach know if you are not able to attend.
House Championship Tournament
The U8, U10, and U12 teams will compete against the other teams in their division to see which team will be named 2023 House League Champion.
U4 & U6 Activities
From 10am-1pm there will be lots of fun activities for the U4 / U6 players and their families and friends. (Please Note: U4/U6 Coaches will not be responsible for their players during the Jamboree. U4/U6 players should have an adult attending with them).
Food & Drink (Cash & Cards accepted for purchases)
Development Showcase
At 11am our U15 Development players will be showing off their soccer skills. Come cheer them on and help the U15 boys raise some money to fund their trip to Provincials in Langley this July. The boys won the Kootenay Rockies Cup the other weekend, making FYSA history, as it's the first time Fernie will be the team representing the Kootenay Region at Provincials. Way to go boys!!
Volunteers Needed
Please click the link below if you're available to volunteer an hour of your time to help at the concession or fruit tent.
Sponsor Shout-Out
Thank you to the following organizations for helping to make the Jamboree possible!
Please contact us at ferniesoccer@gmail.com if you have any questions.
We are excited to celebrate the 2023 soccer season with you on the 24th. We hope to see you there!
Soccer Quest is excited to announce that registration is now open for our 2023 Youth Summer Soccer Camps. Below is a breakdown of what is provided, as well as the ages and camp details. Get registered and come learn new skills, develop current skills, make friends and of course play soccer for a whole week in the summer right here in Fernie!! For ages 6-12 years of age, you can participate in half days or full days for the week. For further details click on the link below!!
Youth Summer Soccer Camps | Soccer Quest
KidSport provides financial assistance for children 18 and younger from families facing financialobstacles to participate in organized sport #SoALLKidsCanPlay. Visit kidsport.caandfind your localChapter for details on eligibility and how to apply
Find out all the information for the forthcoming season, coaching clinics, events and more:
2023 Outdoor Soccer League Details
U4s: Upper Section of field 2
U6s: Whole of field 3
U10s: Whole of field 1 & 2
U12s: Whole of field 1 & 2
U14s and up: Field 1 or 2. Full size and smaller goals are available.
FYSA is excited to partner with Vancouver Whitecaps FC and other Elk Valley communities to offer a new mini-tournament and skills development opportunity for players aged 5-11.
Find out more: Whitecaps session
U4s: Whole of field 1 and 2A
U6s: Whole of field 3 plus 2A and 2B
U8s: Whole of field 1 plus 2C
U10s: Whole of field 3
U12s: Whole of field 1 plus 2C
U14s: Field 1 or 2. Full size and smaller goals are available.
The fields may not be lined until the second week of the season. The SeaCan contains many cones so coaches can mark out their areas as required.
Find out all the information for the forthcoming season, coaching clinics, events and more:
https://www.ferniesoccer.com/article/74450
Registration is now open at: https://soccerquest.ca/product/kamloops-youth-summer-soccer-camps