Outdoor Program
2024
New program structure for 2024
CRFC has structured our soccer program to cater to players of all skill levels and aspirations, providing a comprehensive pathway for development. Divided into three distinct streams – Community, Club, and Performance – the program aims to offer a tailored experience to suit all player’s individual needs and ambitions.
Community Stream
The community stream is the foundation of our program, emphasizing inclusivity, fun, and skill development for players of all ages and abilities. This stream focuses on fostering a love for the game, basic skill acquisition, teamwork, and a sense of belonging within the soccer community. It’s open to beginners, recreational players, and those seeking a relaxed yet enriching soccer experience. Emphasis is placed on enjoyment, learning the fundamentals, and creating a positive environment for all participants.
Club Stream
The club stream is geared towards players looking for a higher level of training, competition, and commitment. This stream is designed for individuals seeking more structured coaching, increased competition, and a greater level of skill development. Players in this stream participate in regular training sessions focused on technical proficiency, tactical understanding, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. They also engage in competitive league play and tournaments, providing opportunities for growth and exposure to higher-level soccer.
Performance Stream
The performance stream is the pinnacle of our program, catering to elite-level players aspiring to compete at the highest levels of the sport. This stream is for highly dedicated athletes who demonstrate exceptional skill, commitment, and ambition. The training curriculum is intensive, covering advanced techniques, tactical strategies, performance testing, physical conditioning, and match analysis. Players in this stream compete in top-tier leagues, showcase events, and have access to additional resources such as elite coaching, specialized clinics, and exposure to university and professional pathways.
Community
Play and learn where you live- 1 match and 1 training session per week (2 weeknights )
- Matches and training are zoned to communities in the NW
- Canada Soccer certified coach
- Blue match top, shorts and socks
- Team travel
- Bonus sessions
- European development testing
- Introductory goalkeeper training
- Sports performance
- Match film analysis
Club
Strive to develop and compete- 1 match and 2 training sessions per week (2 weeknights and 1 weekend)
- CMSA zoned or city-wide league*
- Training in Dalhousie or Evanston
- Nationally licensed coach**
- Blue kit, grey training shirt, hoodie, backpack and ball ****
- Local team travel
- Bonus sessions (3v3 and introductory goalkeeping)
- European development testing
- Sports performance
- Match film analysis
Performance
Train with the best to be the best- 1 match and 2-3 sessions per week (2-3 weeknights and 1 weekend)
- CMSA zoned or city-wide league*
- Training in Dalhousie
- Senior nationally licensed coach
- Home and away kits, grey training shirt, black performance kit, backpack and ball****
- Extra-provincial team travel (~annually)
- Mastery clinics (3v3, advanced goalkeeping, fitness, skill sessions)***
- European development testing
- Sports performance
- Match film analysis
* CMSA league structure varies by age group and division. Locations, date, and times of matches are set by CMSA not CRFC.
** Club stream teams will have at least one training session per week led by a nationally licensed coach
*** Performance stream Mastery Clinics are made available to club stream players at an additional cost
**** Club apparel is a one time purchase for new players to the club
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Community stream details
U10-U12 (Born 2014-2012)
$289.00 (1 Pay) or $339.00 (5 Pay)
Club stream details
U7-8 (2017 - 2016)
$309.00 (1 Pay) or $359.00 (5 Pay)
Evanston – Monday/Wednesday
Dalhousie – Tuesday/Thursday
U9 (2015)
$379.00 (1 Pay) or $429.00 (5 Pay)
Evanston – Monday/Wednesday
Dalhousie – Tuesday/Thursday
U10 (2014)
$499.00 (1 Pay) or $549.00 (5 Pay)
U11 (2013)
$549.00 (1 Pay) or $599.00 (5 Pay)
U12 (2012)
$599.00 (1 Pay) or $649.00 (5 Pay)
U13 (2011)
$649.00 (1 Pay) or $699.00 (5 Pay)
U14-19 (2010 - 2006)
$729.00 (1 Pay) or $779.00 (5 Pay)
Performance stream details
Performance Top-up
$250.00
Players who evaluate to a performance level team will be charged the above top-up fee in addition to the club stream registration fee that corresponds to their age group. This top-up covers the additional sessions and resources provided to athletes at this level.
For example, a 2012 player is registered for the club stream with CRFC, paying the 1Pay registration fee of $599.00 for the U12 age group. After evaluations, the player is placed onto a performance level team. At this point the performance top-up of $250.00 will be charged to the payment method used during registration.
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U7 & U8 Important Dates
Season Date April 15-June 22
Training and Game Days
- Evanston Location: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
- Dalhousie Location: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Game schedule available from CMSA April 26
Games Start Saturday 4 May
U9 Important Dates
Season Date April 15-July 19
Training and Game Days
- Evanston Location: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
- Dalhousie Location: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Game schedule available from CMSA April 26
CMSA Games Start Saturday 4 May and End Sat June 22
Exhibition Games in July
U10-U12 Important Dates
Pre-Season Camp March 18- 21
Team Placement April 6 -13
Tentative Teams Released April 14
Rockies Kick Grass Tournament April 19-2
Club Stream
Season Date April 6-July 21
Club Stream Training and Game Days
- U10 – Monday, Wednesday and 1 Weekend Event
- U11 – Tuesday, Thursday and 1 Weekend Event
- U12- Tuesday, Thursday and 1 Weekend Event
Game schedule available from CMSA April 19
Performance Stream
Season Date April 6-July 28
Performance Stream Training and Game Days
- U10 – Monday, Wednesday +2 Weeknight events and 1 Weekend Event
- U11 – Tuesday, Thursday +2 Weeknight events and 1 Weekend Event
- U12- – Tuesday, Thursday +2 Weeknight events and 1 Weekend Event
Game schedule available from CMSA April 19
U13-U17 Important Dates
Preliminary Tryouts March 18- 21
Tryouts April 6 -13
Tentative Teams Released
Rockies Kick Grass Tournament April 19-21
Game schedule available from CMSA April 19
Club Stream
Season Date April 6-July 14 (Tier 4/5), April 6-July 28 (Tier 3)
Club Stream Training and Game Days
- 2 Weeknights and 1 Weekend Event
Game schedule available from CMSA April 19
Games start April 27
Performance Stream
Season Date April 6-July 28
- Performance Stream Training and Game Days
- 4 Weeknight events and 1 Weekend Event
Payment Options
- 1Pay is a full payment at registration and is $50 cheaper than its equivalent 5Pay.
- 5Pay divides the full cost of the program’s registration over five payments.
Multi-Child Discount
At Calgary Rockies, we value larger families. If you register three or more siblings to the club, you will automatically receive a family discount of $25.
Financial Support
Calgary Rockies is a club for all players. If your family requires financial support to register please follow the guide below.
- Register your child at KidSport Calgary or JumpStart BEFORE registering with Calgary Rockies
- Record the file number that KidSport or JumpStart has associated with our registration
- Return to our portal: https://calgaryrockies.powerupsports.com/ to register your child in our club
- Once you get to the payment section, please insert the KidSport or JumpStart registration number in the payment field
- Update us via email at [email protected] once you receive the confirmation of your grant
- KidSport and JumpStart will direct deposit to us or send us a cheque, we will send you a receipt once we receive payment
- Should you be declined, please contact us and we will work with you, we want all children to have a chance to play.
Please note: if you register your child and pay in full, we will not be able to apply KidSport or JumpStart funding against this purchase.
In the case that this funding should not be enough to cover the need, please contact our office at [email protected] to see what Calgary Rockies can offer to assist.