FAQ

You can register online (Vanrec.ca) or in person at Britannia Community Services Centre (1661 Napier Street, Vancouver).  We strongly encourage online registration as many divisions fill up quickly.

When paying online, you must pay via credit card.  When paying in person, we accept credit card, debit or cash.

Due to the challenging task of placing players on teams, refunds will be issued up to February 18, 2024.  No refunds will be issued after this date – no exceptions.

Divisions are age based (see Program). The age calculation date is the FIRST day of the program.  But there is some flexibility that we have arranged, in case your child’s age changes just before or after the start date. 

If the division you want to register in is full, place your child on the waiting list.  If there is any movement (ie:  another child withdraws or refunds out) we will contact you.  We continue to contact wait listed players right up until the start of the program.

You should receive an email and phone call from your coach by early April. If you do not, email britmicrofootie@gmail.com.  It is likely that we have incorrect contact information for you so please be patient!

All schedules are posted on this website and are updated throughout the season.  Note:  Teams usually meet the week prior for a “Meet & Greet” practice on your regular practice day/time.  Your coach will provide details.  The “Season Schedule” is an overview of all the games, practices and locations for the season.  The “Tournament Schedule” takes place the last 2 weeks of the program.  Expect to spend more time at the field the last 2 Saturdays of the program as we will be in tournament format.

No, team placement requests are not accepted. All team placements are random but also carefully based on age, gender and experience. The one exception is for siblings – parents can request to have siblings that are registered in the same division, on the same team or NOT on the same team. This must be done via email to britmicrofootie@gmail.com by January 31.

No, as with team placement requests, requests for particular coaches cannot be accommodated.

No, although teams are seemingly random, a lot of thought goes into balancing the teams as much as possible. Switching teams or fields is not permitted.

Micro Footie takes place rain, shine, snow or even on the rare occasion when the Canucks make the Stanley Cup Playoffs!!!  Please consider games and practices to be on regardless of weather conditions and dress your player appropriately. On the very rare occasion that a game and/or practice must be cancelled (usually due to lightning or field conditions), your coach will attempt to contact you as soon as they can. Most often, you will find out when you get to the field.  

Micro Footie provides all the necessary equipment (soccer balls, nets, cones as well as a World Cup kit) but we do strongly recommend that each player wear shin guards and cleats. You can find them at many sports stores in the Lower Mainland. Weather appropriate gear is also recommended such as rain jackets, sun hats and sunscreen along with a water bottle!

Please do NOT leave your player unattended at the field during practices or games. Coaches are responsible for the entire team while they are on the field.  Coaches are only responsible for coaching related activities (for example, will not escort a player to the washroom). If you must leave the practice or game, it is your responsibility to assign a friend, relative or another parent on the team to be responsible for your child. Please advise the coach of this ahead of time.

Britannia Micro Footie’s success is largely due to its amazing volunteer coaches!  Apply to become a coach by emailing: britmicrofootie@gmail.com.  Coaching experience is preferred, but if not, training is provided.  You must be 16yrs and older.  A police record check will be required before you begin coaching.  Check our website under “About – Coaches and Referees.” or click the blue banner to the top “Volunteer Coaches“

Many of our referees are youth who are participating in the program or who have a soccer background.  Apply to become a youth referee by emailing: britmicrofootie@gmail.com  We begin the recruitment of Referees in early January.  Check our website under “About – Coaches and Referees.”

Join our growing group of Micro Footie sponsor donors!  Support and promote physical activity for kids on the Eastside!  Sponsor one of our 16 World Cup countries!  For more information check our website under “Sponsorship” or email britmicrofootie@gmail.com.