Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is built for adults at every level — from people who haven't played in years to those who currently play recreational soccer and want structured training.

You're exactly who these sessions were built for. They're designed to ease you back into soccer fitness and technique, not to test you against people who never stopped playing.

No. Fitness builds through the sessions themselves — the soccer is the workout.

Yes. The class currently running (Adult Soccer Classes, All Levels) is built to welcome complete beginners alongside more experienced players. More specialized programs are planned as demand for them is confirmed.

Yes. Your first class with Back2Soccer is free — one per person. Register in advance and it's applied at checkout; checkout shows it before you pay.

Pick a date on the schedule and register online in advance — it takes a couple of minutes. Each date shows its field, time and how many spots are left.

No. Back2Soccer is coached adult soccer training, not a league: there are no teams, no standings and no season. You book individual 60-minute classes when they fit your schedule. If you want to play regularly without signing up for a whole season, this is for you.

Yes. You sign up on your own — there's no team to bring, no roster and no tryout. Every class includes 8v8 small-sided games, so you get real game time without having to bring a team.

No — classes are open to all adults 19 and older, with age bands (19–29, 30–45, 45+) so you're grouped with people around your stage of life. Every player signs our waiver before playing, which is why the minimum age is 19.

The current class includes a 45+ age band within the same session, so you're grouped with players around your stage of life. A dedicated 50+ program is something we're planning to add once there's enough demand for it.

No. Classes are open to all adult ages, and you don't need to be fit before you start — fitness builds through the sessions themselves. If you haven't played in years, you're exactly who these sessions were built for.

Yes. The current class includes a 45+ age band, and beginners are welcome. There's no strict upper age limit — a dedicated 50+ program is planned once there's enough demand for it.

At Eric Hamber Field and Trillium Park in Vancouver. Every date on the schedule shows its field before you book, so you always know where to go.

60 minutes: a warm-up, technical work, then small-sided 8v8 games.

Classes are capped at 20 players, and every class includes small-sided 8v8 games.

No — small-sided games and drills are structured for fitness and skill-building, not league-style competition.

Yes, every class includes 8v8 small-sided games as part of the workout, alongside technical and fitness work.

Athletic wear suited for outdoor training, plus shin guards and appropriate soccer footwear (see below).

Shin guards and appropriate soccer footwear are required. Footwear rules vary by field — check your session page.

No. Eric Hamber Field is turf shoes only — cleats aren't permitted there. At our other fields, cleats or turf shoes are both fine.

Yes, shin guards are required for every session. Shin guard rental is available for $2/class if you don't have your own.

$30 + GST per class, or $99.99 for a 4-class pack — and your first class is free. There are no memberships or league fees.

Yes — you can drop in for a single class, or buy a 4-class pack. Registration is required in advance.

No — there are no memberships. You pay per class, or buy a 4-class pack if you'd rather pay ahead.

Yes — cancel at least 24 hours before your class for a full refund.

You can join the waitlist for that session, or the general interest list if you'd like to be notified about future sessions.

You'll receive a credit toward your next class.