Welcome to Canyon!
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Here at Canyon, we strive to make sure that our program offers the perfect blend of competitiveness, player development, and fun. With decades of combined experience of playing and coaching Ultimate frisbee, the coordinators and coaches are local, passionate Ultimate players whose goal is to grow the sport of Ultimate frisbee, especially here on the North Shore.
Our primary goal is to offer programming for those that reside on the North Shore, but historically have not been able to participate in programs due to location barriers. As such, the program aims to have representation from all high schools from local school districts (SD44, SD45, and SD46) to help further build Ultimate frisbee on the North Shore.
The summer season runs from mid May to late-August, including tryouts, practices, scrimmages, and tournaments. This summer, we’ll be offering four (4) diverse programs depending on an athlete’s needs. We hope you consider signing up for any of the following options in our Canyon program, and we cannot wait to see you on the field with us this summer. If there are any questions about any aspects of our program, please feel free to reach out to us at canyon@vul.ca.
2023 Programs
Follow the link for complete Summer 2023 programs offered by Canyon, located on the North Shore:
- Canyon 2023 Summer - Touring
- Canyon 2023 Summer - Regional
- Canyon 2023 Summer - Peak (Development)
- Canyon 2023 Summer - Adult Touring (Element)
- Canyon Coordinator Team
Summer Touring
Overview
Touring team definition: For those who intend to play on a team that aims to compete nationally at the Canadian Junior Ultimate Championships (CJUC) against other touring teams across Canada.
This year, the 2023 Canadian Junior Ultimate Championships (CJUC 2023) will be hosted locally in Surrey, BC, from August 13 – 16. The tournament is a national competition where teams from across Canada travel to compete at the highest level.
Canyon is excited to offer club teams for players who intend to qualify and compete at this national competition. Our program is based in the North Shore, will practice three times per week, and will be looking to participate in multiple tournaments this upcoming summer.
The summer touring season runs from mid-May to late August, including tryouts, practices, scrimmages, and tournaments.
Tryouts
Tryouts must be attended for players interested in playing on a competitive touring or regional team. The tryout process is used for coaches to evaluate and sort players into teams for the summer. Please note: We aim to provide an opportunity for every player to play this summer. Whether this be through our touring, regional, or development stream, everyone will have the opportunity to participate. More tryout information will be coming soon!
Tournaments Attending (subject to change)
- Misfit Cup - June 17-18 at Burnaby Lakes Sports Complex
- BC Regionals - July 8-9 at Burnaby Lakes Sports Complex
- Reign Cup - July 22 at Boyd Park
- CJUC 2023 - August 13-16 at Newton Athletic Park
Fees
Fees include taxes, fields, facilities, tournaments, equipment, uniforms, coaches, chaperones, administration, VUL membership, BCU membership, UC membership, and UC registration.
If you have any questions, contact the Canyon coordinators via canyon@vul.ca. Fee sets for the upcoming 2023 summer season will be released soon!
How to Register
Complete these steps to register:
- All registration is done online, with payment accepted by credit card, Visa Debit, or e-transfer.
- Make sure to choose the right location when options are presented.
- If a player registers themselves, they must also get Parental Consent. Emails are sent to the player and parent/guardian with instructions.
If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca
Summer Regional
Overview
Regional team definition: For those who intend to play on a team that aims to compete provincially this summer against other local competitive club teams.
Canyon is excited to offer regional club teams for players who cannot attend and compete at the 2023 Canadian Junior Ultimate Championships. Our program is based in the North Shore, will practice three times per week, and will be looking to participate in multiple tournaments this upcoming summer.
The summer touring season runs from mid-May to late August, including tryouts, practices, scrimmages, and tournaments.
Tryouts
Tryouts must be attended for players interested in playing on a competitive touring or regional team. The tryout process is used for coaches to evaluate and sort players into teams for the summer. Please note: We aim to provide an opportunity for every player to play this summer. Whether this be through our touring, regional, or development stream, everyone will have the opportunity to participate. More tryout information will be coming soon!
Tournaments Attending (subject to change)
- Misfit Cup - June 17-18 at Burnaby Lakes Sports Complex
- BC Regionals - July 8-9 at Burnaby Lakes Sports Complex
- Reign Cup - July 22 at Boyd Park
- Reign Championships - August 26-27 at Boyd Park
Fees
Fees include taxes, fields, facilities, tournaments, equipment, uniforms, coaches, chaperones, administration, VUL membership, BCU membership, UC membership, and UC registration.
If you have any questions, contact the Canyon coordinators via canyon@vul.ca. Fee sets for the upcoming 2023 summer season will be released soon!
How to Register
Complete these steps to register:
- All registration is done online, with payment accepted by credit card, Visa Debit, or e-transfer.
- Make sure to choose the right location when options are presented.
- If a player registers themselves, they must also get Parental Consent. Emails are sent to the player and parent/guardian with instructions.
If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca
Summer Peak (Development)
Overview
Development team definition: For new players looked to hone their skills through practices and scrimmages throughout the summer.
Canyon is excited to offer a development team (Peak) designed for newer frisbee players to hone their Ultimate fundamentals to develop their skills as a player. With the skills gained and learned through this program, frisbee players can expect to be practiced when entering the school season and compete with our touring or regional teams in future years.
The summer development season runs from early June to late August, including practices, scrimmages, and tournaments. There is no tryout requirement to play for our development program – everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate!
Our program is based in the North Shore, will practice two times per week, and will be looking to participate in a year-end tournament this upcoming summer.
Tournaments Attending (subject to change)
- Reign Cup - July 22 at Boyd Park
- Canyon Cup - Date TBD
Fees
Fees include taxes, fields, facilities, tournaments, equipment, uniforms, coaches, chaperones, administration, VUL membership, BCU membership, UC membership, and UC registration.
If you have any questions, contact the Canyon coordinators via canyon@vul.ca. Fee sets for the upcoming 2023 summer season will be released soon!
How to Register
Complete these steps to register:
- For ages 19+, please register under the Adult Programs on the registration page
- Ages 14+, on registering on behalf of a youth player, please register under the Youth Programs on the registration page
If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca
Summer Adult Touring
Overview
This year, Canyon will offer Element, an Adult touring team that intends to compete at the Canadian Ultimate Championships in the Open division, hosted locally in Surrey, BC, from August 17 – 20. Our program is based in the North Shore and will practice two times per week.
The summer touring season runs from mid-May to late August, including tryouts, practices, scrimmages, and tournaments.
Tryouts
The tryout process will be used to evaluate prospective players and choose which 26 players will represent the North Shore this summer. More tryout information will be coming soon!
Fees
Fees include taxes, fields, facilities, tournaments, equipment, uniforms, coaches, chaperones, administration, VUL membership, BCU membership, UC membership, and UC registration.
If you have any questions, contact the Canyon coordinators via canyon@vul.ca. Fee sets for the upcoming 2023 summer season will be released soon!
How to Register
Complete these steps to register:
- For ages 19+, please register under the Adult Programs on the registration page
- Ages 14+, on registering on behalf of a youth player, please register under the Youth Programs on the registration page
If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca
Canyon Coordinator Team
Our instructors are knowledgeable and passionate and are ready to pass on everything they know to our up-and-coming players. Our Canyon coordinators would like to introduce themselves so you can get to know them a bit better!
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Cody Hubbard
I've been a part of the junior club Ultimate since 2015, where I worked each summer as a coach through Misfit Ultimate. As a coordinator of Canyon Ultimate, I hope to improve the growth and development of players in our local area, as well as create an inclusive culture that players are proud to be a part of.
Katie Wong
I am a part of this program because I love Ultimate and want to see the sport grow in the right direction on the North Shore. Bringing the spirit of the game to the forefront of the North Shore program is awesome because it shows that teams can resolve conflicts and situations amongst each other. In addition, it brings another level of accountability to yourself and your team.
Duncan Segers
I became a part of Canyon Ultimate because I want to help promote Ultimate frisbee among the youth on the North Shore. Growing up in North Vancouver, I always wanted there to be a program like Canyon which allowed me to play closer to home. I’ve played Ultimate for over a decade, and I look forward to helping the sport grow and having more kids fall in love with this great sport!
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My favorite part about Ultimate is how anyone can have fun despite their skill level. The Spirit of the game is important to creating and being part of an inclusive community! As a coordinator, I would like to continue to foster these uplifting and competitive environments, on and off the field. Not only this, but contribute to cultivating respectful programs and players!