Vortex offers an elite team-based coaching and training program for High School Ultimate players for the summer season.

Teams are formed after tryouts at the start of the season. Teams are classified as Touring and Regional teams, and compete in Open and Women divisions at British Columbia Ultimate Championship (BCUC - Regionals). The Touring teams aim to qualify for the Canadian Ultimate Championships (CUC - Nationals) via the BCUC - Regionals.

All teams participate in other local tournaments throughout the summer season as determined by the Vortex coaching staff.

Tryout Information

Touring and Regional teams will be formed after tryouts at the start of the summer season. All players must register online before they are permitted to participate in the tryout.

There will be two sets of tryouts this year. When a player or parent registers for tryouts, this registration applies to all sets of tryouts - players do not need to register more than once.

• Touring Tryouts

  • For the top 3 open and top 3 women's touring teams (Vortex, Vintage, Void).
  • Players trying out for touring teams must be able to attend the Canadian Ultimate Championships (Nationals)
  • Touring tryouts are open to all players, however it is strongly recommended that players attending these tryouts have previous competitive ultimate experience or competitive experience in another sport.
  • Tryout schedule is as follows:
    • Tuesday, May 30 - 5:30pm-8:30pm at Queen Elizabeth Secondary (9457 King George Blvd, Surrey)
    • Thursday, June 1 - 5:30pm-8:30pm at Queen Elizabeth Secondary (9457 King George Blvd, Surrey)
  • Make sure to bring a light/dark jersey, cleats, water and a disc to tryouts please!

   

• Regional Tryouts
  • For the top 3 open and top 3 women's touring teams (Venom, Voltage, Vanguard)
  • Players on regional teams will not attend the Canadian Ultimate Championships (Nationals)
  • Tryout schedule is as follows:
    • Saturday, June 3 - 8:30am-11:30am at Berkshire Park (15372 94 Ave, Surrey)
    • Sunday, June 4 (if needed) - 8:30am-11:30am at Berkshire Park (15372 94 Ave, Surrey)
  • Make sure to bring a light/dark jersey, cleats, water and a disc to tryouts please!

2023 Tryout Fee

The tryout fee is $20.00 and covers field costs and expenses associated with the extended tryout process. Registration opens on Thursday, 4th May and closes on Sunday, 4th June.

How to Register

Complete these steps to register:

1. Registration will be open on a first-come, first-serve basis once registration opens. 
2. Registration is completed online.  We accept payment by credit card, Visa Debit, or e-transfer. 
3. If a player U19 registers themselves, they must also get Parental Consent. Emails are sent to the player and parent/guardian with instructions.
4. Read the before your register page and then register online once registration opens.
   

If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca

Touring Teams

Touring teams are formed with the intent of qualifying for, and competing in, the Canadian Ultimate Championships (Nationals)

• Designed for experienced high school aged players looking to develop their skills in a highly competitive environment, with the end goal being to play at Canadian Ultimate Championships (CUC)
• All three teams will play in the Open and Women's Divisions for a total of six touring teams.
• Each team will have three dedicated coaches, who will guide you through tryouts, practices, games and tournaments.
• Financial assistance is available for families looking for some help. 

Program information

• Format: Team based training (Open and Women division)
• Duration: June to August (3 times per week)
• Timeslot:
  • Tuesday/Thursday - 6pm to 9pm, Saturday - 9am to 12pm
  • Participants will receive exact information about their training schedule after teams are formed
  • Excludes statutory holiday for Canada Day
• Schedule: 3 hrs per session
• Location: Surrey based fields with some sessions in New Westminster
• Age: All players should be in high school, from age 14 to 18 years (grade 9-12) as of December 31st the ongoing year.
• Inclusivity: All players are welcome, including LGBTQ2+ and transgender
• Equipment required: Water bottle, Cleats or runners can be used on synthetic turf fields, but we recommend cleats. Everyone must bring a dark AND light t-shirt. 
   

Important Dates for 2023

Fees for Touring

Single Player - $725.00 (Fees include applicable taxes)

Fees include:

• Top level coaching - Each team will have three dedicated coaches, who will guide you through tryouts, practices, games and tournaments.
• All tournament fees including Misfit Cup, Regionals and Nationals
• Customized sublimated uniforms (team kit)
• Fields, equipment, membership, insurance and administration fee
  
   

2023 Tournament Schedule

How to Register

Complete these steps to register:

1. Registration will be open on a first-come, first-serve basis once registration opens. 
2. Registration is completed online.  We accept payment by credit card, Visa Debit, or e-transfer. 
3. If a player U19 registers themselves, they must also get Parental Consent. Emails are sent to the player and parent/guardian with instructions.
4. Read the before your register page and then register online once registration opens.
   

If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca

Regional Teams

Regional teams are formed to play more locally but the season still includes a number of tournaments and tons of skill development.  

• Designed for high school aged players looking to develop their skills and gain experience in a competitive environment, playing local tournaments against similar skilled players.
• All three teams will play in the Open and Women's Divisions for a total of six regional teams.
• Each team will have three dedicated coaches, who will guide you through tryouts, practices, games and tournaments.
• Financial assistance is available for families looking for some help. 

Program information

• Format: Team based training (Open and Women division)
• Duration: June to August (3 times per week)
• Timeslot:
  • Monday/Wednesday/Friday - 6pm to 9pm
  • Tuesday/Thursday - 6pm to 9pm, Saturday - 9am to 12pm
  • Participants will receive exact information about their training schedule after teams are formed
  • Excludes statutory holiday for Canada Day
• Schedule: 3 hrs per session
• Location: Surrey based fields with some sessions in New Westminster
• Age: All players should be in high school, from age 14 to 18 years (grade 9-12) as of December 31st the ongoing year.
• Inclusivity: All players are welcome, including LGBTQ2+ and transgender
• Equipment required: Water bottle, Cleats or runners can be used on synthetic turf fields, but we recommend cleats. Everyone must bring a dark AND light t-shirt. 
   

Important Dates for 2023

Fees for Regional

Single Player - $525.00 (Fees include applicable taxes)

Fees include:

• Top level coaching - Each team will have three dedicated coaches, who will guide you through tryouts, practices, games and tournaments.
• All tournament fees including Misfit Cup, Regionals and Nationals
• Customized sublimated uniforms (team kit)
• Fields, equipment, membership, insurance and administration fee
   

2023 Tournament Schedule

How to Register

Complete these steps to register:

1. Registration will be open on a first-come, first-serve basis once registration opens. 
2. Registration is completed online.  We accept payment by credit card, Visa Debit, or e-transfer. 
3. If a player U19 registers themselves, they must also get Parental Consent. Emails are sent to the player and parent/guardian with instructions.
4. Read the before your register page and then register online once registration opens.
   

If you have a question, check out our Youth FAQ for answers. If you still need help, email youth@vul.ca