Announcement:  VFA Launches Fall Training Program for U9 through U17C – Registration Open Monday, August 25!

As was previously communicated, Vancouver Fastpitch Association has been assessing its offseason instructional programs in order to evolve them to better suit the needs for our young athletes and their families. 

We are pleased to announce a new, modernized, and skill-specific offseason Fall Training Program for players who wish to improve their skills in the offseason.  We are excited to be able to offer this to all our athletes.

When:  Saturday mornings from October 4 through December 13 (no training on Thanksgiving weekend) – 10 sessions overall           

Who:    U9:                    9:00am – 10:00am (1 group)

             U11:                  10:00am – 11:30am (2 groups)

             U13C – U17C:  11:30am – 1:00pm (1 U13C group and 1U15C+ group)

 

Where:  Stratford Hall gymnasium (3000 Commercial Drive, Vancouver)

 

What: 

1. Two sessions will run concurrently, each using half the gym.  Each session will be split in half, with ~ 45 minutes of batting instruction and ~ 45 minutes of throwing and fielding instruction.  (Note:  this model may differ slightly for U9 but the core skills being instructed will remain the same)
2. Each session will be limited to 14 athletes.  We plan to have a low instructor : athlete ratio with 3 batting instructors and 2 throwing/fielding instructors
3. Sessions will focus on developing fundamental softball skills under the guidance of highly qualified instructors. Players will receive technical instruction in batting, throwing, and fielding mechanics to improve consistency, enhance performance, and support long-term development. Training will also incorporate game play, giving players the chance to apply their skills in real game situations.

Cost:    $225

Cancellation fees:      Before September 13      $50

                                     Before September 27      $150

                                     After September 27         No refund

Registration:               Register Here

Notes:

1. Registration is first come, first served.  If a session is full, you will be waitlisted.  However, we will do our best to make sure all athletes can be accommodated so please join the waitlist if a session is full.
2. While survey results were strong, we do not have a solid grasp of what the demand will be as we haven’t run this type of instruction in the past.  The number of sessions by age group noted above were based on feedback received in the survey.  That said, IF WE ARE OVERSUBSCRIBED AT ANY AGE GROUP, we *may* combine athletes from different age groups in an appropriate manner, or we may look at adding additional sessions.  If you register for your age group and are waitlisted, we will be in touch.  Our goal is to provide this programming to as many of our athletes as possible.
3. If we are severely undersubscribed in any age groups, we may combine groups or move sessions/timing around.  We hope to avoid this situation but if it’s the case, these decisions will be made by September 20.
4. Regardless of any combinations, we will maintain the instructor : athlete ratio as noted.
5. We also plan to offer a Winter Training Program in January – March 2026.