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Frequently Asked Questions

 

HOW DO I REGISTER MY CHILD FOR INDOOR / OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL SEASONS?

Greater Fort Erie Youth Soccer Club is utilizing PowerUp Sports as the Club’s exclusive online registration service provider. All registrations must be processed through this system. New registrants will need to create an account; previous members can login using their established username and password. 

 

I HAVE FORGOTTEN MY ACCOUNT PASSWORD and / or email.

If you have forgotten your password, use the ”Password Reset” system located on the lower right side of the PowerUp login page. Follow the steps to change your password. An email will be automatically sent with a link to reset your password. If you still cannot successfully reset your password, contact our administrator at administrator@forteriesoccer.com to reset your account.

If you cannot remember the email used to create your account, please email administrator@forteriesoccer.com with your full name, as well as the full names of the children you are trying to register to reset your account.

 

HOW CAN I VIEW / ACCESS MY CHILDS SCHEDULE?

Once we release the schedule (Outdoor), viewing your child's schedule can be accessed by logging into PowerUp with your account. Select ‘Family Calendar’, a tab on the left of your screen. The schedule can be printed, synced to your calendar and/or emailed.

 

WHEN DOES THE SEASON KICK OFF?

The Outdoor Recreational season begins in May and runs until August, depending on the age group.

 

HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?

Greater Fort Erie Youth Soccer Club relies on the generosity of volunteer coaches for our Recreational House League soccer programs. Volunteering is a terrific way to get involved in soccer, while at the same time supporting your club and your community. If you are interested in volunteering with us, choose the VOLUNTEER NOW option in your family account in PowerUP.

 

WHAT EQUIPMENT MUST I PROVIDE FOR MY CHILD TO PLAY SOCCER?

Soccer Fun U3-U4 Outdoor Recreational Program
Children enrolled in the U3 - U4 Outdoor Recreational Program receive a jersey only. We highly recommend providing your child with shin guards. Your child may wear running shoes or cleats.  No item of jewellery may be worn on the field (medic alert jewelry is excluded). Earrings must be removed; taping of earrings is not permitted. Hard casts are not permitted. 


U6 – U18 Outdoor Recreational Program
The Greater Fort Erie Youth Soccer Club will provide a full uniform consisting of a team jersey, shorts, socks and bag. Please provide your child with shin guards (mandatory for all ages and all programs) as well as cleats (outdoor programs). No item of jewellery may be worn on the field (medic alert jewelry is excluded). Earrings must be removed; taping of earrings is not permitted. Hard casts are not permitted. 

 

HOW WILL I KNOW IF SOCCER IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER?

Throughout the season, games or practices may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Should fields or facilities be closed, the Greater Fort Erie Youth Soccer Club or your convenor will send an email to all members so they are aware ahead of game time. Make sure you have opted in for Club emails. 

 

HOW IS A PAYMENT MADE?

Online payments may be made by Visa and Mastercard only. We will accommodate payments by Cash, Cheque, or financial assistance. We DO NOT accept e-transfers or Visa Debit/Debit  cards. 

In-house registration payments are the same as the above. 

Please note, registrations are not considered complete until payment has been received.

 

IS THERE ANY KIND OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE?

Yes there is! You can contact YMCA of Niagara Pro Kids and Canadian Tire Jumpstart Foundation directly for financial assistance. Please ensure to let the soccer club know you are waiting on assistance so your child can be rostered to a team. You can do this via email at  administrator@forteriesoccer.com

 

What if my child tries soccer and does not like the sport. Can we get a refund?

Please visit our refund policy page for more information.