FAQ
Summer Camp
Will programs still be running in extreme weather?
Who will be leading the camps?
All of our staff are screened/police-checked upon hiring. They are mostly university students who have a lot of sports knowledge and enthusiasm.
What should my child bring to camp?
During each day, we have two snack breaks and one lunch break. Campers should be sent with enough food to keep them energized for all of their action-packed activities along with a refillable water bottle. Our camp also has a strict nut-free policy as we want to make sure all of our campers are safe as some have allergies. Campers should be sent to camp in athletic footwear (running shoes) as well as comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. For some of our camps (ex.Nature Camp), campers will spend a large portion of their day outdoors and we do recommend they bring sunscreen, bug spray, boots as well as a change of clothes.
What if my child has exceptionalities?
We make every effort to create a safe, positive, and inclusive environment and to ensure all children enjoy their camp experience. Still, we are not designated to accommodate campers with exceptionalities. If your child has exceptionalities please speak with us before you register to determine if we are able to accommodate the specific requirements of your child.
What if my child has allergies or takes medication?
Those with allergies and medication are more than welcome to attend our camps and programs. We ask that staff are notified of any allergies and medical information upon drop off on the first day of your program. Our camps are nut free, and we have a strict no-sharing food policy in order to limit the risk of allergic reactions. Our staff are all trained on how to use an epi-pen and if your child has one, or any medication, their designated coach will have it on them at all times.
What does a typical camp day look like?
Introduction: Each day will begin with the camp leads/manager giving an introduction of all camp coaches, followed by the safety rules. They then will list some activities so each camper knows what the week will consist of.
Games: Our overall goal of the camp is to provide the most action-packed and fun day possible for the campers. Every camp that we offer has an emphasis on trying new activities and learning new skills. Throughout the day and week, campers will participate in an array of activities. For multisport camps, these activities may include soccer, football, baseball, floorball, dodgeball, and more. For Nature Camp, these may include scavenger hunts, hikes, water games, and more. For Creative Camp, activities may include acting, dancing, free play, and crafts.
Lunch/Snack: During the day, campers will have one morning snack, one afternoon snack, and a lunch break in the middle of the day. Prior to each break, campers wash their hands to reduce the spread of germs.
End of the Day: At the end of the day, campers are assisted by their coach(es) to ensure all of the items they brought with them to camp are back in their backpacks. After doing so, they are given a freezie to help them cool off after a long day of activities.
What are the camps offered?
We offer many unique camps such as our sports camps, sport-specific camp, nature, and creative camp. This means we cater to all interests and there truly is a camp for every child.
What are the behaviour expectations?
All campers who attend our programs are expected to show respect to themselves, other campers, our staff, and the facility. This is to ensure that everyone is safe and is able to enjoy their camp experience fully.
How does camp sign in and sign out work?
On your first day of camp, bring your child to the location your camp is at between 8:30 and 9:00 AM. Upon arrival, staff will be located at the sign-in table and will check you in. During this time, the staff members will ask you to confirm the designated pickup information for your child and those people are the only ones who will be able to pick up your child.
When picking up your child, you enter the building and head to the same area for sign-in during the morning. When you arrive, please state who you are picking up and make sure to have your ID with you as the staff member must check it before allowing the child to be picked up.
Can my child attend a day/week different from the registered day/week?
Camp capacity is limited, so children must attend the day and week for which they registered.
Can I get a refund for bad weather?
Unfortunately, no credit or refund can be provided for no-shows on bad weather days.
Are there fees for late pickups?
Our camps run from 9:00a.m-3:45p.m, if you require any extra time, we offer extended care from 8a.m-6p.m, with an additional charge of $12. If you are past those times, there is a fee of $20 per 15 minutes which is paid directly to the coach.
Are there any age requirements?
Children must meet the minimum camp age prior to the first day of camp to attend.
Children attending a Soccer World PA Day camp in September, October, November, or December may be three (3) IF they are in full-day JK and they are turning four (4) by December 31st.
Am I required to sign a wave? What does it contain?
A completed waiver is required in order to participate in camp. The waiver includes both an injury release, medical authorization, and photo release.
Am I allowed to make friend requests?
We do offer friend requests. Each camper is allowed to make one request for another camper who is in the same age group as them.
Locations
Where are the programs/camp ran?
During the fall and winter sessions, we run our programs out of Soccer World, Wentworth Sports Complex, and Mohawk College (Volleyball). We are running our camps out of two locations, Soccer World (104 Frid St.) and Wentworth Sports Complex (2100 Main St W), and our outdoor programs out of 10 different parks around Hamilton and the surrounding areas (Waterdown, Dundas, etc).
7v7 Outdoor (adult)
When a forfeit occurs?
A full team is 7 (6+GK). A forfeit occurs when a team is missing more than 2 players.
What’s the minimum number of female players in a COED team?
COED leagues require at least two (2) female players on the field at all times. In the absence of two female players, teams must play short as a male player may not replace a female player in a COED league. In cases where there are no women, the game is a forfeit.
What’s the Mercy Rule?
Max goals difference in a game is 5 goals.
Max goals recorded for a single player in a game is 5.
What would get me a yellow card?
Yellow cards are recorded beside the offending player on the game sheet.
The offending team must play short for 2 minutes.
What would get me a red card?
- Offending player must leave the facility. Red is noted on the game sheet and report completed after the game.
- The offending team must play short for 5 minutes.
- Players shown a Red Card are assessed penalties according to the HamOnt Sports Discipline Table.
- Players receiving a Red Card will automatically miss at least the next one (1) game.
- Two (2) Yellows = Red.
- Second sliding tackle is a Red Card offence.
- Verbal or physical abuse directed towards an official is an automatic red card and will result in additional discipline which may include ejection.
- Any player or team ejected for disciplinary purposes will forfeit all fees paid.
What Equipements should a player wear?
Shin Pads
- Mandatory shin pads (concealed by stockings or track pants), and outdoor cleats or indoor shoes
- Players not wearing shin pads must leave field immediately.
Braces & Casts
- Sport-specific (light weight, smooth, soft exterior, plastic) and (bubble) wrapped (metal and plaster) braces & casts are acceptable if they provide sufficient cushion and safety to other players.
- Aggressive, sloppy and/or dangerous play while wearing a brace or cast is not acceptable. Players wearing a brace or cast assume all liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their choice.
Jewellery
- Necklaces, bracelets and chains must be removed.
- Fitbits are allowed if they are covered with a wristband that provides sufficient padding.
- Studded earrings can be taped.
- Wedding rings can be taped or covered.
- Removal of all piercing and body jewellery is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for all players. Referees will not turn away players with taped piercings and body jewellery, however, if a player wishes to play with jewellery (however concealed) they assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their choice.
Glasses
- Active Sports Eyewear with a head strap is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for players who require corrective eyewear. Referees will not turn away players who do not have Active Sports Eyewear, however, if a player wishes to play with glasses they must have a head strap and they assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their eyewear choice.
Clothing
- Head coverings may be worn although it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED the fabric of such be elastic and tight fitting so as not to become a strangulation and/or tripping hazard. Players wearing head coverings during play assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their clothing choice. Referees will not turn away players who wear head coverings.
- Shorts, track pants and/or tights are the preferred clothing while playing soccer, however, player’s may choose to wear alternate/additional clothing during play as long as the player is clearly identifiable as to which team they belong and have their number clearly visible on their back. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that if a player wears a skirt, the length should not fall below the ankle and be appropriately designed and worn so as not to become a tripping hazard. Players wearing skirts during play assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their clothing choice. Referees will not turn away players who wear skirts.
Jerseys
- Team colours should not conflict with each other or with the referee. Goalkeepers shall wear
colours which distinguish them from each other, the other players and from the referee. - If there is a colour conflict, it is the responsibility of the home team to wear an alternate colour
or acquire pinnies from the front desk. - In playoffs, if there is a colour conflict, it is the responsibility of the lower ranked team to wear
an alternate colour or acquire pinnies.
Is there offside?
No offside rule.
Is there a maximum number of players allowed to be registered?
Teams may have up to twelve (12) registered players on the roster.
How many substitutions can a team make during a game?
Unlimited substitutions at any time in the game within 1 meter of player bench.
Can I get a refund for bad weather?
Unfortunately, no credit or refund can be provided for no-shows on bad weather days.
Can a player be added to avoid forfeit?
If a team is short players and would like to add a non-roster player in order to avoid a forfeit, that player must be a current member, with paid membership and completed waiver, and be approved by the opposing team prior to the start of the game. If a non-roster player is used without prior opposing team consent, the result is recorded as 3-0 against the team using the non-roster player.
Can a player be added after 50% of the league games have been played?
No additions to team rosters after 50% of league games have been played.
Are Sliding & Slide Tackles allowed?
Sliding to play a ball or keep it in bounds is permitted, if there is no attempt to contact an opposing player. If an opponent is close to the ball and the slide will interfere with his playing of the ball, or potentially make contact, the slide is not allowed.
As soon as one knee touches the ground, it is considered a slide.
11v11 Outdoor (adult)
When a forfeit occurs?
A full team is 11 (10+GK). A forfeit occurs when a team has less than 7 players.
What’s the Mercy Rule?
The Maximum goal difference in a game is 7 goals.
The Maximum goals recorded for a single player in a game is 5.
What would get me a red card?
- Offending player must leave the facility. Red is noted on the game sheet and report completed after the game.
- The offending team must play short for 5 minutes.
- Players shown a Red Card are assessed penalties according to the HamOnt Sports Discipline Table.
- Players receiving a Red Card will automatically miss at least the next one (1) game.
- Two (2) Yellows = Red.
- Second sliding tackle is a Red Card offence.
- Verbal or physical abuse directed towards an official is an automatic red card and will result in additional discipline which may include ejection.
- Any player or team ejected for disciplinary purposes will forfeit all fees paid.
What Equipements should a player wear?
Shin Pads
- Mandatory shin pads (concealed by stockings or track pants), and outdoor cleats or indoor shoes
- Players not wearing shin pads must leave field immediately.
Braces & Casts
- Sport-specific (light weight, smooth, soft exterior, plastic) and (bubble) wrapped (metal and plaster) braces & casts are acceptable if they provide sufficient cushion and safety to other players.
- Aggressive, sloppy and/or dangerous play while wearing a brace or cast is not acceptable. Players wearing a brace or cast assume all liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their choice.
Jewellery
- Necklaces, bracelets and chains must be removed.
- Fitbits are allowed if they are covered with a wristband that provides sufficient padding.
- Studded earrings can be taped.
- Wedding rings can be taped or covered.
- Removal of all piercing and body jewellery is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for all players. Referees will not turn away players with taped piercings and body jewellery, however, if a player wishes to play with jewellery (however concealed) they assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their choice.
Glasses
- Active Sports Eyewear with a head strap is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for players who require corrective eyewear. Referees will not turn away players who do not have Active Sports Eyewear, however, if a player wishes to play with glasses they must have a head strap and they assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their eyewear choice.
Clothing
- Head coverings may be worn although it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED the fabric of such be elastic and tight fitting so as not to become a strangulation and/or tripping hazard. Players wearing head coverings during play assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their clothing choice. Referees will not turn away players who wear head coverings.
- Shorts, track pants and/or tights are the preferred clothing while playing soccer, however, player’s may choose to wear alternate/additional clothing during play as long as the player is clearly identifiable as to which team they belong and have their number clearly visible on their back. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that if a player wears a skirt, the length should not fall below the ankle and be appropriately designed and worn so as not to become a tripping hazard. Players wearing skirts during play assume all responsibility and liability to the safety of themselves and all other participants as a result of their clothing choice. Referees will not turn away players who wear skirts.
Jerseys
- Team colours should not conflict with each other or with the referee. Goalkeepers shall wear
colours which distinguish them from each other, the other players and from the referee. - If there is a colour conflict, it is the responsibility of the home team to wear an alternate colour
or acquire pinnies from the front desk. - In playoffs, if there is a colour conflict, it is the responsibility of the lower ranked team to wear
an alternate colour or acquire pinnies.
Is there offside?
No offside rule.
Is there a maximum number of players allowed to be registered?
Teams may have up to twenty-four (24) registered players on the roster.
How many substitutions can a team make during a game?
Unlimited substitutions on goal kicks, team’s own throw-ins, after a goal.
Teams can piggyback on opposing teams substitutions.
Can I get a refund for bad weather?
Unfortunately, no credit or refund can be provided for no-shows on bad weather days.
Can a player be added to avoid forfeit?
If a team is short players and would like to add a non-roster player in order to avoid a forfeit, that player must be a current member, with paid membership and completed waiver, and be approved by the opposing team prior to the start of the game. If a non-roster player is used without prior opposing team consent, the result is recorded as 3-0 against the team using the non-roster player.
Can a player be added after 50% of the league games have been played?
No additions to team rosters after 50% of league games have been played.
Are Sliding & Slide Tackles allowed?
Sliding to play a ball or keep it in bounds is permitted, if there is no attempt to contact an opposing player. If an opponent is close to the ball and the slide will interfere with his playing of the ball, or potentially make contact, the slide is not allowed.
As soon as one knee touches the ground, it is considered a slide.
Youth Programs
What equipment does my child need for their program?
For our programs, unless another type of footwear is specified, classic running shoes are mandatory to participate. Some programs require equipment that others do not, if you are unsure of which equipment you need, please refer to the chart below or contact us at 905-521-8750.
| Program | Equipment |
| Soccer Classes | Running shoes |
| Skills Classes | Soccer cleats (optional but recommended), shin guards (optional but recommended) |
| Soccer Leagues | Soccer cleats, shin guards |
| Baseball Classes (2-4 yrs) | |
| Baseball Classes (5-6 yrs) | Baseball glove |
| Little League | Baseball glove, helmet and bat |
| Intro Flag Football | Outdoor cleats (optional, but recommended), football gloves (optional but recommended) |
| Jr. Flag Football | Outdoor cleats (optional, but recommended), football gloves (optional but recommended) |
| Intermediate Flag Football | Outdoor cleats (optional, but recommended), football gloves (encouraged, not required) |
| Senior Flag Football | Outdoor cleats (optional, but recommended), football gloves (encouraged, not required) |
| Varsity Flag Football | Outdoor cleats (optional, but recommended), football gloves (encouraged, not required) |
Can I make a coach request?
Coaches are predominantly College & University students with ever-changing schedules. We ask our coaches to commit for the full season but this is not always possible and occasionally coaches will change mid-session.
Coaches are assigned to our programs based on availability, experience, and program needs. Assignments are done just before each new session. You may request a specific coach but it can never be guaranteed.
Can I get a refund for bad weather?
Unfortunately, no credit or refund can be provided for no-shows on bad weather days.
Are there make-up classes?
Missed classes (2-6 years) may be made-up within the session. Make-up classes are offered as a courtesy and are based on availability. They must be pre-arranged with the office so the coach is prepared and to ensure the class has space. Make-up clinics and games are not possible.
Am I required to sign a wave? What does it contain?
A completed waiver is required in order to participate in camp. The waiver includes both an injury release, medical authorization, and photo release.
Am I allowed to make friend requests?
We do offer friend requests. Each camper is allowed to make one request for another camper who is in the same age group as them.
Have more questions?