Outdoor Registration
We’re excited to welcome players and families back for the 2026 outdoor season! Save 10% on U7-U19 CMSA registration fees until January 28th! Registration closes March 9th.
Our Programs
To learn more about Blizzard SC programming, click on any of the programs below, or explore our program planning guide.
U4-U6: Roots
U7-U9: Roots
U10-U13: Core
U14-U19: Reach
Understanding Registration
How to Register
All registrations are completed through our PowerUp Sports system. If you are new to Blizzard, please create a parent account and player profile for each athlete. If you have registered previously, simply log in using your existing account.
Register here: calgaryblizzard.powerupsports.com
Locations
Our primary outdoor training location is Heidelberg Park (formerly Inland Park).
Additional training and technical sessions take place across Northwest Calgary, including:
Rockyridge, Panorama, Varsity, Dalhousie, Edgemont, Valley Ridge, and Springbank.
For our Blizzard in the Community (U4–U9) program, sessions are also offered in neighbourhood locations such as Kincora, Nolan Hill, Valley Ridge, and Sage Hill–making it easy for young players to get started close to home.
You can learn more about our outdoor facilities here.
Practice Times & Schedules
League games are scheduled by the Calgary Minor Soccer Association (CMSA) and take place at fields across the city. Training schedules and final field allocations are shared once the CMSA league schedule is released each spring – we appreciate your patience as we coordinate this process!
Training times vary by age group and program:
Weekdays: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Weekends: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Older age groups will utilize early morning training times where appropriate.
Payment
Registration fees are due at the time of registration.
Technical fees are adjusted based on your child’s final team placement (tier)
Payment plans are available during registration
Financial support is available through KidSport and Jumpstart
If you have questions about payment options, please contact:
admin@calgaryblizzard.com
Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change. We encourage all families to review our refund policy prior to registering to understand timelines and eligibility.
Volunteering
Calgary Blizzard SC is built on the support of our community. Parent volunteers play a key role in helping us deliver a positive, high-quality experience for all players.
A $100 volunteer deposit is collected at registration. Once your family completes a minimum of 5 approved volunteer hours, this amount is credited back to your player’s PowerUp account.
Volunteer opportunities are posted throughout the season via our SignUp system and include a variety of roles to fit different schedules and interests.
In addition, each team relies on volunteers to support day-to-day operations. If you’re interested, please connect with your team’s coach at the start of the season. Common team roles include:
Assistant Coach
Team Manager
Tournament Coordinator
Fundraising Coordinator
Team Treasurer
No technical soccer experience is required – just a willingness to be involved!
Training Philosophy
The Orange Way
At Calgary Blizzard, our approach to player development is guided by #TheOrangeWay – our club’s in-house training philosophy. Built around the four key moments of the game – attacking, defending, and the transitions between them, The Orange Way helps players understand not just how to play, but why.
We focus on:
Attacking Organization – creating and building play
Defensive Organization – structure and discipline without the ball
Attacking Transition – quick, confident play when we win possession
Defensive Transition – immediate reaction when possession is lost
This framework gives players a clear, consistent understanding of the game at every stage of their development.
Our curriculum is reviewed and refined each year to reflect the evolving modern game – ensuring our players are always learning relevant, effective, and progressive football.
How We Develop Players
Our training environment is designed to build complete players. That means developing:
Technical ability (comfort and quality on the ball)
Tactical understanding (decision-making and game awareness)
Physical confidence (movement, coordination, and athleticism)
Above all, we want players to feel confident, creative, and capable every time they step on the field.
Technical Training vs. Skill Training
You’ll often hear us refer to both “Technical” sessions and “Skill” sessions. While they’re closely connected, each serves a different purpose in a player’s development.
Technical Sessions
Technical sessions focus on how we play as a team. Players learn:
Passing, receiving, and movement within our game model
Positioning and decision-making in realistic game situations
How to apply their skills under pressure
These sessions often include opposed, game-like scenarios to help players translate training into match performance.
Skill Sessions
Skill sessions focus on the individual relationship with the ball. Players work on:
Dribbling and close control
Running with the ball at speed
Quick changes of direction and creativity
Confidence using all surfaces of the foot
The goal is simple: more comfort, more confidence, and more creativity on the ball.
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No – this field is optional.
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Higher tiers include additional technical training sessions and carry a greater competitive commitment.
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Players are automatically placed in their appropriate age group. You may request to play up during registration, and our technical committee will evaluate the request carefully.
Should you want this to be considered, please include that in the “player preference” section.
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Online registration accepts credit card only. If you require alternate payment arrangements, please contact the registrar.
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The facility fee supports the ongoing maintenance and sustainability of the Shouldice Indoor Facility, ensuring our athletes have access to high-quality training space.
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Email info@calgaryblizzard.com to discuss availability.
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For grassroots and Tier IV and below, we do our best to accommodate friend requests.
For Tier I–III teams, placements are based on ability and development needs.
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Only fully registered players (or those with payment arrangements) may be evaluated.