Power Soccer
Interested in Power Soccer?
We currently have programs in Vancouver, Surrey, Nanaimo, Penticton, and are still looking to expand. We are always looking for more athletes, officials, volunteers, and sponsors. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Want to compete or attend programs using your own gear? Check out our metal guard loan program!
What Is Power Soccer?
Power Soccer is a fast-paced, competitive sport for people with disabilities using power chairs. It is a modified version of able-bodied soccer, where special foot guards attached to the power chairs are used to hit an oversized soccer ball. The ball is maneuvered around the gym with the objective to score between two goal posts. Power soccer is played in teams with three players and a goalie on the floor for each team at a time. Participants need to be able to operate a power wheelchair in a safe manner to participate. Daily chairs or Strike Force chairs are welcome in all programs, camps, and tournaments.
Opportunities to Participate in Power Soccer
Participation in BC is open to all ages, abilities, and skill levels. Weekly programs are offered throughout the province. Each program can provide equipment support for those new to the sport, those facing financial barriers to participate in sport, or for those who participate recreationally. Equipment does not include a power wheelchair. For athletes seeking skill development opportunities outside of their weekly programming, development camps and tournaments are offered throughout the season by SportAbility and our program partners – check out our events here. A BC Provincial Team is selected each season for athletes seeking a competitive pathway. For more information on high performance opportunities, please contact us.
Can’t find a program near you? Then contact us to let us know you are interested in participating! Our goal is to provide access to sport for all British Columbians with physical disabilities.
Interested in bringing sport to your students, clients, participants, children, or athletes? SportAbility offers opportunities for people who have and use power chairs to try Power Soccer. Check out our Community Engagement page for more information
In need of equipment? Contact us to learn more about our equipment loan program.
POWER SOCCER PROGRAMS (CLICK TO VIEW)
| Club | Location | Manager | Practice | Contact Details | Program Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Lightning | Vancouver Killarney Recreation Centre | Margaret McLeod | Programs postponed until further notice. | (604) 251-2030 m.mcleod@telus.net Cost: $90 Annual Membership for September to June | A recreational, registered club program for people who use power chairs. This program is open to all ages, abilities, and skill levels to learn and practice the fundamentals of Power Soccer through fun games and drills |
| Okanagan Thunderchairs | Kelowna Parkinson Recreation Centre | Cathy Cunningham | Programs postponed until further notice. | (250) 809-7580 c.cunningham@shaw.ca Cost: $50 for the full season, tax receipt available for $40 of that | A recreational, registered club program for people who use power chairs. This program is open to all ages, abilities, and skill levels to learn and practice the fundamentals of Power Soccer through fun games and drills. |
| Nanaimo Nitro | Nanaimo Oliver Woods Community Centre | April Plasteras | Programs postponed until further notice. | eyelandliving@shaw.ca | A recreational, registered club program for people who use power chairs. This program is open to all ages, abilities, and skill levels to learn and practice the fundamentals of Power Soccer through fun games and drills. |
| Surrey | Surrey Cloverdale Recreation Centre | City of Surrey program | Programs postponed until further notice. | More info | A registered program for people who use power chairs. This program is open to all ages, abilities, and skill levels to learn and practice the fundamentals of Power Soccer through fun games and drills. |
| Chilliwack | Chilliwack Vedder Middle School | Chilliwack School District | Stay tuned for 2021 dates. | Cheryl Vinchoff cheryl_vinchoff@sd33.bc.ca | A recreational after school program for youth and children who use power chairs of all ages and abilities. Participants will learn and practice the fundamentals of Power Soccer through fun games and drills. |
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