Learn to Play

Ultimate is easy to learn, and you don’t need a team or prior experience to get started. Choose a one-time clinic, a six-week camp, or our season-long Beginner Club—then explore the many opportunities to play.

This page is for adults 19+. Click here for youth programs

SUMMER · SEASON-LONG DEVELOPMENT

Adult Beginner Club

Build your skills, learn the game, and meet other new players with regular coaching throughout a full season.

Best forBeginner players who want regular coaching alongside a full season.
Typical commitmentOne two-hour practice each week for 15 weeks.
SeasonMay–August. Registration opens in April.
What you’ll learnThrowing, catching, offensive and defensive movement, rules, and Spirit of the Game.

Explore Beginner Club

SIX-WEEK PROGRAMS

Boot Camps

Develop your skills and strategy through coached instruction, drills, and games. Beginner and intermediate options are offered throughout the year.

ProgramRunsLocationRegistration opens
Spring Beginner Boot CampMarch–AprilVancouverFebruary
Spring Intermediate Boot CampMarch–AprilVancouverFebruary
Summer Beginner Boot CampJuly–SeptemberVancouverJune
Summer Intermediate Boot CampJuly–SeptemberVancouverJune
Fall Beginner Boot CampOctober–NovemberVancouverSeptember
Fall Intermediate Boot CampOctober–NovemberVancouverSeptember

FREE WITH SELECT LEAGUES

Beginner Clinics

Try a focused two-hour introduction before your season begins. Clinics are free for registered players in the leagues listed below.

LeagueClinic monthCityRegistration opens
Winter Turf LeagueJanuaryVancouverNovember
Winter Grass LeagueJanuaryVancouverNovember
Summer League in VancouverAprilVancouverMarch
Summer Hat League in BurnabyAprilBurnabyMarch
Fall Grass LeagueSeptemberVancouverAugust
Fall Turf LeagueSeptemberVancouverAugust

Exact dates and registration instructions are posted on each league page. Team captains receive clinic details after registration closes.

What You’ll Need

You don’t need much to play—comfortable athletic clothing and running shoes are enough to get started. For the best experience, we recommend bringing:

  • Cleats (generally soccer cleats will do)
  • A light shirt and a dark shirt
  • A filled water bottle and snacks
  • Sunscreen and bugspray in the summer
  • Layers for cooler weather in the fall and winter

Looking to gear up? We’ve got you covered with discounted apparel and gear!

More ways to get started

Our Getting Started guide covers the rules, basic skills, and different ways to play. You can also browse adult leagues or use the Matchmaker to connect with a team. 

 

If you’d like to try a tournament, Shades n’ Hats is a welcoming summer event where you can register as an individual, meet new teammates, and play several games in one day.

Questions?

Not sure where to start? Contact us, and we’ll be glad to help!