FAQs
What does BTB stand for and why that name?
Born To Be! We selected the name because we believe that everyone that was put on this earth has a purpose. We are here to help them grow as people, and hopefully we can help them find their purpose whether its in soccer or other things.
When did BTB officially start?
BTB started in 2013 as an initiative to get kids in the Edmonton communities to come together to have fun, make new friends, improve their fitness and learn new soccer skills. BTB started as a supplementary program that was running in the summer and winter once per week. BTB also started doing summer camps in 2015 to keep the children and youth busy during the summer months when school was out. This initiative has become one of our most successful event every summer.
Does BTB play in a league? When did BTB join the league?
BTB plays in the Edmonton Inter-district Youth Soccer Association League with other clubs in the Edmonton and surrounding areas. BTB joined the EIYSA league March 2021.
What types of programs does BTB provide?
BTB provides grassroot programs ages 4 - 8, Development programs ages 9 - 12, Competitive programs ages 13 - 17, High Performance programs ages 13 - 17, Adult High Performance programs Ages 16 - 21.
Does BTB provide a Female program?
Yes. BTB is in the process of building a female program from the grassroots. BTB currently has female players ages 4 - 10 in the academy. We are looking for female players ages 4 - 12 to join our full time program as we continue to build. BTB is actively looking for female coaches to join and help us lead these programs.
Does BTB provide supplementary programs? Are these programs available to any player outside of BTB?
Yes. BTB provides supplementary programs such as the Skill Development Training, Position Development Training, All-Abilities Training (players with intellectual and/or physical disabilities). All our supplementary programs are available to all BTB players and also players that are not part of our club. These trainings are to provide an extra training for the players than what they already receive.
Does BTB have licensed coaches?
BTB has one of the highest ratio of licensed coaches in Alberta. The High Performance teams have head coaches that have Canada Soccer Association National B or National Youth License. The competitive teams have head coaches that are a minimum CSA National C license. Our grassroots program is led by 2 coaches that are in training for the CSA National Children’s License, and a 3rd coach that is Central Africa Federation “A” licensed. Our Adult program is led by coaches with CAF “A” license, CSA National license, and by former professional players.
What other development opportunities does BTB provide?
BTB provides extra programs for the High Performance teams as part of their program. BTB provides sport psychology, strength & conditioning training, sport nutrition and rehabilitation for the athletes for them to develop at the highest level. Competitive teams have an option for these programs at a cost.
Why is the cost for the High Performance stream higher than the competitive stream?
The High Performance stream train more and are involved in more player development trainings such as sport psychology, strength and conditioning, sport nutrition and video analysis program.
Can competitive teams get the same as the high performance teams?
Yes. For an extra cost the competitive players will be able to participate in the player development trainings.
What does the registration fees go towards?
EIYSA League Fees
Indoor Facility Rental
Outdoor Facility Rental
Staff & Club Administration
Technical Coaches
Coaching Stipends
Volunteer Appreciation Gifts
Sponsorship Appreciation
Team Equipment
Referee Costs
Office Supplies
Strength & Conditioning
Sport Psychology, Sport Nutrition (HP teams)
Video System Veo Subscription (HP Teams)
Player Training Gear
Player Jerseys
Coaching Education
Coaching Gear
Website and Technology
Marketing/Advertising
Club Banquet (Awards night)
Miscellaneous League Costs
Club Office Space