A GREAT WAY TO START YOUR FOOTBALL CAREER

Flag Football is a great way to enjoy all the thrills and benefits of football, without the physical contact of Tackle Football.  The key difference in the game is that players do not wear traditional football equipment, and instead of bringing a ball carrier to the ground by ‘tackling’ them, all players wear two flags.  When a defender detaches a flag from the ball carrier’s belt, the play stops.  We play 5-players on the field at a time.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Players will be taught the rules of the game, and proper football techniques.  They will also be taught and expected to improve their agility & physical strength through stretching, running, and other exercises.  They will learn progressively more complex team formations and ‘plays,’ all of which are a terrific introduction to the game of football.  The health benefits gained from playing football range from cardiovascular endurance, agility, increased hand eye coordination and creating lifelong bonds with fellow teammates.

2025 Season

  • Start Date: March 30, 2025
  • End Date: June 8, 2025

Important Dates:

  • March 30, 2025: Combine @ GVAP 9am-12pm
  • April 4, 2025: Practice Starts @ Fulton 5pm-7 pm
  • June 6, 2025: Last Practice @ Fulton 5pm-7pm
  • April 6, 2025: 1st Game Sunday @ GVAP 9am -12 noon
  • June 8, 2025: Last Game Sunday @ GVAP 9am -12 noon
  • No Football on May Long Weekend

Season Details:

  • Practices: U10, U12, & U14 Fridays @ Fulton 5pm-7pm
  • Games: Sundays @ GVAP 9am -12 noon

Please note that when choosing an age group when registering the “U” means “Under”. The registration platform will only allow registration in the age group based on your child’s date of birth:

U10 Born between January 01, 2016 and December 31, 2018

U12 Born between January 01, 2014 and December 31, 2015

U14 Born between January 01, 2012 and December 31, 2013

2025 FLAG REGISTRATION

All age groups , One Great Price!

Season Price

$220.00 (includes $59.91 for insurance, membership & other fees)

Registration Closes: March 30, 2025

*  Flag season now includes the mandatory use of Softshell Helmets, $100.00 equipment deposit will be required upon receipt of these to the players *

REGISTER HERE

PLAYSMART

  • All VDMFA Coaches are fully trained and certified in accordance with Football Canada’s guidelines which results in smart practices and smart game play.
  • Accreditations include; NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program), Safe Contact as well as additional educational and coaching programs.
  • Education and awareness are key to VDMFA coaches, medical personnel, volunteers and families.

PLAYSAFE

  • Flag Football is a great way to enjoy all the thrill and benefit of football, without the physical contact of Tackle Football. Advancements in the game have been specifically geared towards players safety ensures a safe playing environment.
  • VDMFA provides athletes with mouth guards and newly approved soft helmets to protect them at game time as well as at every practice.
  • The key difference in the game is all players wear two flags and when a defender detaches a flag from the ball carrier’s belt, the play stops.
  • Trained medical personnel are at every practice as well as games to help support players safety and we abide by Football Canada’s strict concussion protocols in the event of any type of head contact.

PLAYFLAGFOOTBALL

  • VDMFA prides itself on building community, teamwork, cooperation and respect, we are committed to building community athletes and leaders.
  • Flag Football is a safe, affordable sport providing kids with a variety of skills & abilities to be a part of a team.
  • The health benefits gained from playing flag football range from cardiovascular endurance, agility, hand eye coordination and creating life long bonds with fellow teammates.
  • Football provides kids with life skills, character and a sense of belonging.