Frequently Asked Questions (With Answers)

When does the next season start?

Our next season will be Spring 2026 and the programs and leagues begin on May 1st 2026

Is there more than one season?

Yes, we have a spring season which runs from May to July and afall season which runs from August to November. Our 2026 calendar will look like this

  • Season 1: Spring 2026 (May to July 2026)
  • Season 2: Fall 2026 - (August to November 2026) - Coming Soon
  • 2026 Summer Camps are in various weeks throughout July and August - Coming Soon

When can I register?

Registration is open for the Spring 2026 session of our kids soccer programs.

What is your refund policy?

You can register with confidence! We know that it can be hard for parents to plan their kid's activities months in advance. As long as you withdraw more the 14 days before the start of the program, we will issue a full refund.

How can I pay?

Registration is online and you can pay by credit card, Interac, or e-transfer.

Is Li'l Sambas a new program?

This will be the sixth[year of Li'l Sambas The first Li'l Sambas program was summer 2021. Li'l Sambas is brought to you by Ottawa Footy Sevens (Ottawa's most popular coed soccer league) and our coaching team.

Footy Sevens have been organising adult recreational soccer leagues in Ottawa since 2009 and Li'l Sambas Ottawa kicked off on the Immaculata High School field in spring 2021.

Are there tryouts?

No, we do not have tryouts for our leagues and programs - everyone plays!

Is it suitable for children who are relatively new to soccer?

Absolutely! Our programs and league are inclusive and are designed to be a welcoming and fun environment for all kids regardless of their experience. Whether you are looking for a beginners soccer program or something for a boy or girl who has played before, we are confident that Li'l Sambas has the right program for you. Is it suitable for children who are relatively new to soccer?What are the age groups? 

What are the age groups? 

We offer 4 different age groups - Wee Copas for children born in 2020, 2021 and 2022 (pre-school), Jabulanis for children born in 2018 and 2019 (grades 1 and 2 at school), Tangos for children born in 2017 and 2028 (grades 3 and 4 at school), Aztecas for grades 5,6 and 7 at school). Each program has a different curiculum to the other age-groups, but we offer each age group on multiple days and times. We also offer different age-groups at the same time and same location to make life easy for parents with kids of different ages.

Do the kids have to travel to other fields to play other teams?

No, our children's soccer programs are self-contained and your child's team will be playing against other teams that are part of the LI'l Sambas program, at the same venue each week,

How do I find my receipt for my tax return?

To find your payment and receipts for any program.

  1. Login
  2. Click on "PROFILE" in the top menu (click on the button marked "Top" if you are on a phone)
  3. In your profile, cick on "Payments and Receipts" to display a list of your receipts.
  4. Click on the arrow beside any payment and select "Download Receipt".

What happens if programs have to be shortened or cancelled due to COVID-19 measures?

Obviously, we don't know what the future holds in terms of further Provincial or local COVID-19 measures or shutdowns. If we have to postpone due to a mandated closure, we'll always try to get all of the games or sessions played at a later date. However, if this isn't possible we guarantee that REFUNDS FOR ALL REMAINING GAMES WILL BE ISSUED. We will not be forcing parents to keep the balance on credit, refunds will be issued if requested. Generally, the Li'l Sambas programs will resume once the facility reopens and the season may finish a week or two later.

 

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