Events and Clinics

The Pemberton Youth Soccer Association hosts a range of fun and community-focused events each year, including our annual Jamboree, Gear Swap, and Bike to Soccer Month. These events are designed to support player development, encourage sustainability, and strengthen connections among local families.

Gear Swap

This year’s Gear Swap will take place across two dates -

Wednesday, September 10 and Saturday, September 13.

Sort through your closets and bring any outgrown or oversized gear to swap for better-fitting options. Even if you don’t have items to bring, you’re still welcome to take what you need. No cash, just kindness - it’s all about community. Remaining gear will be held by Pemberton Youth Soccer Association to help families who need it throughout the year, or be saved to stock next year’s event.

✔ Take what you need - no questions asked.

Whether or not you brought anything to donate, you are welcome to pick up items that your family can use.

✔ Leave what you don’t need.

If you have extra gear in good condition, feel free to drop it off for others to use.

❌ No cash - just kindness.

Everything is free. This event is about supporting each other and building community.

ℹ️ What happens to leftover gear?

Any unclaimed items will be held by the Pemberton Youth Soccer Association to support families in need throughout the year or to help stock next year’s event.

Bike to Soccer

The Challenge is Back!

For the third year, we’re challenging Pemberton families to Bike to Soccer between Monday, September 15 – Saturday, October 11. Warm up those soccer muscles, enjoy the fresh air, and build lifelong healthy habits, one pedal stroke at a time!

This year, it’s team vs. team in a virtual race to Kamloops (268 km), with a mega club-wide goal to collectively reach Alaska together (1,350 km).

Know before you go! Find bike safety tips and more at GoByBikeBC

🏆 How to Participate:

Bike THREE (or more!) times to soccer during the challenge.
Log your ride using the Google Form
Earn a pizza slice voucher from Pemberton’s favourite - Backcountry Pizza!

🍕 Prizes:

Pizza Power! - Complete 3 or more rides and receive 1 FREE slice of pizza from Backcountry Pizza.

Photo Contest - Share your “Bike to Soccer” moment using #PembertonYouthSoccer for a chance to win a large pizza for your family.
Team Distance - The team that bikes the longest distance will win one large pizza to share.
Style Points - Decorate your bike, wear team colours, or ride in costume. Share your moment on social media to go in the draw to win a prize.

🙌 Acknowledgment:

Huge thanks to Backcountry Pizza for fueling the fun, and to all the families building a healthier, greener Pemberton!

Jamboree

Join Us for the Annual Pemberton Youth Soccer Jamboree!

Each year in early May, Pemberton Youth Soccer hosts a high-energy Jamboree weekend for players in the U6 to U12 age groups. This fun-filled event is all about skill-building, teamwork, and making great memories on the field.

We're thrilled to welcome back the talented coaches from the European Football School (EFS) in Vancouver, who will be leading age-specific clinics throughout the weekend. Their passion and expertise bring an exciting, professional edge to the event.

A huge thank-you to our generous sponsor, Pemberton Valley Lodge, for supporting youth soccer in our community!

Want a glimpse of the action? Check out the highlights from 2023 in this Pique Newsmagazine article.

Freedom to Play

Each spring, we welcome Bart Choufour back to Pemberton! As the founder of Freedom to Play, Bart brings a player-centered approach that focuses on skill, creativity, and enjoyment. His energy and expertise continue to support our volunteer coaches in developing their skills to better serve our youth.

Bart has led Freedom to Play workshops for PYSA coaches and volunteers. Thanks to everyone who joined us in the past for a great evening of learning and connection!