Vancouver Warriors Elite Academy
Experience the chance to train with NLL pros in authentic, pro-style sessions from September to April. With expert coaching, NLL rules gameplay, and exclusive experiences, it's the ultimate pathway to elevate your game.
Elite Academy features four high-level teams in each of the U11 and U13 divisions.
Our 2026.27 Elite Academy session is currently underway. Sign up to be notified when we open tryouts for next season!
About
This is Elite Academy
Coached by our very own Vancouver Warriors, Elite Academy is the perfect opportunity for athletes to develop as young players both on and off the field.
We combine technical and tactical lacrosse training while embodying Warriors Head Coach Curt Malawsky's values of commitment, sacrifice, trust, belief, and resiliency.
Program Benefits
More than Just Elite Lacrosse
Elite Academy participants get the Vancouver Warriors experience.
Elite Competitions
Hour and a half session twice a month from September to March
Gameplay Every Session
Using NLL rules
Warriors Camp Discount
Receive 20% off Warriors lacrosse camps
Pro-Led Sessions
On alternating Monday Nights (U11 and U13)
Using NLL rules
Play like the pros
Special Guest Coaches
Featured throughout the program
Championship
End of season playoffs and finals
Exclusive Rogers Arena Experiences
Do something here you’ll never forget
Exclusive Warriors Kit
Elite Academy t-shirt, shorts and pinnie
Directors
Meet the Program Directors
As the program directors, these Warriors oversee lesson planning and skill development for Elite Academy.
Curtis
Dickson
Executive Director
Adam
Charalambides
U13 Program Director
Matt
Beers
U11 Program Director
Marcus
Klarich
U11 & U13 Coach
Reece
Callies
U11 & U13 Coach
Reid
Bowering
U11 & U13 Coach
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elite Academy co-ed?
Yes. Elite Academy is a co-ed program. The top athletes in each age group are selected through tryouts and then divided into four balanced teams.
When and where does Elite Academy take place?
All Elite Academy sessions take place on Monday evenings at the Langley Events Centre.
When does the program run?
The Elite Academy season runs from September through March.
How many athletes are selected?
Each age group consists of four teams, with approximately 15 players and one goalie per team.
What happens if my child cannot attend tryouts?
If your athlete is unable to attend tryouts, please email [email protected]. All athletes wishing to be considered for the program are required to pay the tryout fee, but we will do our best to find an alternative opportunity for your athlete to be evaluated.
What age group should I register my child for?
Please register your athlete for the age group they most recently completed with their box lacrosse association. For example, if your athlete just completed their U13 season, they should register for the U13 Elite Academy division.
What days and times are the sessions?
Elite Academy sessions take place on alternating Monday evenings and are divided into two time blocks: 6–7:30 pm. and 7:30–9 pm. Your athlete’s team schedule and session times will be communicated through TeamSnap.
How much does the Elite Academy program cost and what is included?
The registration fee for the 2026/27 Elite Academy program is $895. The fee includes training sessions from September through March with Vancouver Warriors players and special guest coaches, an Elite Academy kit (dry-fit T-shirt, shorts and pinnie), a winter tournament, film sessions, a comprehensive playbook, tickets to select Vancouver Warriors home games, exclusive Rogers Arena experiences and the year-end championship.
Is Financial Assistance Available?
Yes. Through the Power to Give Foundation’s initiative to make lacrosse programming more accessible to families across British Columbia, financial assistance is available to athletes who may need support to participate in Vancouver Warriors programs. Families can apply for support through the Grant Application Form. Applications will be reviewed, and funding is subject to availability.
Contact Us
For questions about our Elite Academy Program, please send us an email.