Ways to Play

Leagues, Tournaments, Youth Programs, Clinics, and More

WODS runs a number of recreational and competitive ultimate frisbee leagues, tournaments, programs, and clinics for adults and youth year round. WODS also supports some of the local competitive teams who practice and compete at tournaments around Ontario, Canada, and Internationally.

Visit the announcements page for up-to-date information on upcoming opportunities to play.

Adult Leagues

During a typical year, WODS runs more than ten recreational and competitive leagues for adults. See WODS-specific rules here.

Ultimate players playing hard on a field

Summer League

Played at Kiwanis Park in Kitchener from mid-May to early Sept, co-ed team leagues run on Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Games are played 7v7 with a 3:4/4:3 gender ratio (following Rule A). Hat leagues with individual registration are sometimes run on Wednesday nights.

A team circles for a huddle on a turf field at sunset

Fall League

Played outdoors on turf at Woodside Park in Kitchener from Sept to early Nov, Thursday nights are typically for co-ed team league, and Tuesday nights are for coached hat league. Games are played 7v7, similar to summer league.

Two ultimate players push to a disc that has just slipped past

Winter League

Winter 4v4 league takes place indoors at the ComDev Soccer Dome in Cambridge on Friday evenings from Jan through Apr. New for 2027, winter mixed, womens, and open 6v6 leagues will take place at Cowan Recreation Centre.

Tournaments

WODS typically hosts two full-weekend tournaments and a one day hat tournament for female or woman-matching players each year. Visit the announcements page for up-to-date information.

May Days kicks off the summer ultimate season at the end of May, avoiding the May long weekend.

Oktoberfest coincides with KW's world-famous Oktoberfest event and is usually in early Oct.

FeMForce is a female- or woman-matching indoor hat tournament usually hosted in Oct or Nov.

Youth Programs

WODS offers a variety of programs for youth ages 18 and younger. These programs are operated by volunteers who are trained and vetted to ensure a safe and healthy environment for everyone. All head coaches are NCCP certified. Visit the announcements page for up-to-date information.

Youth league participants throwing discs

Summer: Monday night youth ultimate offers a fun, non-competitive experience for players ages 3-18. Players are grouped by age, and participate in age-appropriate skill-building activities and games. Programs start at 6 or 6:30 pm on Monday evenings at Kiwanis Park, with sessions typically offered in May-Jun and July-Aug.

Fall to Spring: Ages 9-13 and 14-18 continue to learn and develop their skills. Early Fall runs outdoors Sept-Oct, with other seasons happening indoors.

School Clinics

Two programs are available for schools at a cost of $2/participant. Presenters travel to schools to provide clinics to groups of up to 30 children at a time. Clinics typically take about an hour but timing can be flexible based on scheduling needs. To book a clinic, contact youth@wods.ca.

Introduction to Ultimate

Appropriate for grades 4 through 12. Introduction to Ultimate teaches the basics of ultimate frisbee, including basic throwing and gameplay.

Introduction to Disc Sports

Appropriate for children in Junior Kindergarten through grade 3. This clinic provides an opportunity to explore play with a flying disc.

Adult Clinics

Occasional clinics are run by WODS volunteers, such as beginner learn-to-play clinics or women's skills clinics. These happen on an ad-hoc basis when fields and volunteers are available. Visit the announcements page for up-to-date information.

Competitive Touring Teams

A number of local teams regularly practice and compete at tournaments across Ontario and Canada, as well as internationally. These teams typically hold tryouts in the spring.