lacrosse for schools

LACROSSE FOR SCHOOLS

Fusion West’s Lacrosse For Schools program is designed to engage young students in the game of lacrosse and teach the Indigenous history of the sport.

Our goal is to foster a love of the sport through gym class lacrosse sessions in hopes of boosting local organization registration numbers. Fusion provides the coaches and equipment for each class and follows a proven curriculum to make sure each student is learning the sport in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment.

We have since had programs in over 50 elementary across BC; including the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island and Thompson Okanagan.

testimonials

"We want to thank you for facilitating an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity for many of our classes. The students thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and they are now playing lacrosse outside at lunch.

Thank you for sharing your expertise and allowing students to learn about a new sport!"

-Bert Edwards Science and Technology School
March 2025

"A huge thank you to Fusion West Lacrosse for visiting our school and running fantastic taster sessions for our grade and high school students!

The sessions were fun, engaging, and packed with great skills and knowledge. Our students had an amazing time and learned so much. We appreciate your energy, expertise, and passion for the sport!"

-Whistler Waldorf School
April 2025

"It was an amazing opportunity for our students to learn about lacrosse and try out a new sport.

The coach kept the students on task and engaged the whole time. It was a huge success across all grades!

We would highly recommend any school to bring this program into their school. Great job and huge thanks to the organizers!"

-Rutland Elementary School
February 2025

"Having Fusion West come was a highlight of the month for our students!

They learned new skills, and many were inspired to take what they learned outside.

We hope that they continue to practice the sport and are encouraged to join Penticton Minor Lacrosse Association!"

-Okanagan Falls Elementary
February 2025

"What a great introduction to a sport that is essential to our country. The lesson was engaging, fun, and gave my students a glimpse into the sport. Many want to try it now.

Fantastic! Coach Alex taught a ton of skills in an organized and super engaging way. The students loved it!!

Super organized, loved how fun it was. Engaging, skill development was beautifully scaffolded, and the students felt lots of success which grabbed their attention."

-Giant's Head Elementary School's Educators
February 2025

"Ten-Broeck in Abbotsford BC was blown away by the instructor Alex and his ability to motivate and encourage students to be fully engaged in all of the activities.

Alex was amazing with the students and adapted activities to age related. We liked Alex’s relationship with students and his calmness.

Most students have not had lacrosse lessons before and a lot of schools do not have the equipment."

-Ten-Broeck Elementary
January 2025

"Thank you Fusion West Lacrosse and Build Fitness. What an amazing opportunity for the kids. Staff highly enjoyed sitting back, watching and learning! The kids were engaged and had so much fun.

The kids loved Coach Quinn and she was great with the kids; teaching the basics, talking about the history of lacrosse and making it fun!

Without grants and opportunities like these a lot of schools would not be able to experience things like this so thank you from all of us at West Heights Elementary."

-West Heights Elementary
January 2025

"This was a great school based activity that suited all our age groups as well as our students with diverse learning needs.

Thanks for a fun couple of days."

-Hillcrest Elementary School (Salmon Arm)
January 2025

"I would like to extend a hearty thank you to the Lacrosse For Schools program grant and it's sponsors.

I have heard feedback both from staff and students that it was both well run and a lot of fun. I overheard some of our students mention that they were planning on attending the local Lacrosse team practice that we host in our school.

I hope that it has supported the growth of Lacrosse in Salmon Arm."

-Heather Gobbett
Principal Bastian Elementary
January 2025

"It was a unique opportunity for our students to learn a new sport, develop teamwork skills, and experience the excitement of lacrosse in a fun, supportive environment.

Many of our students experienced Lacrosse for the first time, and Alex did an outstanding job introducing them to the game.

We are grateful for this experience, which left a lasting impact on our students and sparked new interest in the sport of lacrosse."

-Chelsea Elliott
Principal Semá:th Elementary
November 2024

"The kids had a blast learning lacrosse. They were always moving and very engaged with the variety of activities provided."

-Jason Jones
St. Catherine's School

“The Fusion staff went above and beyond to make the activities engaging and inclusive for all of our students.

The staff were reliable, fun and knowledgeable and accommodating when we had to cancel for a snow day!

It was a great experience and we would highly recommend this program to other schools!”

-Tara Miletich
Cameron Elementary

"I think it is a great program, we've had it many times at the school and staff and students are always eager to have it back. It's very engaging, extremely well-run and takes the needs of all learners into consideration. Staff commented that our coach this year (Quinn) was exceptionally great."

Queen Alexandra Elementary

September 12th, 2025

"The program was great. Kids were engaged and loved to go. Instruction was great and the kids got to play and develop skills not normally part of the PE program... Fusion West Lacrosse provided an amazing program to the students at Marlborough. The kids were engaged and energized by the program!"

Marlborough Elementary

September 22nd - October 10th, 2025

"It was amazing. Lots of great feedback from the teachers!... The kids really enjoyed learning new skills. Especially kids who might not ever get the chance."

Webster’s Corner Elementary

November 25th, 2025

"It was honestly fantastic. The kids were moving and engaged. The players who came to teach were happy to be there and sparked excitement for the students... There were enough materials for everyone. They had their hands on practice as soon as they walked in the gym.
kids were up and moving the whole time."

Roy Stibbs Elementary

November 3rd-7th, 2025

"Was a superbly ran program by Coach Quinn. The kids loved it and there was clear progression from the first session on Monday until the final session on Friday. Coaching the key skills early in the week allowed them to play games by the end of the week and implement these skills in a fun and safe way. I would highly recommend this to any school... I appreciated the cultural link to the indigenous people and Coach Quinn was excellent in her student engagement and coaching."

- John McGarvey

St. Patrick Elementary School

January 26th-30th, 2026

one-day grants

Thank you Build Fitness for helping us create the One-Day Grant program, which helps schools with limited funding introduce lacrosse to their classrooms.

This initiative was made possible by Michael Pahl, owner of Build Fitness and a passionate member of the lacrosse community. His support has been instrumental in helping Lacrosse For Schools achieve its mission to #GrowtheGame in British Columbia.

We are currently seeking sponsors to ensure the continuation of this program. If you are interested in supporting us, please contact us HERE.

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