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FC Birmingham
Birmingham Metro Premier Soccer Club
Refund Policy for Academy/Competitive U9 – U19 FC Birmingham Fees
- Initial Registration Payment
- The Initial Registration Payment is non-refundable and serves as a deposit confirming the player’s commitment to FC Birmingham. This fee is due upon registration and secures the participant’s place in the program.
- Refunds After July 1
- All club fees paid on or after July 1st of each calendar year are non-refundable, with the exception of extraordinary, significant life-altering events that are reviewed and approved solely at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
- The Board will consider refund requests only in cases where participation is no longer feasible due to major, verifiable events, such as:
- A serious medical condition or injury to the player that prevents participation for the remainder of the season (physician documentation required)
- A family relocation outside of a reasonable commuting distance to the club
- A death or major illness in the immediate family that directly affects the player’s ability to participate
- Other extraordinary, unforeseeable circumstances that result in a permanent change to the player’s living situation or physical capability to engage in team activities
Requests based on minor personal inconveniences, changes of interest, or non-essential personal matters will not be considered.
All refund decisions by the Board are final and made on a case-by-case basis.
- Administrative Fee
- If a refund is granted, a 10% administrative fee will be deducted from the approved refund amount. This fee covers processing and administrative costs incurred by the club.
- How to Request a Refund
- To submit a refund request or inquire about eligibility, please contact the club’s administration team via email at admin@fcbirmingham.com. Provide a detailed explanation of your circumstances along with any supporting documentation.
- Policy Modifications
- FC Birmingham reserves the right to amend this refund policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be communicated to members through appropriate channels in a timely manner.
Refund Policy for Grassroots
Refund Eligibility
- No refunds will be issued after the initial registration deadline for the season.
- All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the FC Birmingham Program Administration.
Refund Process
- To request a refund, participants or their legal guardians must send a written refund request to admin@fcbirmingham.com before the specified registration deadline.
- Refund requests should include the participant’s name, program details, and a brief explanation for the refund.
- Refund requests received after the registration deadline will not be considered.
Refund Amount
- All approved refunds will be subject to a 10% administration fee.
- The administration fee will be deducted from the total refundable amount.
Refund Timeline
- Refunds, if approved, will be processed within 5 business days from the date of the refund request.
- The refund will be issued using the same method as the original payment.
Exceptional Circumstances
- In cases of injury or other unforeseen circumstances preventing a participant from continuing in the program, a refund may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Documentation supporting the exceptional circumstance must be provided along with the refund request.
Cancelled Programs
In the event that FC Birmingham cancels a program before its commencement, a full refund will be issued to all registered participants.
Contact Information
For any inquiries or to submit a refund request, please contact Administration at admin@fcbirmingham.com.
By registering for the FC Birmingham program, participants and their legal guardians acknowledge and agree to abide by this refund policy.