Hockey and ringette lessons
Hockey and ringette lessons
Learn to play hockey and ringette. We'll teach you the basic fundamentals of the game focusing on skating, drills and non-competitive scrimmages. Lessons are at select arenas only.
Benefits of hockey and ringette lessons
- Build self-confidence
- Improve muscular strength, bone density, cardiovascular health and overall flexibility
- Enhance coordination, balance and body awareness
- Learn how to be a team player in a non-competitive supportive environment
- Make friends with a like-minded interest
- Learn a new lifelong activity
Winter registration dates
- 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.)
- 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1)
- During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility
Types of hockey and ringette lessons
You can register online, in person at our Aquatic facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800 (option 1).
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Girls will learn the basics of hockey through drills, activities and scrimmages in this non-competitive program. Players will improve their skating skills and learn how to pass, shoot and handle the puck. Open to anyone who identifies as female.
Age: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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Goalies of all ages will get extra practice time on the ice to further their skills. Although there are no dedicated goalie drills or lessons, players with similar skills from hockey lessons will take shots for you to practice stopping, catching and handling the puck. Open to anyone who identifies as female.
Age: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop in goalie equipment.
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Kids will learn the basics of hockey through drills, activities and scrimmages in this non-competitive program. Players will improve their skating skills and learn how to pass, shoot and handle the puck.
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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Goalies of all ages will get extra practice time on the ice to further their skills. Although there are no dedicated goalie drills or lessons, players with similar skills from hockey lessons will take shots for you to practice stopping, catching and handling the puck.
Ages: 6+
Prerequisite: Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop in goalie equipment.
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In this single lesson, kids will take part in drills and activities that will improve their hockey puck control and shooting skills.
Age: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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In this single lesson, kids will improve skating skills specific to hockey that will help them become faster and more controlled on the ice.
Age: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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Through drills and scrimmages, kids will learn the rules of ringette and basic skills like shooting and passing.
Age: 6 - 15 years
Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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You will learn the rules of ringette and basic skills through drills and scrimmages.
Age: 16+
Prerequisite: Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop.
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Goalies will get extra practice time on the ice to further their skills. Although there are no dedicated goalie drills or lessons, players with similar skills from ringette lessons will take shots for you to improve.
Age: 6+
Prerequisite: Must be able to skate forwards, backwards and stop in goalie equipment.
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Through drills, activities and scrimmages, you will learn the basics of sledge hockey. These non-competitive lessons are open to all individuals and focus on inclusivity and teamwork. Sled and stick will be provided.
Ages: 6+
Prerequisite: None
About our hockey and ringette instructors
Our instructors have strong hockey backgrounds. Some may also hold certificates from the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), Hockey Certification and/or Nationally recognized HIGH FIVE Certification.
All our instructors hold current Intermediate First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level “C” and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications.
What are hockey and ringette lessons like?
On the first day of classes, participants will be assessed on their abilities. This ensures their progress throughout the session is optimized.
Our instructors teach the sport of hockey through drills and non-competitive scrimmages that teach basic passing, shooting and puck handling skills.
Participants come with full gear and equipment to ensure the experience is safe for all.
Specific viewing areas are provided for parents to watch while lesson is in progress.
Come prepared
We recommend you arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to lesson start time to be dressed and prepared for the lesson.
Full gear is required for hockey lessons including:
- Hockey helmet - helmet must be Canadian Safety Association (CSA) approved. Hockey helmet with full face cage is mandatory. Bicycle helmets are NOT permitted
- Lace-up Hockey skates - Ensure skates are sharpened (new skates do not come sharpened). Skates with buckles are not recommended
- Mouth guard
- Neck protection/guard
- Shin guards
- Shoulder pads
- Elbow pads
- Gloves
- Pelvic Protection
- Socks
- Sweater/jersey
- Stick
- Refer to participant skate & helmet recommendations found at calgary.ca/recreationforms under skating, and view our equipment videos for additional information on helmets, skates & Hockey equipment
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