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My Hockey Journey

From your child's first steps on the ice to finding a league that will take them to the next level, Sticks In is here to help you play hockey.

Find a Program for You

Progression Path by Years of Hockey Experience

Learn to Skate

The formative years of hockey where the basics are learned in a fun and inclusive environment geared towards anchoring the love of the sport and developing trust and friendship with coaches and teammates.

A "Learn to Skate" program is designed to teach fundamental skating skills to beginners, whether they are kids or adults. Here are some of the key skills learned in such a program:

Key Skills:

  • Balance
  • Forward Skating
  • Stopping
  • Turning
  • Falling and Getting Up

Typical Programming expectations:

  • Commitment Level: 1-2 days / week
  • Weeks / Year: 7-10

Equipment Guide

1

Warm Jacket

Rinks aren't the warmest places around. Bring a warm jacket and you'll be just fine.

2

Skates

Rented or owned, plenty of skate options available to consider.

3

Helmet

When learning to skate, a bike or ski helmet is all you need to get going.

4

Mittens or Gloves

Protect those precious hands from the cold ice and skate blades with a pair of warm gloves.

5

Sweatpants / Snowpants

Either works to keep you warm and dry.

Hockey equipment Guide

Safety is paramount, so ensure equipment is fitted to player size and well-maintained. Make sure to try on gear before buying to ensure the best fit and performance.

Download Gear Guide

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Rules of the game

Like any sport, hockey's rules can be confusing at times. Our guidebook boils it down to the essentials and makes it easy to understand and refer to when you need more detail. Learn the difference between Icing and Offside in less time than it takes to play a period.

Know the Rules

Stretch & Exercise

Good preparation is the key to fun on the ice! Whether it's simple exercises and drills to keep players limber, or stretches to aid in flexibility and recovery, our guide will show you great ways to stay fresh and give your kid the edge on ice and off.

Hockey Health Guide

Parent Prep

Essential to your child's enjoyment of the game are engaged parents & guardians who support and encourage. Remember, it's just a game! Our Parent Prep guide will help you understand where to lean in and where to just have a laugh.

Parent Prep Guide

No Ice? No Problem!

Hockey comes in all shapes and sizes, for all ability and skill levels. Whether you're dipping your toes into the sport with ball hockey or are looking at ways to get involved with mobility needs, we can help you find the setting that's right for you and your child.

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