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 

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Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, Shouldice Activity Centre, Southland Leisure Centre & Village Square Leisure Centre

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Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, Shouldice Activity Centre, Southland Leisure Centre & Village Square Leisure Centre

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Registration on each date begins at:
 
  • 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).

  • Girls hockey: beginner - kids

    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.

  • Girls hockey goalie: practice – kids

    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.

  • Hockey: beginner - kids

    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.

  • Hockey goalie: practice - all ages

    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.

  • Ringette: beginner – kids

    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.

  • Ringette goalie: practice - all ages

    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.

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, buckles are not recommended (Ensure skates are sharp. We do not provide skate sharpening).
  • 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

More skating lessons

  • Skating lessons

    Our lessons help all skill levels and ages learn the fundamentals of skating. Lessons are at select arenas only.

  • Figure skating lessons

    Our lessons help experienced young skaters learn the fundamentals of figure skating. Lessons are at select arenas only.

Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.

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