Hockey Programs
Know Before You Go
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Welcome to ice programs at WinSport! We’re excited to have you join us. Below are some details to make the most of your camp or program. Here's what you need to know before you go.
Rental Information:
We recommend bringing your own pair of skates and a CSA approved (ski/hockey) helmet. However, we do offer helmet and skate rentals (size and width can vary).
For women, skate sizing will be 2.5-3 sizes down from your shoe size. For men, skate sizing will be 1.5-2 sizes down from your shoe size.
All sizes may not be available due to skates being donation based
Hockey Programs
Before you arrive
Please read the following information so that your 1st day of lessons at WinSport will be quick and enjoyable.
Skate School does not run programming on the following dates:
- October 11, 12, 13 (Thanksgiving Weekend)
- February 14, 15, 16 (Family Day Weekend)
- April 4, 5, 6 (Easter Weekend)
- May 16, 17, 18 (Victoria Day Weekend)
If your lesson falls on one of these days, your lessons will resume on your selected day the following week.
For check in, there are 2 parking lots available for drop off and pick up.
The check-in location for all Hockey Programs this season will be at the Arena Services desk (see photo below).
First day of programs
First day program check in starts 30 minutes before your scheduled program at the Arena Services desk.
Future weeks of programs
Following weeks of programs, there will be no check-in at arena services.
Once arriving at the players entrance, you will see a digital display (pictured below) that will let you know what arena you will be skating on and what dressing rooms participants can get ready in.
Once ready, the participants can meet their instructors on the players bench of the arena assigned.
What to expect when you arrive on your first day
- We will confirm waiver completion and provide your participant a jersey
- Some groups may be asked to complete a media release
- Inform instructor of any pre-existing medical conditions or other special considerations
What to bring - Hockey Equipment:
- CSA approved hockey helmet with hockey cage
- Base layer (what you are wearing under your equipment)
- Neck Guard
- Shoulder pads
- Elbow pads
- Hockey gloves
- Hockey stick
- Hockey pants
- Athletic supporter (jock/jill)
- Shin pads
- Hockey socks
- Skates
- Socks
- Jersey
- Mouth guard (recommended)
- Water bottle for on-ice use (easily used while wearing a cage)
Evening Hockey Programs
Before you arrive
Please read the following information so that your 1st day of lessons at WinSport will be quick and enjoyable.
The check-in location for all Hockey programs this season will be at the Arena Services desk (see photo below). Please park in the Players Lot for drop off and pick up.
First day of programs
First day program check in starts 30 minutes before your scheduled program at the Arena Services desk.
Future weeks of programs
Following weeks of programs, please sign in at arena services where there will be sign in sheets for each program.
Once arriving at the players entrance, you will see a digital display (pictured below) that will let you know what arena you will be skating on and what dressing rooms participants can get ready in.
Once ready, the participants can meet their instructors on the players bench of the arena assigned.
What to expect when you arrive on your first day
- We will confirm waiver completion
- Some groups may be asked to complete a media release
- Inform instructor of any pre-existing medical conditions or other special considerations
What to bring
Participants should label their belongings.
- Hockey Equipment
- CSA approved hockey helmet with hockey cage
- Base layer (what you are wearing under your equipment)
- Neck Guard
- Shoulder pads
- Elbow pads
- Hockey gloves
- Hockey stick
- Hockey pants
- Athletic supporter (jock/jill)
- Shin pads
- Hockey socks
- Skates
- Socks
- Jersey
- Mouth guard (recommended)
- Water bottle for on-ice use (easily used while wearing a cage)