EFHL’s Rec League

Where Hockey Meets Fun in a Low-Pressure, Non-Checking Environment

Edmonton Federation Hockey League’s (EFHL) Recreation League ("Rec League"), isn’t just about hockey; it’s about fostering a love for the game. Learn basic hockey skills, embrace sportsmanship, all in a no-check, low-pressure environment that turns every time on the ice into a fun experience.

Discover the thrill of hockey in a non-body checking environment – EFHL’s  Rec League is designed for players of all ages and skill levels. We've got five age categories for the 2024-25 season: U11, U13, U15, U18, and U21, ensuring every player finds their perfect fit.

Get in the Game with EFHL's Rec League

open boundary registration for metro-edmonton players

Whether you're from Hockey Edmonton’s Districts or Operating Areas, or from the metro-Edmonton outlying communities, registration is open to you. Registration is a breeze, and we're excited to welcome players from all corners of the metro-Capital area. Registration is open to all players in the Edmonton area, including all Districts, Operating Areas, and KC Parishes. So if you're in the YEG neighborhood, you're invited to join us!

If you live in a community outside Edmonton, scroll down for details on how to enroll with your Minor Hockey Association.

Important notes:

  • Please note: our Rec League games are played on indoor ice surfaces and arenas. However, as a recreational league, we fall under Pond Hockey and Outdoor Hockey with Hockey Canada's Spordle registration system.

  • Important note: If your child has played organized hockey before in the city of Edmonton, please reach out to Hockey Edmonton at office@hockeyedmonton.ca with their name and birthdate. Hockey Edmonton will assist with the transfer process, ensuring a seamless registration for your child. Once the transfer is completed, the player can register in Spordle using the registration link above. 

  • Before registering, we encourage all parents and players to review the Player Waiver, Financial Assistance Options, EFHL Rec League Rules, and FAQs.

    1. Obtain Respect In Sport Certificate: One parent/guardian must complete the Respect in Sport (RIS) Parent Course HERE. RIS is an hour-long course that costs $12.50. Upon completion of the course, a Hockey Canada number for your child will be generated. When adding your child to the course, select Hockey Edmonton as the association. The RIS course must show up on your child's Hockey Canada record before they can be added to a team.

    2. Create an Account: Create a new account with Spordle HERE. Once you have an account, add your player to it.

    3. Spordle Dashboard: After adding your player, you'll be able to register them directly through the Spordle Dashboard. You can also link other related members within your account (via 'Link a Member' feature). Simply search players and coaches by name and date of birth to locate and select.

    4. Add Proof of Residency: During registration, you'll have to upload a copy of your child's birth certificate and a Proof of Residency (current utility bill like EPCOR or Direct Energy bill).

    5. Registration: Once you've added your participants to your account, click on "Rec Hockey League Online Registration" to get started. If you're no longer in Spordle, simply click on the age division that you wish to register for.

  • The 2024-25 registration fees are:

    • U11 and U13: $500.00

    • U15-U21: $550.00.

  • Please note:

    Southwest Zone Hockey: Accepting U15 to U21 players.Registrar: Ardis | SWZAdmin@telus.net

    Knights of Columbus Hockey: Pending confirmation of divisions of rec play to be offered.

    Northwest Zone Hockey: Pending confirmation of divisions of rec play to be offered.

    Southeast Zone Hockey: Pending confirmation of divisions of rec play to be offered.

  • Please contact the appropriate Minor Hockey Association where you live:

    St. Albert Minor Hockey: Accepting U15 to U21 players.
    Registrar: Seema | registrar@samha.ca

    Strathcona Minor Hockey: Accepting U15 to U21 players.
    Registrar: Natalie | registrar.smha@gmail.com

    Sherwood Park Minor Hockey: Accepting U15 to U21 players.
    Registrar: Lesley | admin@spmha.ab.ca

  • Please email office@hockeyedmonton.ca if you need to withdraw from a camp or program.

    Refunds will be processed according to the following guidelines:

    • Prior to the program starting: A refund, minus a $50.00 administrative fee, will be issued if the cancellation request is received up to 48 hours before the first session (72 hours for programs starting on a Monday that is a Statutory Holiday). No refunds will be issued for requests received less than 48 hours from the start.

    • During a multi-session program: Valid refunds will be prorated based on the time the participant was in the program and will be subject to the $50.00 administrative fee.

    • Transfers: Each request to transfer from one session to another will incur a $50.00 administrative fee.

    • Online programs: No refunds will be issued for online programs offered by or through Hockey Edmonton.

    • Hockey Edmonton cancellations: If Hockey Edmonton cancels a camp, event, or program, participants will receive a full refund.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to office@hockeyedmonton.ca. We're here to help!

Do you want to coach or be a team manager with Rec Hockey?

Being a coach is an easy and FUN gig! Rec league coaches need to have RESPECT IN SPORT - ACTIVITY LEADER and Hockey Edmonton will reimburse you for the cost of RIS - AL upon completion and submission of certificate. As a HC, you are responsible for the team and the equipment. But unlike community or elite hockey, there are no practices to plan, no tournaments or playoffs to prepare for, just ensuring the team has fun! Rec teams need a Head Coach and up to 4 assistant coaches. Coaches will need to pay the refs, but again, we will reimburse you monthly for the ref fees! 

Team Managers will be responsible for game sheets and game sheet management.

If you are interested, email office@hockeyedmonton.ca