Learn basic hockey skills
If you are interested in short-term or one-day programs to learn the basics, before officially joining organized hockey, here are your options…
THE NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT HOCKEY PROGRAM
The NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT program is designed to ensure a positive experience for new-to-hockey families. We want families to experience the game at its best — to understand why so many Canadians feel an inherent love for the sport, and to stimulate a desire for continued participation. We want to take away any intimidation as it relates to equipment requirements, and/or rules of the game, remove potential safety concerns, and most importantly, provide an experience that is memorable and fun.
The NHL/NHLPA First Shift is open to children, between the ages of 6 and 10 years old*, who have never previously enrolled in minor hockey within Canada or the NHL/NHLPA First Shift program.
*To be eligible to participate, children must be born between January 1, 2013 and May 1, 2018.
More details on the Fall and Winter 2024-25 sessions will be available soon.
hockey edmonton’s learn to play hockey program
After you’ve tried The First Shift, graduate onto Hockey Edmonton’s Learn to Play Hockey program.
Hockey Edmonton's ‘Learn to Play Hockey’ program is a low commitment, low cost introduction into the sport for kids ages 5 to 16.
Other Options in oil country
The Edmonton Oilers also offer various other short-term options for new players.