Try Hockey maintains five core values that are important to us not only as hockey players, but also as students in our classrooms and people in our communities. These values are consistently demonstrated and instilled in all who experience the Try Hockey program!
- Friendship – We believe the best friend you can have is made on the ice
- Teamwork – We put the needs of our teammates ahead of our own.
- Leadership – We take the initiative and lead by example.
- Work Ethic – We put forth our best effort in everything we do.
- Acceptance – We welcome anyone and everyone into the hockey family.
To learn more about the Try Hockey program, please read our informational booklet HERE!
TRY HOCKEY DAY: IN SCHOOL
- Participants take part in a 40-50 minute session led by Hockey Canada instructors as part of Try Hockey Day at your school.
- Small groups are created to teach and practice the basics of stickhandling, passing, and shooting.
- Newly learned skills are then applied in a fun and exciting relay race.
- The positive attributes that hockey can teach and the importance of giving a championship effort are reinforced throughout all programming.
- Best of all, it's completely free!
TRY HOCKEY DAY: ON ICE
- All participants of the in-school program are invited to bring their family to a local arena to Try Hockey, this time on the ice!
- Participants are loaned Bauer skates, helmet, gloves, stick, and neck guard to use on the ice should they not have their own equipment.
- The focus is on fundamental skill development that is tailored to the participant's previous hockey and skating experience.
- This is a positive and encouraging environment for both participants and their families to learn about hockey, connect with the local minor hockey association, and find out more about how they can get involved with the sport - all in a fun and safe space!