Outdoor Shinny

Season Starts January 2025

Grades K-2 and 3-5:

These groups are run as parented (non-drop-off), non-competitive, non- contact alternative hockey program for community girls and boys.  The format consists of learning and practicing skills, playing games and having lots of fun with friends! Kids in grades 2 and 3 are welcome to move up or down based on skill and availability. *Wildwood Shinny Jerseys are required for all players.
Hockey skills are not required, but players should have at least modest skating skills (this is not a learn to skate program, which can be found here).

Grades 6 & Up:

This is a group that allows our bigger kids to strap on their skates and have a game with friends.  This group will still require a coach/referee (otherwise parents are not required to be present) and will be treated as a registered program (drop-ins are not allowed). 
*Players are required to bring their own jerseys.

When:

The program starts the first week of January and runs thru the first week of March with each group meeting once a week. All games are played at the Wildwood Community outdoor ice rink. Check out the registration pages for specific ice times.

Equipment:

Players must have full hockey gear, including a neck guard and a full-face hockey helmet. Older players will have an opportunity to play goal with equipment (stick, pads, blocker, catcher and chest protector) provided by the community.  Wildwood Shinny jerseys are also required by all players (except the Grades 6 & Up group).

Membership:

An active Wildwood Community Association membership is OR non-member registration is required to participate in the shinny program.

Volunteering:

This program requires each family to volunteer in some capacity.  *If positions
are not filled, programs may be cancelled.

  • Ice/Rink Rats – Help clear and maintain ice throughout season and before game play (coordinated by Wildwood rink supervisor)
  • Coach(s) – Plan and run weekly drills and game play
  • Asst. Coach(s) – Assist in the planning and execution of weekly play
  • On-Ice Volunteer(s) – Assist kids on ice (more for the younger ages)
  • Equipment Volunteer(s) – bring out equipment and put away as required
  • Coordinator – Manage communication (at least 1 volunteer is required for each group)
  • Wind Up – 1- 2 planners and a few volunteers for year end party

How to Register?

OPENS mid-October and CLOSES on November 30th at 10 PM.

Program registration is now run online.  Please follow the link below to register your child for shinny: online registration.

Note: A number cap will be placed on all programs.

Questions?

Please contact Tanis Gatzke (Shinny Coordinator) with any questions or concerns at shinny@mywildwood.ca.