Para Hockey (also known as sledge hockey) is an innovative team sport that incorporates that same rules and strategies as 'stand-up' ice hockey. Players sit on specially designed sleds with skate blades under the seat and use (2) sticks to pass, stick handle, shoot, propel and maneuver their sleds.
Upcoming Events
| Canadian Women's National Team Training Camp |
February 18-23, 2020 |
Richmond Olympic Oval |
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Provincial Tournament
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March 14-15, 2020 |
Richmond Olympic Oval |
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Matt Cook Memorial Tournament (Development Team)
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March 27-29, 2020 |
Calgary, AB |
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Team BC Prestage Camp
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May 8-10, 2020 |
Poirier Rec Centre (Coquitlam) |
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2020 Para Ice Hockey National Championship
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May 15-17, 2020 |
Leduc, AB |
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Who Can Play the Game
Para hockey in BC and the Yukon is open to male and female able bodied and disabled players of all ages. Only in Paralympics and World Championship competitions governed by the IPC do the rules prohibit able-bodied players.
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Para Hockey Brochure (PDF)
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Para Hockey Program Guide (PDF)
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This program guide will introduce MHA facilitators and coaches to the dynamic world of para hockey. |
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Sled Loan Application (PDF)
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BC Hockey has acquired a number of sleds and sticks for utilization in various sledge hockey programs throughout the province. These sleds are adjustable and come in a variety of sizes to accommodate all athletes. Minor Hockey Associations and community groups who are interested in borrowing the equipment for a "Try It" event should fill out the application. |
If you have any questions about para hockey or the equipment loan program, please email info@bchockey.net.
Interested in Trying Para Ice Hockey?
The following para ice hockey programs are available in BC: