Registration will be open;
June 15, 2024 @ 6:00pm MST till August 6, 2024 @ 11:59pm
.... Late fee is effective August 7 based on availability for returning participants.
U7 Timbits
The U7 division continues to be sponsored by Tim Hortons and is a mandated program in Calgary for 5 and 6-years old.
The program focuses on skill development and the FUNdamentals of the game for the participants, coaches and parents. The U7 Program and its Rules and Regulations are all outlined in the "Intro to Hockey" information on the Hockey Calgary website or using the link below.
Typically, U7 Junior are made up of participants who are 5-years old and the U7 Senior are 6-years old. However, it is possible to have either age in each category. Decisions for placement are determined through a simple evaluation process mid to late September.
Hockey Canada announced mandatory ½ Ice Hockey for the U7 Program starting in the 2017-2018 season across all Minor Hockey Associations in the country. The U7 Program provides children the opportunity to learn fundamental movement and fundamental sport skills in a quality sport program tailored just for them.
Why Cross-Ice Hockey??
- More Puck Touches (2x greater).
- More Completed Passes (5x greater).
- More Shots on Goal (6x greater).
- Better Ice Utilization.
- More participants are active during each ice session.
- Increased competition for all participants.
- FUN FOR ALL!
General Information
Registration Information
Vounteer Bond
Participation in this program is mandatory of registration with SW.
Coaching in U7
This program is run by volunteer coaches from the parent group!
This division requires 3 Coaches to carry all the Head Coach certifications.
U7 Orientation
Meeting Date: 2024 SEP 15
This orientation is for first time U7 parents
Equipment & Care
Intro to Hockey Resource Guide
U7 F.A.Q.
Ice Schedules
Schedule Details
2024-2025
U7 Pathway Skates
There will be two (2) ‘Pathway Skates’ scheduled prior to your ‘Evaluation Skates’
Typically occurs mid to late September
While Pathway Skates are not mandatory; they are highly recommended!!
U7 Evaluations
Typically occurs mid to late September
A "DRAFT" of the schedule is also posted in advance for reference
Location
Pre-Season Skates, Practices & Home Games are predominately held at Cardel or Oakridge.
Events
SW Prep Camp
Registration Opens: 2024 JUN 17
Event Date: 2024 AUG 19 to 22
Learn to Play Camp
Registration Opens: 2024 AUG 1
Event Date: 2024 AUG 26 to 29
Location: Stew Hendry/Henry Viney
This event is managed by Hockey Calgary.
If you live in Southwest boundaries then you MUST be registered with Southwest to participate in this program.
Timbit Jamboree
Registration Opens: 2025 JAN 21
- Registration is done at the team level by the Team Manager or Head Coach
Event Date: 2025 MAR 1
This event is managed by Hockey Calgary. The link provides info on the Event.
Ready to Register your U7 Player?
Registration Opens: JUNE 15, 2024
U7 is for participants born in 2018 & 2019
2024-2025 U7 Fee: $850
