Programs

Etobicoke Ringette Association has something for everyone.  Whether you are new to skating, want to learn ringette, or transferring from another sport such as hockey, ringette is a fast, fun sport designed to teach players teamwork and sportsmanship through skating, passing and shooting skills. 

Learn to Skate

Suitable for children aged 4+ who have little or no skating experience.  Children will be divided into small groups where they will learn balance, falling down and getting back up safely, striding, stopping, turns, and stopping. Weekly lessons will focus on progressive skills through instructor-led warmup, activities and games aimed at keeping participants engaged and having fun! 

• This 50-minute program is offered on Sunday afternoons at Long Branch Arena from late September/early October - March. 
• The exact schedule will be confirmed pending confirmation of ice permits from the City of Toronto. 
• Participants will be evaluated and assigned to appropriate skill groups within the first few sessions

Equipment: Sport Skates (not figure skates), CSA approved helmet with both cage and chin strap (no bicycle helmets permitted), thick mittens/gloves or hockey gloves. Warm, comfortable clothing is recommended for easy movement (e.g.: splash pants, sweaters, non-bulky coats). 

Children's Ringette FUNdamentals

The Children's Ringette FUNdamentals program progresses through levels 1 - 3 for beginners who are learning to play ringette to more experienced players who will have a weekly practice and game in a fun and safe environment! The program is geared towards ages 4 - 10 and is focused on skill so that children are playing and developing at the appropriate level, encouraging more touches on the ring while continuing to learn the rules of the game.

Equipment for all FUN levels

Ringette players wear equipment similar to hockey including: helmet with cage and chin strap, neck guard, shoulder pads with chest protector, elbow pads, gloves, girdle with jock/jill, or hockey short-pants, shin guards, hockey socks or ringette pants, and hockey skates. A ringette stick and ringette-specific face mask will be provided to all first year players.

FUN 1

The FUN 1 program is offered to children with some skating ability (e.g. can fall/get back up, skate forwards, glide, stop, and introductory backwards skating) who want to improve their skating skills and learn ringette through fun drills and games.

• The program is offered on Sunday afternoons at Long Branch Arena from late September/early October - March
• The exact schedule will be confirmed pending confirmation of ice permits from the City of Toronto. 
• Participants will be evaluated and assigned to appropriate skill groups within the first few sessions.

FUN 2

The FUN 2 program is for players who are at the next level of skating including skating forwards and stopping, are stable on their feet while skating with or without a stick, and can move backwards. They may have some (though may be limited) experience playing ringette

• Weekly practices, focused on skating and skill development and will likely be on a weeknight evening pending confirmation of ice permits from the City of Toronto
• The team will travel to other ringette associations to play against other FUN 2 teams for their away games (Jan-Mar)
• Games are played half-ice (lengthwise, including intra-squad scrimmages and playing against other teams in neighbouring Ringette Associations. 
• Requisite skating skills to include Fall & Stand, Skate & Glide with Basic Stance, Snowplow Stop (2 foot), and Backwards Movement
• Ringette skills to include Carrying the Ring, Stationary Forehand Pass & Reception, Forehand Sweep Shot, and 1 on 1 Sweep Check
• Players may participate in a few one-day tournaments (cost is divided per player and will be in addition to the season registration fees)
• Teams are led by certified Coaches and Bench Staff

FUN 3

The FUN 3 program is for players who are more advanced skaters who can confidently skate forwards and backwards, stop as needed and change direction while moving. Prior experience playing ringette in a game setting is beneficial but not required.  

• The team will travel to other ringette associations to play against other FUN 3 teams for their away games
• Games are played on full ice, and the core rules will be taught and enforced (e.g. blue line pass, goalie crease, 2-line pass etc).
• A weekly practice, focused on skating and skill development will likely be on a weeknight evening pending confirmation of ice permits from the City of Toronto
• Requisite skating skills to include Balance - 2 Foot Hop, T-Push to 1 Foot Glide, Snowplow Stop at Speed (1 foot), and Backwards Stride
• Ringette skills to include Carrying the Ring & Ring Protection, Forehand Pass & Reception, Forehand Sweep Shot, and 1 on 1 Sweep Check in Motion
• The emphasis in this league is on playing the game, sportsmanship, having fun and improving skating and ringette skills.
• Teams are led by certified Coaches and Bench Staff

REP "B" Teams 

Our REP "B" teams play against other Associations throughout the Lower Ontario Ringette League (LORL).

• A typical season consists of 20 league games from October - March, and participation in 2 to 4 tournaments
  • Home games are typically played on Saturday evening at Centennial Arena
  • Away games are played on weekends 
  • Teams have 1 weekly practice 
    
    
• REP "B" teams will be offered for U12, U14, U16, and U19. (All teams subject to registration and team viability).
  • All Regional teams are invited to participate in the Year End Tournament.  The dates and location are not yet confirmed, but have typically taken place in mid-March (and may fall on the March Break). 

Attention GOALIES at U12-U19 "B" levels of play!

This year, we will be offering a 50% rebate on the Etobicoke Ringette portion of the fee for any full-time goalies who play the full 2025/26 season. Please contact us at comeplay@etobicoke-ringette.com once you have registered and we will apply the credit, to be provided at the end of the season. 

Adult House League (18+)

• The program runs on Mondays at 8 PM or 9 PM at Long Branch Arena from September to March
• The league offers players fun, competition and exercise - All skill levels are welcome
• An Open Team(s) will be formed from those registered in the Adult House League

Space is limited. Register today!

Program Convenors

For more information on any of our programs, please contact one of our Program Convenors: