Shift Forward Training Course (Formerly Respect in Sport - Parent Course)
All minor hockey players need to have at least one parent who has taken either the Respect In Sport - Parent (RIS-P), or the new Shift Forward Training courses and have their course certificate linked to the player profile in HCR Sprodle.
Starting in 2026-2027, All hockey players who have not had a parent complete the RIS-P must take the new Shift Forward Training (which now replaces RIS-P)
This is mandatory and a requirement of Hockey Canada. Without this course, your child will not be able to take the ice to start the season.
This course will be released in April 2026 and more information will be released to assist you.
Hockey Equipment Information
All Players, from Hockey School (U6) to U18, must wear full hockey equipment while on the ice. Here is a list of equipment needed. Scroll Below for a photo of the equipment
- *For U9 and Up, players must bring their own Hockey (Practice) Jersey and socks during pre season evaluations. After Players are assigned to a team, they will be given a Team Jersey and Socks before the first team practice
- Helmet with full cage - CSA-approved (chin strap properly fastened)
- Neck Guard
- Shoulder pads
- Hockey pants
- Jock/Jill short
- Shin/knee pads
- Elbow pads
- Hockey gloves
- Skates
- Hockey stick
- Hockey tape for stick blade and butt end
- Water bottle - players must use their own bottle at all times
- *A mouth guard is recommended
Goalie Equipment
DMHL has limited goalie equipment available for players U7 to U11, Some equipment may be available for U13 with a small deposit.
