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Vikings House League
It takes a Village to raise a hockey player, join ours.
The Vikings House League Program is a not-for-profit program offering hockey development for ages 4 up to 17. Our season runs from the middle of October until the beginning of April. We focus on developing player skills and fostering a fun and inclusive environment for all hockey players.
Players play 1 House League game a week and have 1 House League practice per week. Optional special skills and goalie training sessions are available to all registered players.
Player Divisions
Our House League divisions are organized by your player’s birth year and each division is a grouping of two or more age groups. Depending on registration numbers, we may alter age groups and practice or game times for the best player experience. If you would like to request a different age group for your player, please speak with us before registering.
| DIVISION | BIRTH YEAR | PLAYER FEES | GAMES | PRACTICES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U7 *HIP | 2018 - 2020 | $399 | SUNDAYS 7:00 AM | SATURDAYS 1:00 PM |
| U9 | 2016 - 2017 | $499 | SUNDAYS 8:00 AM | SATURDAYS 8:00 AM |
| U11 | 2014 - 2015 | $499 | SUNDAYS 9:00 AM | SATURDAYS 9:00 AM |
| U13 | 2013 | $599 | SUNDAYS 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM | SATURDAYS 10:00 AM |
| U15 | 2010 - 2011 | $699 | SUNDAYS 12 noon OR 1:00 PM | SATURDAYS 11:50 AM |
| U18 | 2008 - 2009 | $699 | WEDNESDAYS 6:10 PM, 7:10 PM or 8:10 PM | MONDAYS 8:40 PM |
*House League fees will be prorated for players who register after the start of the regular season.
Hockey Initiation Program [HIP]
What is HIP? HIP is a modified hockey program for our youngest players (6 and under). The goal of HIP is to enhance a player's first experience with hockey through modified ice environments and age-appropriate progressive learning.
What does that mean for your player? It means they develop their skills and love for the game on an ice surface that’s the right size for them. This means more puck time, more chances to develop their skills and more time working as a team. Isn’t that more fun?
Schedule
All House League players will play 1 game per week in either a full-ice, half-ice or cross-ice format, depending on their age/division.
Our House League program follows the Initiation Program requirements set out by Hockey Canada and the Ontario Hockey Federation and to support the development of your hockey player and promote a lifelong love of this sport, our House League program proudly follows the Initiation Program. This program features cross-ice and half-ice modifications for the HIP and U9 divisions that was mandated for all House League Programs in 2019/2020.
Players in the HIP-U15 divisions will have weekly division-wide Development Skates/Practices. (Players in the U18 division have optional bi-weekly skates). These skates are a balance of age-appropriate drills and skills, team tactics and FUN. Our practices are designed by a trained coach and led by our volunteer Vikings coaches.
Remember, getting game-ready takes time, so we ask Viking Families to come at least 30 minutes before their ice time for players to get dressed.
Player Skills and Drills and Goalie Training
Develop your player’s skills and confidence with our weekly skills and drills sessions for skaters or goalie training sessions - at no extra cost. These weekly sessions are available to all registered players in the U9-U15 age groups.
| PROGRAM | DIVISION | BIRTH YEARS | PRACTICES | ARENA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skills and Drills - Skater | U9 - U15 | 2011 - 2016 | SUNDAYS 1:00 pm | Pleasant View Arena |
| Goalie Training | U9 - U15 | 2011 - 2016 | SATURDAYS 5:15 pm | Victoria Village Arena |
SUNDAYS 1:00 pm
SATURDAYS 5:15 pm
Financial Support and Bauer's First Shift Program
At Victoria Village, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to play hockey. If your family requires financial support, there are programs available to help offset the cost of hockey and get your player on the ice. Here are links to a few programs available to families. If you have questions, please reach out to us.
The First Shift Program is a 6-week hockey program that introduces new players to the game of hockey with a focus on FUN and Learn to Play. Each player is outfitted with full hockey gear and has the opportunity to join the Victoria Village House League Program at end of the 6-weeks.
FAQ
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Victoria Village Hockey League Refund Policy. (PDF)WHEN AND WHERE ARE GAMES AND PRACTICES?
Home is where the puck is! All our House League games and practices are at our home arena, Victoria Village Arena (190 Bermondsey Rd, North York, ON.)
Viking Game Day is Sunday for the HIP - U15 divisions. Games are played every hour starting at 7am until 1pm. U18 games are held on Wednesday nights.
House League Practices are held on Saturdays between 7am and 1pm.
WHAT ARE THE DATES FOR THE HOCKEY SEASON?
Our House League Program starts mid-October and runs until early April.
At the start of the season, we run evaluation skates to create balanced teams. Once teams are made, your player’s coach will reach out with your team’s schedule.
Our season concludes with a fun-filled Championship Day where the top 2 teams in each division face off to claim hockey glory. Division trophy presentations follow each championship game in the Community Centre gym.
Come cheer on other Viking Teams!
DO YOU ACCEPT FRIEND REQUESTS?
We will do our best to honour friend requests. However, to create fair and balanced teams we may not be able to honour all requests.
*Friend requests must be made at the time of registering and they must be reciprocal. (eg Player 1 requests to play with Player 2 and Player 2 requests to play with Player 1)
WE’VE NEVER PLAYED HOCKEY. WHAT LEVEL SHOULD I REGISTER MY CHILD?
New to hockey? Welcome!
Our House League is for everyone, and we focus on development and FUN in all of our divisions. If you’re unsure what level your player should be registered in, contact us and we’ll help you find the right level for your player.
DOES MY PLAYER HAVE TO PLAY GOALIE?
We encourage players to try all the positions, including goalie. Hockey is about learning new skills and having fun. Select sizes of goalie equipment is available for players from U9 - U13 to borrow during House League games and practices.
I’D LIKE TO COACH WHO DO I CONTACT?
Volunteers are the heart and soul of our hockey community. If you would like to volunteer to coach a House League team or be an assistant coach, contact us. We also have a group of Mentor Coaches to support you in your leadership journey.
*All coaches must complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).
DO YOU HAVE SELECT TEAMS?
Yes, we do. Victoria Village Vikings enter a Select Team in every age group pending player interest. The Vikings Select Program is separate from our House League Program. Teams play additional games in arenas within the GTA and have extra practices on top of our House League Program. Select games are scheduled by the NYHL. For more information check our Select Program.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DOES MY PLAYER NEED TO PLAY HOCKEY?
Ready to gear up, but not sure what to buy? Check out this equipment guide courtesy of the GTHL.
*A House League jersey and socks will be handed out the first week of House League.
OH NO! OUR PLAYER HAS GROWN OUT OF THEIR EQUIPMENT!
Let’s face it: kids grow fast! To keep your player protected in the right size gear and to help offset the cost of outfitting your player, we have a modest selection of gently used hockey equipment available for Viking Families. Contact us to arrange a fitting.
Have gently used gear you’d like to donate? Great! Please contact us to arrange a drop off.
Thank You Sponsors
As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on generous support from community and corporate sponsors. Their donations help us build our hockey village and develop the next generation of hockey players.
