Adult Beginner Shinny Hockey Edmonton
Description
Shinny of Champions offers adult beginner shinny hockey in Edmonton, perfect for players new to the game. Enjoy fun, fair, and structured hockey in a welcoming, low-pressure environment with supportive teammates. No commitment required — just sign-up and play when it fits your schedule! To create an authentic experience, we bring out referees and timekeepers so every skate feels like a real game.
Adult Beginner Shinny Hockey
Get Started
Join our WhatsApp Group
All new players start by joining our WhatsApp group.
It’s the best way to get connected, ask questions, and hear from an organizer.
Once we’ve had a quick chat and confirmed you’re a fit, we’ll invite you to our BenchApp to start signing up for shinnies.
Expectations & Code of Conduct
Our goal is to keep the game beginner-friendly and welcoming for all players.
While stronger players are welcome, we expect them to act as mentors on the ice and help foster a supportive environment.
View our Code of Conduct here to understand expectations before joining.
We Offer a Variety of Shinnies
Shinnies
Popular Questions
Shinny is casual, non-contact, drop-in hockey, where players come together for a fun, relaxed game. There are no set teams—players are assigned teams upon arrival. Our shinnies are structured for beginner and intermediate players, with some games including referees.
- Join our WhatsApp group to get started.
- If approved, you’ll be invited to BenchApp, where you can browse upcoming skates.
- E-transfer the fee to shinnyofedmonton@gmail.com, including the skate number in the memo (e.g., Skate 117).
- Check into the waitlist on BenchApp.
- What if I don’t get moved from the waitlist immediately?
Don’t worry! If you’ve paid and checked into the waitlist, we’ve received your payment. We update BenchApp in batches, so you may not be moved immediately.
Each shinny session has a listed fee in the notes section of BenchApp. Prices vary based on ice time, location, and whether referees are included.
No, all payments are final – no refunds or credits. Please be sure you can make the skate before paying.
SOC is ultimately a novice shinny group, so when we say our Tier 1 – Intermediate skates are “faster,” we don’t mean they’re full of AAA or elite-level players. Instead, these skates are for beginners who have been playing for a year or two and are looking for a bit more structure, speed, and competition than our mixed or beginner skates.
Expect:
✔ Quicker tempo than beginner shinny
✔ More structured play – better positioning, passing, and game flow
✔ Players comfortable skating and handling the puck at speed
✔ No reckless play – still beginner-friendly, just at a faster pace
If you’re not sure if Tier 1 – Intermediate is right for you, ask an organizer and we’ll help guide you to the right shinny!
Yes! However, all players must be approved and added to BenchApp before they can sign up.
Yes, about half of our shinnies have referees to help structure the game and maintain fair play. The rest are self-officiated, with players expected to follow respectful and sportsmanlike conduct.
No, goalies play for free, but spots are limited.
Yes, full hockey equipment is required to ensure player safety.
Please bring both a dark and a white jersey so teams can be easily adjusted on the ice.
Shinnies are hosted at various arenas across the city. The exact location is listed in BenchApp for each skate.
If a skate is full, you can stay on the waitlist. If a spot opens up, we’ll move the next eligible player into the game.
Our shinnies are about having fun and playing safe. We expect:
✔ Respectful play – No reckless behavior or aggressive contact.
✔ Inclusivity – Stronger players are expected to mentor, not dominate.
✔ Good sportsmanship – Help build a positive community on and off the ice.