Sledge hockey follows the same rules and structure as ice hockey with a few adaptations.
Sledge hockey was designed for players of any age or gender that have disabilities but can be played by anyone.
The player must wear full gear while they sit in a sledge that is designed for each individual’s needs. The player maneuvers along the ice using two specialized sticks with picks at one end to propel the sledge and a blade at the other end to handle the puck.
ONTARIO SLEDGE HOCKEY ASSOCIATION RULES & GUIDELINES
The Ontario Sledge Hockey Association (OSHA) is the governing body for sledge hockey in Ontario representing over 20 clubs and over 400 people across Ontario. It is a registered non profit association, an associate member of Ontario Hockey Federation, and a member of Hockey Canada.
Learn more about the Ontario Sledge Hockey Association
SLEDGE HOCKEY EQUIPMENT
Full hockey gear must be worn to play sledge hockey. You do not need skates as your skates are part of the sledge, and you do not need a stick as you will use two specialized shortened sticks with picks at one end and blades at the other.
If you are interested in trying sledge we have equipment that we can lend you. We always have extra sleds, sticks, and some hockey gear is available upon request.
SLEDS
There are several different types of sleds and are fitted depending on the athlete
BLADES
Specially designed blades are built to fit underneath the sledge. They are adjustable and need to be sharpened like ice skates.
STICKS
Two specialized sticks with picks at one end and the blade on the other end. Blades can curve both left and right.
Anyone interested in playing sledge hockey is more then welcome to come out and join us for a practice. Please contact us for more information at 519-331-4169 or [email protected]
REFEREEING
If you’re interested in refereeing sledge hockey please contact us.
You must be a certified official.
There are only a few modifications to rules and regulations but our sledge coaches will be sure to steer you in the right direction.
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WHAT IS WEIGHT LIFTING?
Once a week a group of athletes meet at a local gym with a personal trainer to work on strength training, balance, and cardio.
The athlete pays an annual registration fee along with a monthly gym membership fee which gives them anytime gym access.
WHAT IS BOCCE BALL?
Bocce ball is similar to lawn bowling but is played indoors. It can be played against one other person or played as a team sport. It is played with small leather balls on a smooth surface. The goal is to get the coloured ball closest to the small white target ball. 12 points wins the game.
The sport is modified for people with disabilities by using a ramp as opposed to throwing the ball.
