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Check out our FAQs below to see the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions:

FAQs

Huntsville Participates in a Local League hockey structure

Local League vs House League - what's the difference?

House League: a group of teams that compete regularly in a recreational league within a Centre - minimum to no travel.

Local League: A group of teams from several local centres that compete regularly in a recreational league. There is significant travel.

HMHA Participates in Muskoka Parry Sound Hockey League (MPSHL)

MANDATORY RESPECT IN SPORT (RIS) FOR PARENTS. DO I HAVE TO TAKE IT?

OMHA has mandated that one parent/Guardian take the Respect in Sport (RIS) Parent Course. If players do not have a parent/guardian with completed RIS Certification, they will not be eligible to play.

Click here to access the Respect in Sport - Parent Course

NEW TO HOCKEY?

Are you new to hockey?

Important steps to hockey enrollment:
All players must have one parent/guardian complete the Respect in Sport for Hockey Parents Course before your child(ren) will be eligible to go on the ice, this clinic must be done. 1 per household.

Step 1: Click on Respect in Sport Home Page
Step 2: Choose New to this program? Click here to register now.
Step 3: Select New User
Step 4: Follow the instructions to create an account.
Proceed to complete full registration, then begin course.

Feel free to utilize the Spordle Helpdesk to access step by step instructions or to troubleshoot.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out to our HMHA Registrar - About Us tab on website.

Whether your intention is to play in our Local League system or Representative program, some of the information below may help you make the right choice for your family.

Local League: A group of teams from several local centres surrounding the area of Muskoka, Parry Sound (MPSHL) complete regularly in a recreational league. There is significant travel to the following centres.

Almaguin Minor Hockey Association (Burks Falls & South River)
Highland Storm (Minden & Haliburton)
Huntsville Minor Hockey Association
Muskoka Rock Minor Hockey Association (Port Carling & Humphrey)
Parry Sound Minor Hockey Association (Parry Sound & Humphrey)
South Muskoka Minor Hockey Association (Bracebridge & Gravenhurst)

Representative Program: A team, which is eligible to play for OMHA, OHF and or HC Championship and whose players must be eligible by age and residence participates in the Georgian Bay Minor Hockey League (GBMHL). An evaluation (tryout) process is used to create a team. There is significant travel to the following centres depending on the rep teams participating.

Georgian Shores
Grand Valley
Honeywood
Huntsville
Midland
Oro Osprey
Owen Sound
Parry Sound
Penetanguishene
Shelburne
South Grey
South Muskoka
Wasaga Beach

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

Sports can be expensive, and Huntsville Minor Hockey Association (HMHA) is here to help. This year we are offering great financial assistance programs and additional savings for families requiring support.

1. Specialized Funding Support from our Association.
2. Specialized Payment Plans.
3. Multi Child Discount - offered to siblings registered in HMHA (For every additional child registered in hockey, receive $75 off!)

4. HMHA has re-partnered this year with the following reputable programs:

If you have additional questions or inquiries please direct them to our HMHA Registrar - About Us Tab

HMHA REFUND INFORMATION

WHAT IF MY CHILD CAN NO LONGER PLAY/ HAS NEVER PLAYED/ DOES NOT LIKE HOCKEY AFTER REGISTRATION. ARE THERE REFUNDS AVAILABLE?

Refunds are an option with a $50 administrative fee.
Refunds will be issued following:
80% - by October 31st,
60% - by Nov 30th,
30% - by December 31st.

No refunds will be issued after Jan 1st. The refund process will begin once you email your Local League/Rep Director and the Registrar of your refund request outlining the players name, team, date and reason for the refund.

For further information surrounding our Refund Policy - please refer to our Policies and Procedures folder in our Online Library located under "Development" tab on the website.

HOW DO I QUALIFY OR APPLY FOR FUNDING?

Please refer to Financial Assistance tab under Registration.

PAYMENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE

HOW DO I REGISTER MY CHILD IF FUNDING IS PENDING?

To make sure your child meets the registration deadline, reach out the HMHA Registrar. In most cases, complete the electronic registration process and once funding is available, your registration fee will be reimbursed.

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AS A PARENT, WILL I RECIEVE EMAILS FROM THE ASSOCIATION RELATING TO SCHEDULED ICE TIMES OR INFORMATION ON MY CHILDS HOCKEY TEAM?

You may receive emails from your team's manager and/or convener. No emails from the association will be sent to players or parents unless absolutely necessary. It's the responsibility of the player and parent/guardian to check the website regularly for any schedule changes or team information.

WHAT NIGHTS/DAYS WILL MY CHILD SKATE?

Until registration is closed, and final numbers are established days and times by division cannot be determined

MY CHILD IS ENROLLED IN HOCKEY AND ANOTHER SPORT, THERE IS A CONFLICT WITH SCHEDULES. IS THERE ANYTHING YOU CAN DO?

In most cases no. Once final enrollment numbers are in, sufficient ice needs to be secured and scheduled covering multiple age groups/divisions. We can't guarantee each year what those ice times/schedules will look like. It is the players/parent's responsibility to coordinate hockey and other sports schedules.

ISN'T HOCKEY A PHYSICAL SPORT? HOW WILL MY CHILD'S SAFETY BE ASSURED?

As with most sports, kids' hockey is different than the professional game you may watch on television. Our association is committed to keeping your child safe. We do this by having:

strict rules for equipment and behaviour,
a strong emphasis on teaching skills over contact,
no bodychecking allowed until the U14 level,
the option of no bodychecking in the higher age levels,
trained game officials who enforce league rules,
certified coaches and trainers for every team.

We believe hockey is a sport for life, where positive team experiences are always the priority.

NEW TO HUNTSVILLE?

Are you new to Huntsville and would like to play hockey? Whether your intention is to play in the Local League system or Rep program, you will need to contact our Registrar to complete the required transfer documents.

Local League: A group of teams from several local centres surrounding the area of Muskoka, Parry Sound (MPSHL) complete regularly in a recreational league. There is significant travel to the following centres.

Almaguin Minor Hockey Association (Burks Falls & South River)
Highland Storm (Minden & Haliburton)
Huntsville Minor Hockey Association
Muskoka Rock Minor Hockey Association (Port Carling & Humphrey)
Parry Sound Minor Hockey Association (Parry Sound & Humphrey)
South Muskoka Minor Hockey Association (Bracebridge & Gravenhurst)

Representative Program: A team, which is eligible to play for OMHA, OHF and or HC Championship and whose players must be eligible by age and residence participates in the Georgian Bay Minor Hockey League (GBMHL). An evaluation (tryout) process is used to create a team. There is significant travel to the following centres depending on the rep teams participating.

Georgian Shores
Grand Valley
Honeywood
Huntsville
Midland
Oro Osprey
Owen Sound
Parry Sound
Penetanguishene
Shelburne
South Grey
South Muskoka
Wasaga Beach

IF I AM MOVING TO THE HUNSTVILLE AREA, HOW DO I REGISTER?

Whether your intention is to play in the Local League system or Representative program, you will need to complete and submit a player transfer form, for your player to be rostered to a team. Access details and Transfer form under the Registration tab Moved to Huntsville.

NOW ACCEPTING PAYMENT BY eTransfer

Please provide eTransfer to this email address: [email protected]

Please clearly include Full Name of Player and Age

Security Question: what town do I live in?
Security Answer: Huntsville2023

WHAT ARE THE COSTS TO REGISTRATION?

Costs aren't as high as you think. We have a basic registration fee which includes a standard level of programming. Additional activity may involve extra fees on a user-pay basis.

U7 INITIATION - FIRST YEAR TIMBITS
$200

U7 TIMBITS (SECOND AND THIRD YEAR)
EARLY BIRD: $300
REGULAR RATE: $400

U9 (Major Novice)
EARLY BIRD: $350
REGULAR RATE: $450

U11 (Atom)
EARLY BIRD: 600
REGULAR DATE: 700

U13 (PeeWee)
EARLY BIRD: 600
REGULAR: $700

U15 (Bantam)
EARLY BIRD: $600
REGULAR RATE: $700

U18 (Midget)
EARLY BIRD: $600
REGULAR RATE: $700

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WHAT EQUIPMENT WILL MY CHILD NEED, TO BEGIN PLAYING?

Mandatory CSA Approved Equipment

Watch this YouTube Video to learn more about gear fitting!

WHAT IF MY CHILD ISN'T A STRONG SKATER? CAN THEY STILL THEY STILL REGISTER?

Yes, they can! Whatever level of experience your child has, they are welcome. We offer extra skill sessions, including skating for newer players. This is especially helpful for those who may be starting at an older age than some of their peers did. Skating is a core skill that hockey players will carry with them for a lifetime. We're here to help your child develop this key part of the game.

WHAT WILL I NEED TO REGISTER?

Players who are new to hockey will be required to submit their full name, birth certificate, and proof of residential address. If this is the first time you are registering your child in hockey, you (the parent or guardian) will need to complete a simple, but important, respect program after registration.

Click here to access Respect in Sport - Parent Course

Click Here To Register

You will be redirected to Hockey Canada to complete your registration.

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