U7 Timbits
Registration will be open;
June 15, 2025 @ 6:00pm till August 5, 2025 @ 11:59pm
... Late fee is effective August 6th based on availability for returning participants.
The U7 division continues to be sponsored by Tim Horton's and is a mandated program in Calgary for 5 and 6-years old.
The program focuses on skill development and the FUNdamentals of the game for the participants, coaches and parents. The U7 Program and its Rules and Regulations are all outlined in the "Intro to Hockey" information on the Hockey Calgary website or using the link below.
Typically, U7 Junior are made up of participants who are 5-years old and the U7 Senior are 6-years old. However, it is possible to have either age in each category. Decisions for placement are determined through a simple evaluation process mid to late September.
Hockey Canada has mandated ½ Ice Hockey for the U7 Program since 2017. The U7 Program provides children the opportunity to learn fundamental movement and fundamental sport skills in a quality sport program tailored just for them.
Why Cross-Ice Hockey??
- More Puck Touches (2x greater).
- More Completed Passes (5x greater).
- More Shots on Goal (6x greater).
- Better Ice Utilization.
- More participants are active during each ice session.
- Increased competition for all participants.
- FUN FOR ALL!
GENERAL INFORMATION
U7 Overview
This high-level overview provides a quick look at the general structure of the season.
registration information
2025-2026 Registration Document
Vounteer Bond
Participation in this program is mandatory of registration with SW.
Coaching in U7
This program is run by volunteer coaches from the parent group!
3 Coaches per team are required to carry all the Head Coach certifications.
There are plenty of resources, and support systems available to help you succeed as a coach!
U7 Orientation
Meeting Date: 2025 SEP xx
This orientation is for first time U7 parents
U7 Resource Information
Equipment & Care
U7 F.A.Q.
Location
Pre-Season Skates, Practices & Home Games are predominately held at Cardel or Oakridge.
evaluations
U7 Pathway Skates
There will be two (2) ‘Pathway Skates’ scheduled prior to your ‘Evaluation Skates’
Typically occurs mid to late September
While Pathway Skates are not mandatory; they are highly recommended!!
U7 Evaluations
Typically occurs mid to late September
A "DRAFT" of the schedule is also posted in advance for reference
events
SW Prep Camp
Registration Opens: 2025 JUN 23
Event Date: 2025 AUG 18 to 21
Learn to Play Camp
Registration Opens: 2025 AUG 1
Event Date: 2025 AUG 25 to 28
Location: Optimist / George Blunden
This event is managed by Hockey Calgary.
If you live in Southwest boundaries then you MUST be registered with Southwest to participate in this program.
Timbits Jamboree
Registration Opens: 2026 JAN
- Registration is done at the team level by the Team Manager or Head Coach
Event Date: 2026 FEB 28
Location: Cardel Rec South
This event is managed by Hockey Calgary. The link provides info on the Event.
Ready to Register your U7 Player?
Registration Opens: JUNE 15, 2025
U7 is for participants born in 2017 & 2018
2025-2026 U7 Fee: $900