Be a Coach
At Nanaimo Minor Hockey Association, exceptional coaching is the cornerstone of our players’ development. Coaches are instrumental in shaping not only the skills and strategies of our athletes but also their character, teamwork, and passion for the game. If you have a love for hockey and a desire to nurture young talent, we invite you to join our team of dedicated mentors. Guide the next generation of hockey stars and make a lasting impact both on and off the ice. Embrace the rewarding journey of being a coach with NMHA and discover how you can contribute to the success and growth of our players.
How to Become a Coach:
1. Contact NMHA Office:
- Obtain your Hockey ID number: administrator@hockeynanaimo.com
2. Register for Clinics:
- Visit www.bchockey.net.
- Click on “Coaches” and “Be a Coach” select the appropriate sessions.
Join us in shaping the future of hockey by becoming a coach with NMHA!
If you have any questions about coaching please contact Matt: nmhahockeyops@gmail.com
3. Complete Mandatory Requirements:
- Respect in Sport training.
- Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT).
- Criminal Record Check.
- Note: These must be done before helping with a team in any capacity, including dressing rooms, on the bench, or on the ice.
4. Pay for Clinics:
- Pay online for the clinics you attend.
- NMHA will reimburse the full amount with receipts, please email all receipts to: administrator@hockeynanaimo.com
Coach Certifications
- 2022 Clinic Chart
- Coaching in NMHA
- Finding my NCCP #
- Concussion Training – does not expire
- Respect in Sport – every 4 years
- Criminal Record Check – yearly
- Online Criminal Record Check Password(ID #) = SVKAHDBTQT
Application Forms
Coaching in Competitive
Coaching in Competitive (U13 & above) – Developmental 1, completion of post-task and on-ice evaluation.
Deadline for Clinic Completion
BC Hockey Coaching Clinics
Check out all the resources at BCHockey’s Be a Coach for upcoming clinics, certifications and programs.
Team Positions & Requirements
Coaches U11 – U21 Recreational Including Assistant Coaches Must Have:
- Respect in Sport – Activity Leader
- Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)
- Coach level 2 with divisional module Clinic
- Head Coach must have Checking Skills Clinic
- Criminal record Check (done yearly)
U6-U9 Coaches Must Have:
- Respect in Sport – Activity Leader
- Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)
- U7-U9 coaches must have Coach 1 with either U7 or U9 module
- Criminal record Check (done yearly)
Safety Person Must Have:
- Respect in Sport – Team Leader
- Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)
- Criminal record Check (done yearly)
- HCSP – Hockey Canada Safety Course
Safety person can be on bench at games but not help with coaching (ie. opening doors), can not help on ice at practice.
Managers Must Have:
- Respect in Sport – Team Leader
- Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)
- Criminal record Check (done yearly)
Competitive Coaches Must Have:
- Respect in Sport – Team Leader
- Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)
- Coach Development 1
- Criminal record Check (done yearly)