So, you're new to the sport of Youth Ice Hockey...

If you are new to the sport of ice hockey or you are interested in finding a top-notch, community-based youth ice hockey program for your son or daughter, then you've come to the right place!

Northwestern Connecticut Youth Hockey is the premier youth ice hockey program in western Connecticut. Based at the Canterbury School in New Milford and the Gunnery in Washington, programs are available for all levels of hockey and skating ability from beginners through travel level, including girls teams.

In-House instructional programs

NWCYH offers the following In-House instructional programs:

• Learn to Skate (at Gunnery Rink)
• Intro to Hockey (at both Canterbury Rink and Gunnery Rink)
• Mite Novice (at both Canterbury Rink and Gunnery Rink)
• Short Season Hockey (at Gunnery Rink)

For detailed information about these In-House programs, please visit our In-House Program information page.

The following equipment is mandatory for all hockey participants (Learn to Skate participants need only  a helmet, gloves and skates):

• Helmet with full face shield or cage
• Neck guard
• Mouth guard
• Shoulder pads
• Jersey of your choice (plus, NWCYH will provide these for Intro to Hockey and Mite Novice participants)
• Elbow pads
• Hockey pants
• Male athletic cup or Female Pelvic Protector
• Garter belt (if not included in the athletic cup or pelvic protector)
• Hockey socks
• Hockey gloves
• Hockey skates
• Stick

If you are unsure about the proper equipment to purchase for your child, Northwestern Connecticut Youth Hockey recommends Play It Again Sports in Brookfield, CT and Wesco Sports Center in Brookfield, CT.  Both Play It Again Sports and Wesco Sports Center have supported our program for many years and each offers a wide variety of both new and used hockey equipment. In addition, volunteers will be available at the start of the season to assist you with dressing your child.

For additional information about Northwestern Connecticut Youth Hockey's In House programs, please call the Northwestern Connecticut Youth Hockey hotline at (860) 331-8191 or send an email to .

Download the In House Registration Form

If you prefer to receive your registration packet by mail, contact NWCYH at or call the Hockey hotline at (860) 331-8191.