Coaches Resources

What do I need to coach?

If you would like to coach in the upcoming season, please contact our team by e-mailing info@semiahmooravens.ca.

Steps to Become a Coach

  1. 1

    Express Your Interest

    Contact the Semiahmoo Ravens team to express your desire to coach.

  2. 2

    Hockey Canada Registry

    Set up a Hockey Canada Registry account and link your Hockey Canada ID to view your qualifications.

  3. 3

    Criminal Record Check (CRC)

    Required every 3 seasons. Complete online at justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck using access code 474NMQ6BQH, or in-person at your local RCMP with a CRC Volunteer Letter and two pieces of ID.

  4. 4

    Respect in Sport (RIS)

    Renewed every 5 seasons. Complete the RIS-Activity Leaders Course at bch.respectgroupinc.com/koala_final/ using access code SMH-T2D4W8D.

  5. 5

    Concussion Awareness Training (CATT)

    Complete the online CATT-Coach course at cattonline.com/home.

  6. 6

    Coaching Certification & Clinics

    Complete the required BC Hockey coaching course for your division. Courses are available on the BC Hockey website in early October.

Forms & Resources

Coach Application Form Download PDF Coach Reimbursement Form Download Coach Code of Conduct Download PDF Parent Code of Conduct Download PDF Hockey Canada Medical Form Download PDF Open Ice Allocation Download PDF

Key Links

TeamSnap Visit Site Spordle Visit Site BC Hockey Coaching Info Visit Site PCAHA Rules Visit Site

FAQs

What type of training do Coaches receive?
Semiahmoo Ravens Hockey takes great pride in recruiting and supporting some of the best coaches in the Province. Our non-parent paid coaching staff work primarily with Rep teams and have extensive experience; many have coached at Junior or college programs. All Coaches must meet Hockey Canada Certification standards, complete CRC, Respect in Sport, Concussion training, and commit to the Semiahmoo Ravens Hockey Coaches Code of Conduct.
What quality of coaches does Semiahmoo have in Rep and C division?
We hire the highest quality paid coaches for our Rep programs. C Division coaches are experienced parents who help players enjoy the game while developing.
Who are your professional skill development coaches?
Visit our Team Page to see our Hockey Development team and coaches.
What are ice time expectations in Rep?
U9 Major, U11, U13: equal ice time for all players. U15 and U18: ice time managed based on efforts, abilities, and team success.
What are ice time expectations in C Division?
Players in C Division should receive equal opportunities and equal ice time.
How are coaches expected to manage goaltenders in Rep?
Coaches are expected to rotate goalies each game in U11. In U13, U15, and U18, games played should be relatively balanced by end of season.