❄️ How to Start Playing Ringette as an Adult in Ottawa❄️

Your Complete Beginner Roadmap (No Experience Needed!)

Ringette is one of Ottawa’s fastest-growing ice sports for adults — especially women who want a fun, supportive, and low-pressure way to get active. Whether you’re brand new to skating or looking for a fresh challenge, ringette offers speed, teamwork, cardio, and an amazing community.

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help adults begin playing ringette in Ottawa — even if you’ve never held a ringette stick before.

⭐ Step 1: Get Comfortable on Skates

You don’t need perfect skating skills to start ringette, but getting comfortable helps a lot.Start with:

• Public skating at local rinks

• Learn-to-skate programs

• Practicing balance, stride, and turning

• Wearing warm, flexible clothing

Once you can skate forward and stop (even a little), you’re ready for beginner ringette.

⭐ Step 2: Get Basic Ringette Equipment

Beginners only need a few essentials:

• Helmet with full cage

• Neck guard

• Shoulder pads

• Elbow pads

• Gloves

• Shin guards

• Girdle or hockey pants

• Ringette stick

• Hockey skates

For a full checklist, see the Ringette Equipment Guide on OttawaHockeyHub.ca.

⭐ Step 3: Choose a Beginner-Friendly Ringette Program

Ottawa offers several beginner and adult recreational options:

• GAARA (Gloucester Adult Ringette)

• CORA (City of Ottawa Ringette Association)

• WORA (West Ottawa Ringette Association)

Most programs welcome new adults with no skating or sport experience.

⭐ Step 4: Attend a “Try Ringette” or Learn-to-Play Session

These sessions are designed specifically for beginners.

They help you learn:

• Passing and receiving

• Basic skating movements

• Team communication

• Ring control

• Simple rules and gameplay

They’re low-pressure, fun, and supportive — perfect for adults.

⭐ Step 5: Join a Team or Recreational League

Once you’re comfortable, you can join:

• Beginner house leagues

• Recreational adult teams

• Women’s teams

• Co-ed recreational programs

Most leagues place you on a team based on skill and comfort level.

⭐ Step 6: Have Fun and Keep Learning

The more you play, the more confident you’ll become.Most adult beginners say they wish they had started sooner — the sport is that fun.

🥅 Want to Start Playing Ringette in Ottawa?

Visit OttawaHockeyHub.ca/ringette-ottawa for:

• Ringette programs

• Beginner gear

• Local associations

• Ottawa women’s ringette resources

Your first skate is only the beginning!

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OttawaHockeyHub.ca — Your trusted guide for ringette programs, beginner resources, and women’s ice sports in Ottawa.