The NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT program is designed to ensure a positive experience for new-to-hockey families.
We want families to experience the game at its best — to understand why so many Canadians feel an inherent love for the sport, and to stimulate a desire for continued participation.
We want to take away any intimidation as it relates to equipment requirements, and/or rules of the game, remove potential safety concerns, and most importantly, provide an experience that is memorable and fun.
We believe in all hockey has to offer kids, their families and our communities. We designed the FIRST SHIFT to facilitate entry into hockey by offering a program that is ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, SAFE, and most importantly, FUN! We cannot wait to help your kids fall in love with hockey.
Thank you for your interest in the Coastal Tsunami First Shift program!
Program Overview:
• Ages: 4-6 years old
• Eligibility: Participants must not have been previously registered in minor hockey.
• Capacity: Limited to 15 boys and 15 girls.
• Coaching Staff: Samantha Storvold (Head Coach), Ethan Smid (Assistant Coach), with on-ice assistance from Coastal Tsunami players.
Participant registration fee of $299 includes:
- BAUER Equipment (Head-to-Toe)
- Welcome Event
- Equipment fitting demonstration
- Expert fit session and equipment distribution
Important Dates:
• Registration Opens: July 15, 2025
• Welcome Event & Player Equipment Fitting: September 17, 2025
• Equipment Distribution: October 8, 2025
• First Ice Session: October 15, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
• Regular Ice Sessions: October 15, 2025 - January 28, 2026. All 13 sessions are on Wednesdays from 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM (excluding December 3rd, 24th, 31st).
• Special Event: December 6 (Saturday) - On-ice appearance during a TSUNAMI game, including free game tickets and VIP Room access for the Christmas Party
Please Note: Do NOT register through the FIRST SHIFT website. All registrations will be handled directly by Coastal Tsunami.
