Tools for Coaches
Ringette Canada's National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
Coaches are fundamental to the development of our players. In order to be effective, coaches need to have the right qualifications and the proper training.
Ringette Ontario has the latest information on becoming a Coach, Trainer or Manager. The process to become a Certified Coach, Trainer or Manager is located at the Ringette Ontario Coaching Information Website.
All coaches, trainers and managers must set up a profile with Ringette Canada and also with the Coach Locker. It is free to create a profile in both.
Create your profile with Coach Locker first as you will need the NCCP # for your Ringette Canada profile.
Once you have created your profiles, you will have access to information on coaching courses. These courses can be registered for online, and you will also be able to access any materials that you may need to complete before attending a course. Videos and other resources can be found in the TOOLS tab.
Ringette Canada is the place where you take and complete your manager's certification program online.
Ringette Ontario updates annually the Required Qualifications for each age and skill level of coach - from Fun1/2/3 to 18+ and for AA/A/B/C. This information is found at the Ringette Ontario Team Staff Qualification website.
Resources for Coaching Staff
These resources are some of the information every member of the bench staff should review as part of their training for their position. The Leagues and Ringette Ontario have a great deal of information that is available.
- Manager's Guide
- Diagram Of Ice Surface
- Practice Plan Forms in PDF
- Practice Plan Forms in Excel Format
Great Lakes Ringette League (GLRL - A/AA League - U14 and Older)
- GLRL Match Penalty Reporting
- GLRL League Rules
- GLRL League Division Convenors
- GLRL League Disciplinary Committee Policy
Lower Ontario Ringette League (LORL - Fun 2/3 - B/C/12A - All Ages)
- LORL Major Penalty Reporting Form
- LORL Player Substitution Form
- LORL League Policies and Procedures
- LORL League Division Convenors
Ringette Ontario (Ringette Governing Body in Ontario)
- RO Injury Reporting - All injuries must be reported within 10 days of initial incident
- RO Coaching Resources
- RO Tournaments and Events
- RO Coaching Info and Requirements
Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
LTAD teaches coaches the focus on the development of the individual, not only the technical skill of the game. The program considers the best interest of the athlete and the development of the sport - it is not about winning at all cost. Kids who have fun playing a sport are more likely to stay active and healthy and have a better chance of becoming a top athlete. It is about providing a good experience to grow the sport of Ringette and our coach certification program is in line with the LTAD program. As coaches, you have a responsibility to teach young people about the importance of honesty, teamwork, fair play, respect and rules. Learn more about the LTAD as it is build on sports science and best practices:
Concussion Resources
Ringette Ontario has many resources on their Concussion Awareness page:
https://ringetteontario.com/content/concussion-awareness
Please review and use this page for any head injury.
Make sure you have done the Making Headway course.
Last updated: September 26, 2024
