Shinny

Drop-in Shinny

What is Shinny?
Shinny is informal, pick-up hockey—no league, no refs, no pressure. Just show up, jump on the ice, and play.

Drop-in shinny means there’s no long-term commitment. Players rotate in and out, teams are mixed up on the fly, and the focus is on fun, fitness, and getting some quality ice time. Pay at the Front Desk.

Now available at the Olympic Oval, it’s hockey the way it’s meant to be: fast, friendly, and open to all skill levels.

Shinny Schedule

Shinny Rules & Guidelines

  • Who can play: Open to the public, ages 18+, or adult Olympic Oval season pass holders
  • Equipment: Full hockey gear is required, including a CSA-approved helmet with full-face cage
  • Play style:
    • No slap shots
    • No body contact
  • Format:
    • Drop-in play only—no organized teams or referees
    • No score clock or timed periods
  • Goalies: Welcome! Full goalie equipment is required
  • What’s provided: Hockey nets
  • What to bring: Your own puck (pucks are not provided)

Shinny at the Olympic Oval is hockey at its purest—no pressure, no tryouts, just great ice and great fun.

Chad Matheson

Chad Matheson

Team Lead, Sports Activites