About Vintage Hockey
Edmonton Vintage Hockey is one of the most well known private
old-timer organizations across the country. Over the years the number
of participants has risen exponentially, attracting elite players from ages
55 up to 89. Hockey players from all walks of life come together to
enjoy shinny hockey blending players with varying abilities and ages in an atmosphere of sportsmanship and fellowship. Just as important
as hockey is the camaraderie, social atmosphere and long lasting
friendships that are part of the Vintage experience. Social events such
as the daily social gardens, special luncheons, humanitarian causes,
inter-squad tournaments, golf tournaments, table tennis matches,
Christmas dinner and dance, bring old and new players together enjoying
extended aspects of the organization.
From October to March Vintage Hockey plays 5 days a week, with 5-6
sessions per day, 29 sessions weekly. From April to June we play 2 days a
week with 4 sessions per day. We sell 30 spots in each session.
Currently we have over 520 active skating members, so we are close to
capacity, if not over.
It is important to note that the group prides itself on sportsmanship.
Teams have no official refs, with posted rules expected to be
followed. Games require full gear and at minimum, a half visor. Vintage Hockey has five levels of play. Members will be placed in the group level which best represents their current level of play. Over the years,
members are evaluated by group leaders, recommending movement up or down in levels which is part of each members hockey journey
with Vintage.
On the competitive side, selected Vintage members participate on
competitive teams in each age category at the Calgary Molson’s
Tournament in February, the Victoria Playmakers Tournament in March,
and the Parksville Tournament in September. Elite members have achieved very high status at both the provincial and national 55+ championships. Over the years, players have experienced top level
competition at these tournaments.
New members are only accepted into Vintage if space permits. Interested
players must be referred to Vintage Hockey by a current member. New
players may be subject to an on-ice complimentary session to determine
their level of play, and their compatibility with the Vintage group.
It’s our policy to only take on new players on the younger side and they
must fit into our Group 1, 1 / 2, or 2 level of play.
Edmonton Vintage plays at the Kinsmen Arenas.
The arenas are located at 1979 - 111 Street NW, Edmonton, AB.
Please visit http://www.kinsmenarenas.com for additional information
about the facility.
E-mail: Vintage55Hockey@gmail.com
For additional Edmonton Vintage information, see the above menu.