Never 2 Late Hockey players practicing on the ice

2026 programs complete • Spring & summer 2027

YOUR FIRST
SHIFT
STARTS HERE.

Our successful 2026 programs have wrapped up. Never 2 Late Hockey will return with spring and summer programs in 2027. Exact dates to be announced

10 or 20 WeeksProgressive program
1 hourOn ice sessions
BeginnerNo hockey experience needed
Co-edSmall adult groups
Never 2 Late Hockey participants smiling together on the bench Program Companion

Included with your program

More than ice time. Your program stays with you.

The Program Companion gives registered attendees one secure place for schedules, attendance responses, practice media, progress, makeup sessions and team communication.

  • See what is coming up and respond to sessions
  • View practice photos, videos and player resources
  • Message the coaching team privately or connect with your group
Secure access is available to registered attendees using the email on their program record.

That’s a wrap on 2026

10 weeks of grit, growth and a whole lot of laughter.

The final Friday session group was the perfect capstone to an incredible season. Seeing everyone from both Tuesday's and Friday's groups confidently put those skills to work was unbeatable.

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up, worked hard and brought the fun every single week. It is a wrap for now, but we are already counting down to next spring.

Reserve your Spring 2027 spot

Adult beginner hockey

You have watched the game. Maybe you have always wanted to play. Now it is your turn.

Never 2 Late Hockey is a co-ed learn-to-play program created for adults who are new to hockey or still building the confidence to join a recreational game.

We slow the game down, teach the fundamentals in a logical order and create room to practice without pressure. You will be surrounded by adults who are starting from the same place.

Explore the full program
Never 2 Late Hockey participants and goalie at the rink
All Adult Ages Welcome

Your time on the ice

Learn the fundamentals. Practice the skill. Put them into play.

Build your skating and hockey skills through clear instruction, guided practice and beginner game situations. Learn at a comfortable pace alongside other adults.

01

Build your skills

Develop stance, balance, edges, starts, stops, turns, puck control, passing and shooting through guided on-ice drills.

02

Learn the game

Put those skills to work through beginner game situations. Explore positioning, teamwork and game flow as your confidence grows.

What you will gain

More control. More confidence. More enjoyment of the game.

01

Skating foundation

More control through stance, balance, edges, starts, stops and turns.

02

Hockey confidence

Comfort with equipment, puck skills, positioning, rules and game flow.

03

Connection & teamwork

Learn alongside other adults and become part of the game together.

04

A next step

A practical path toward more skills work, beginner shinny or recreational play.

Coach Devon Westby

Meet your coach

Clear instruction. Patient progression. Respect for every participant.

Devon Westby is a former elite-level player with Alberta Junior Hockey League experience and a long history of coaching hockey and rugby for adults and youth.

His playing, coaching, community and safety experience shape every session: prepare well, teach the person in front of you and make the rink somewhere adults want to return to.

About Devon

Participant feedback

Confidence grows faster in the right room.

“The Never 2 Late Hockey Program has made learning hockey fun and stress-free for me. I’ve gained so much confidence on the ice.”
Emily
“Joining this program was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The coaching is excellent, and the atmosphere is so welcoming.”
Michael
“I’ve learned more in a few weeks than I ever thought possible. The support from coaches and fellow players is incredible.”
Davis