development handbook - Ontario Minor Hockey Association
development handbook - Ontario Minor Hockey Association
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Initiation (CHIP) Clinic Fact Sheet<br />
Canadian <strong>Hockey</strong> Initiation Program (CHIP)<br />
CLINIC LENGTH<br />
The Initiation (CHIP) clinic is 6 hours in length and includes 1.5 hours of ice.<br />
MINIMUM AGE TO ATTEND<br />
Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age to attend the clinic. Participants aged below 16 will be<br />
identified with ‘Associate Status’ until they reach the age of 16. These young people serve as assistants to more<br />
experienced Initiation Program Instructors in the program.<br />
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS<br />
$55.00 per participant (Includes GST); Minimum attendance 25 / Maximum 40.<br />
The Host Centre may increase cost to participants to recover presentation costs. Workshops must be operated<br />
on a cost-recovery basis.<br />
HOW DOES MY CENTRE HOST?<br />
Contact the Regional Development Coordinators in your area listed in this <strong>handbook</strong>.<br />
EXPIRATION<br />
Initiation (CHIP) certification does not have an expiry date.<br />
INITIATION PROGRAMMING INFORMATION<br />
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<strong>Association</strong> Initiation Program Certification<br />
<strong>Association</strong>s implementing the Initiation Program are eligible for OMHA Certification. Certification consists of<br />
completing an IP Questionnaire, as well as observation/monitoring by an OMHA designated IP representative to<br />
ensure the <strong>Association</strong> is adhering to the program implementation guidelines and philosophy. IP-Certified<br />
<strong>Association</strong>s receive a banner suitable for display in your local arena.<br />
Initiation Program Fun Festivals<br />
The IP Festival concept is designed to provide a venue to focus initial exposure to hockey for all participants:<br />
players, parents and family, administrators, and <strong>Association</strong>s. It also serves as a showcase for your <strong>Association</strong><br />
in the community. The IP Festival is designed to be a comprehensive program, offering both on-ice and off-ice<br />
sessions for all participants.<br />
For more information on IP Festivals visit the OMHA website<br />
INITIATION (CHIP) ASSOCIATE STATUS – RATIONALE<br />
The intent of this ‘Associate’ status provides an opportunity and encouragement to young potential future<br />
coaches to gain experience in assisting experienced IP Instructors. This enables these young people to serve<br />
as assistants and contribute toward the implementation and delivery of the IP in their Local <strong>Association</strong> while<br />
at the same time enhancing their personal <strong>development</strong> under the guidance of experienced IP Instructors.<br />
Much like the IP itself for players it is hoped that this will serve as a formative initiation to coaching.
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