ForumPage

REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2010/2011

Online Registration for 2010/2011 season is now available!

• Online Registration is a new service available to our membership since last year. With Online Registration, you can pay by cheque or Paypal. Payment by Paypal is only available through Online Registration.  You do not need to have a PayPal account to use the PayPal feature.
• NOTE: As of Sept 1st PayPal is back up and running. Sorry for any inconvenience. If you have any issues please contact Yvette Heimbecker at 519-249-1086.
• Registration will be available at the Bunny and CRA Banquet in April for returning players.
• Walk-in Registration will be Thursday Sept 9th, 2010 (7:00pm -9:00pm) and Saturday Sept 11th, 2010 (9:00am -12:00pm) both at Preston Auditorium - Board Room (upstairs)

Note: for 2009/2010 season and onward the titles of the age groups have changed as well as some minor changes to the age of players within age groups.
Notice: New Division Names
The future of Canadian Sport. This is part of the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD). What does this mean to us? The first impact you will notice will be the re-naming of age divisions. No longer will our smallest players be called "Bunnies". Effective starting the 2009/2010 season and onward, the following age divisions will be used.

2010/2011 Season Rates:

To register for the 2010/2011 season (Registration will begin in April), please choose one of the options below.

• Registering Online - by clicking the 'Online Registration' Button under the Cambridge Ringette Association Section at the top left hand side of the screen.
• Registering at the Banquet in April for returning players.
• Registering at the Walk-in Registration Thursday Sept 9th, 2010 (7:00pm -9:00pm) and Saturday Sept 11th, 2010 (9:00am -12:00pm) both at Preston Auditorium - Board Room (upstairs)

  Please make sure the information on the registration form is correct and complete. The registration fee MUST be included for your child to be fully registered. * Bunny Raffle Ticket Fees MUST also be included for your child to be fully registered.

• 
  CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL ICE EVALUATION TIMES
  U7 - Bunnies/Cottontails (Learn to Skate/Play)
  Regular Program starts the first Sunday after Thanksgiving (Oct 17th) 8:00am at Hespeler#1 Every Sunday until mid March. (no evaluations)
  
  U9 - Bunny Select
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 1:00pm
  
  U10 - Novice
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 1:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Hespeler #1 - 1:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 1:00pm
  
  U12 - Petite
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 2:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Karl Homuth - 4:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 2:00pm
  
  U14 - Tween
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 3:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Karl Homuth - 5:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 3:00pm
  
  U16 - Junior
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 4:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Karl Homuth - 6:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 4:00pm
  
  U19 - Belle
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 5:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Karl Homuth - 7:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 5:00pm
  
  18+B - Open B (Contact Cathy Nie for details - 519-623-8223 or Cathy's Email )
  Saturday, September 25 at Karl Homuth - 5:00pm
  Sunday, September 26 at Karl Homuth - 7:00pm
  Saturday, October 2 at Karl Homuth - 5:00pm
  
  

• See above for regional ice evaluations. These ice times will determine player placement for the 2010/2011 season. Tryouts for Provincial Teams will be posted on the CRA Provincial Tryout page and will begin in mid April 2010

  If Payment is by Cheque (online - Pay in Person), please mail or drop off the completed registration and payment to –
  
  Cambridge Ringette Association REGISTRAR
  c/o Yvette Heimbecker
  126 McCormick Drive
  Cambridge, Ontario
  N3C 4E4
  
  
  If you have any questions concerning the registration process,
  please contact YVETTE HEIMBECKER at 519-249-1086.

  ---

  
  GENERAL INFORMATION
  
  Ringette … an energetic ice sport with a difference!
  • We provide an opportunity for girls and young women to play the ice sport of RINGETTE.
  • Skating is emphasized as is fitness, coordination, judgment, teamwork, positional play and sportsmanship. Great opportunity for girls to have fun and stay fit.
  • Ringette is an exciting ice sport. Players typically find ringette a faster skating sport compared to hockey. Unlike hockey, body checking is prohibited. Equipment for ringette differs slightly from hockey. Ringette rules promote passing and team play.
  • Skating lessons are offered for young children (both girls and boys) in our Learn to Skate program. Skating lessons form an excellent foundation to support later play in either ringette or hockey, or both.
  • We offer weekly games, practices or Learn to Skate sessions from September to April.
  • Power Skating sessions are offered from September to March.
  • End of season banquet and trophies/awards are included.

  ---

  FUNDING FOR PLAYERS

Kids Can Play*

Families in need of financial support may apply through Kids Can Play Cambridge. Funding is available for qualified children under the age of 16, living or attending school in Cambridge.

To apply for funding please download the application from the CRA website under the Document and Form Page.

Click here for Kids Can Play Guidelines & Application document (PDF)
 
Simply fill out the application and mail, email or fax it (along with the applicable financial information) to Kids Can Play.  Applications are  assessed within approx. two days of receipt.

Kids Can Play Cambridge
PO Box #23012 Westgate Mall
Cambridge, ON N1S 4Z6
Phone/Fax (519)651-2847

Please note that due to the currently high level of need it is best to apply for funding early.  Contact Kids Can Play for further details.
   
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Foundation*

Who do they fund? Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a charitable program that helps kids in financial need aged 4 to 18 participated in organized sport and recreation activities.

How can I apply to have my child supported through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program? The Canadian Tire Jumpstart program works with community organizations to form local Chapters that identify and approve the children who receive support.  If you would like to apply for  your child to receive support, Canadian Tire Jumpstart accepts applications from eligible families twice per year 1) the last 2 weeks in January; and 2) the last 2 weeks in July.

The applications process is handled through a central toll free call centre (1-877-616-6600).  Please call this number or view the website for more detail at www.canadiantire.ca/jumpstart

* Please note that the  CRA is not affiliated with Jumpstart or Kids Can Play.  This information is provided as a service to our players.

Powerskating
Ringette Powerskating is an intense and productive program for Ringette players to develop their skating abilities. Sessions are offered by experienced instructors using proven powerskating exercises. Classes cover the essentials of skating techniques as they apply to the game of Ringette. Emphasis is on developing good "habits" at a young age. These include proper stance and body positioning as well as the rudiments for a long and powerful stride. Sessions run September to December and January to March. Registration details for this program are posted on the CRA website Player Development page in late summer / early fall.

Cotton Tail Group

Learn to skate Program for girls/boys age 4 -7

Emphasis on fun and games that promote balance, agility and strengthening, while learning to skate.

Free registration with sale of Cambridge raffle tickets

Excellent program for girls skating for the first time.

Bunny Group

Further development of skating skills, fitness, strength and balance. (Girls age 4 - 7)

Introduction to the basic rules of the game of ringette.

Fun games of ringette with other associations, non-competitive and no scores on clock, or standings are kept.

Emphasis on fun, fitness and friendship.

 

Teams competing in the "A/AA/Provincial" level are Provincial Teams with league play in the Central Ontario Ringette League (CORL). These teams vie to compete at the Ontario Provincial Championships and "AA" level teams with an opportunity to advance to the Canadian National Championships. These teams compete in 3 to 6 tournaments per season. CRA Provincial teams foster the highest standards of personal excellence and team competition.  Click on link below for information about the Jennifer Gaudet Award. The Jennifer Gaudet Award

Teams competing at the B/C level are Cambridge Regional Teams with league play in the Southern Region Ringette League (SRRL). Regional Teams also compete in the Southern Region Ringette Association (SRRA) Championship Tournament held yearly in late March / early April. These Teams may compete in 1 to 3 additional tournaments per season planned through a joint effort amongst parents, players and coaching staff.

The 18+ (Open) B Team is an Adult Team with league play in the South Western Intermediate Ringette League (SWIRL). This Team competes in the annual Adult Provincial Championships.

The 18+ (Open) AA Team is an Adult Team which competes nationally in the NRL with teams from across Canada. Check out the NRL website www.nationalringetteleague.ca for details.

The season runs September to April. Games are typically once per week dependant on home and away teams ice schedules. Games occur mostly on weekends, but there may be some weeknight games. Practices are typically once per week and emphasize skill development and strategy. Some tournaments may include Friday daytime games. Tryouts for Provincial Teams occur in both the spring and fall.

Driving depends on league. Example:
• SRRL teams - Paris, St.Catherines, Mississauga, Burlington, Hamilton.
• CORL teams – Burlington, Guelph, Richmond Hill, Whitby, Niagara Falls.
• SWIRL teams – Guelph, Waterloo, Kitchener, London, Strathroy.

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

The Cambridge Ringette Association (CRA) is a non-profit sports organization, run by unpaid volunteers who are dedicated to providing an opportunity for girls and young women to participate and compete in the ice sport of Ringette, at whatever level their talents will allow.

WHY VOLUNTEER …
Without volunteers, the CRA would not exist. The success of our organization is dependant on volunteers who devote their time to provide a positive, fun environment for our children. Consider volunteering your time to help improve our Association and the experience of our players. There is always plenty of work to do and the rewards are shown every season when players take to the ice. Make your child’s RINGETTE experience a positive one … get involved !!!

HOW CAN I HELP …
Parents, relatives, friends and older ringette players are urged to donate a few hours of volunteer time each month or each quarter. Players, friends and relatives who are in high school can apply volunteer time against high school graduation requirements. There are many ways to help.

CRA Executive
Participate in a leadership role on our CRA Executive. Elections are held for Executive positions at the Annual General Meeting. CRA Executive are required to attend Meetings once per month. Executive members will typically commit a few additional hours of personal time each month depending upon duties required. Executive positions include President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Registrar, Ice Convenor, Equipment Convenor, Director of Coaches, Learn to Skate Convenor, Bunny Convenor, Regional Convenor, Provincial Convenor, Referee In Chief, Public Relations and Sport Development Coordinator.

Apply to Coach or be a Coach in Training
Coaching is a great way to be involved. CRA teams are coached by qualified volunteers. Training to attain qualifications is funded by the CRA. Coaching applications are received each spring for the coming season. Head Coach duties include selecting a coaching staff, creating a business plan/team budget, and organizing tournaments for the team. The minimum age for Coach in Training (CIT) is currently 16 years of age.

Referee / Officiate Games
Officiating is a great way for players who enjoy ringette to get more ice time, be involved in the sport in a new way, and give something back to the game. To certify as an on-ice official, one must attend a certification course and pass a test. Basic certification can be obtained in one weekend, after which a referee will be qualified to officiate younger players. To advance in certification to officiate higher levels of competition, the referee is evaluated on the ice during games. In addition to getting healthy exercise, it’s fun, and REFEREES ARE PAID for each game they officiate. CRA is eager to certify more players as referees. You must be a responsible, mature individual and at least 13 years of age. Contact the CRA Referee-In-Chief for more information. See our CRA Executive page for contact information.

Timekeepers / Scorekeepers
A great way for players to earn extra pocket money. This is a PAID position. You must be responsible, mature and between the ages of 11 and 14. Timekeepers and scorekeepers are required for all home games. Training is provided by the CRA Director of Minor Officials. Contact the CRA Director of Minor Officials for more information. See our CRA Executive page for contact information.

Bingos
Volunteers are required to help run our Bingos at the Cambridge Bingo Centre. A time commitment of 4 hours (for one Bingo) is required. The profits from our Bingos are turned back to the program to help keep our fees low, buy uniforms, goalie equipment, rings, pay for ice, game officials and certify new coaches. Each CRA team must provide volunteers to assist with Bingo hours.

Only have time for a few hours a season to help out?
Talk to an executive member. There's always need for help fundraising, marketing, tournaments or sponsorships.