What certification do U11 to U21 recreational coaches need?
Rule- British Columbia
- Canada
- BC Hockey
- Minor hockey
- U7-U21
- 2026-27
- Coaches
Per BC Hockey's coach requirements table (CL2 = Coach 2, Coach Level; HC = Hockey Canada). Head and assistant coaches need the same certification unless noted:
- U11: CL2, or HC Coach 2 and HC Coach 2-U11. The head coach also needs a checking certification.
- U13 Recreational: CL2, or HC Coach 2 and HC Coach 2-U13. The head coach also needs checking.
- U15 Recreational: CL2, or HC Coach 2 and HC Coach 2 U15/18. The head coach also needs checking.
- U18 Recreational: CL2, or HC Coach 2 and HC Coach 2-U15/U18.
- U21 Recreational: CL2 or HC Coach 2.
Source: BC Hockey, Coach Requirements by Division and Role (https://www.bchockey.net/coaches/be-a-coach/team-requirements).
Added 25 Oct 2026