Canterbury Ice Hockey League: Premier Division
Come watch the fastest and coolest sport in Canterbury! See the high energy and excitement of a live ice hockey game in Canterbury's Premier Division, with some of the most skilled players in New Zealand facing off against each other. The Alpine Ice Sports Centre venue features a heated cafe with a wide selection of treats and beverages to help you enjoy the games.
2026 Premier Division Player Registration
CLICK HERE to register
The CIHL Premier Division is Canterbury's highest level of adult recreational, non-checking play. Players are assigned to teams through a draft process for balance and to create a fresh, social, competitive playing environment each year.
SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2026 at 8pm: DRAFT NIGHT AT THE BEALEY
A social Premier Draft Night will be held Thursday, October 8 where draught pints will be imbibed while draft picks are announced. Which Team Will You Receive?
Format and Schedule (Subject to Change)
-
Prem players are drafted onto teams (4 teams of ~13 skaters + 1 goalie expected)
-
18 game season Thursdays 8pm & 9.30pm, expected season from Oct 15 to late March or early April
-
Players should be Grade 1 or solid Grade 2 level age 16+ (as at March 31, 2027)
Prices and Registration
-
$94 initial payment to register for the season, followed by 4 instalment payments of $146 on the 1st of each month Nov-Feb ($678 total, or save $30 and pay $648 for the entire season in advance)
-
Register early to save money: prices increase by $50 after September 23
-
Goalies half price
-
Undrafted players will be fully refunded; undrafted goalies will be placed on a priority list for substitute play
- CIHA and IHNZ memberships required and will be added to your online cart if you don't already have them
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 4
Late registration only accepted if there is space on a team.
You must have a CIHA online account to register. If you don't have one, visit the registration guide.
CLICK HERE to register
Questions? Email info@ciha.org.nz