How to Put on and Fit your Hockey Gear Properly

[@kniesDat]

Great video. Always wanted to play ice hockey and now in my early 20s I can finally afford it, this was really helpful!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Bhaw1 Thanks! Great to hear that you’ve been able to start playing; it’s never too late. I’ve started playing goalie now at age 36 after retiring as a player last season😃

[@78logistics]

Enjoy. I learned to skate at 28 and played defence until 40, then became a goalie. At 60 I am still on the ice five days a week.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

MITCH MACLEOD that’s awesome! Yeah it’s tons of fun, just sometimes my groins give me some problems 🙈

[@78logistics]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool trying hard to get myself back into shape and this activity has helped...I have lost about 75 lbs this year. 25 to go. Nothing worse than a fat goaltender!!!

[@portwill]

I really would try it out and learn it but everything is closed due to Covid restrictions, onl my pro players are allowed in the rink

[@ryanduray1]

Joining a beer league this spring at age 40. Haven't suited up in hockey gear since I was 12. Thanks for making this, it's very helpful.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re welcome! Have fun!

[@Solaris501]

Same I’m 41. Best decision of my life.

[@guidosarducci166]

50 here. Always wanted to play, so here it goes! I'm still at the "baby giraffe learning to walk" stage of the program, so actual hockey might be a little while yet, but it's an adventure!

[@garrydolley]

@@Solaris501 and I'm just getting started, at 43!

[@Bstonz85]

@@guidosarducci166I’m 38, never played before but really want to. I’m terrified of the equipment price though. Still learning the rules but damn I want to play.

[@inDefEE]

Hey Marcel, just wanted to thank you so much for this video. I'm 33 and just did my first stick and puck. I could never have gotten myself dressed and known what to buy without this video!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hey Brandon, really glad I could help you out! Have fun at stick and puck; it’s a really good place to start learning the game!

[@freddiemac5475]

I have never been interested in hockey, however I have started a journey with Aggressive Inline Skating. Come to find out some of my favorite bladers started out with hockey and ventured into Inline skating and it shows with their control of the skates. Thanks for all of your work. 👍✌️✌️

[@lizzie6895]

thank you for this!! i've wanted to play hockey for forever and finally built up the courage to join my school's team! thank you so much for this video

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re welcome! Have fun!

[@frostbitev335]

I’ve got my first ever training tonight I’m so nervous

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

It’s totally normal to be nervous, so you’re not alone there. Find a routine that you do before practices/games. That will help. And once you hit the ice, the nervousness goes away!

[@aprilsage7303]

everyone else: i'm just starting to play hockey this is so helpful thanks! me: im writing a fanfic involving hockey this is so helpful thanks!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad you liked it!

[@SuperYogagirl]

Thanks!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Thank you!

[@anbruh330]

Great video. Playing hockey at 13 and have been playing but didn’t know about that zipper at the top of the hockey pants, and never tucked my tounge under my knee pads. Definitely found this interesting! Thanks!!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad you liked it! Yeah the zipper thing is a new thing- I didn't realize there was one on my pants for a couple of days :D For me, tucking the tongue is just the most comfortable way!

[@Jolie.Spindler]

I play hockey and know how to put my gear on I just find these entertaining 😂

[@I_Exist_.]

Thanks Marcel! I’m playing hockey for the first time and this was really helpful 🙂

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help you out!

[@Lilly-bx4kn]

First time hockey mom here, really appreciate this video. Dressing my son feels like a puzzle lol! I think I now realize why he said his shin pad felt uncomfortable, I’ll try tucking tongue under the shin pad like you suggest. Thanks!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@Lilly-bx4kn you’re welcome! Yeah I definitely prefer tongue under shin pad!

[@zachhall1134]

Thanks so much just started and bought some gear had no idea what to put on first

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help you out!

[@lightstar52899]

24 getting into playing hockey for real. Thanks for the tips. Im more of a goalie but I have been thinking of switching up

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re welcome! I love playing goalie too!

[@Khockey1777]

im just starting hockey and got my first batch of gear this is an awesome video im subscribing and giving a like

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Awesome, appreciate it! Good luck starting out!

[@aceofspades3964]

Don’t break your face man

[@Muscle_man_max]

Hey man i just wanted to thank you because i recently joined my school hockey team and wanted to start playing ice hockey but then i realised i didnt even know what i would wear 🤣 but thanks to this video i have the idea of what i need and i can start saving for the kit

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help you out! Hope you were able to find a new set of gear!

[@BaniBani_1998]

I’ve never played hockey in my life, but I still wanted to know how y’all put in gear. Very educational, thank you!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re welcome! You should try it out!

[@pourtatouuu]

Thank you so much I just started hockey “lil league” and this will be my first time full gear on ice so thanks for the tips

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re most welcome! Have fun!

[@gabe4345]

Thanks for the help I just started playing about a year ago. and now I need to be able to do it on my own. So thank you

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re most welcome!

[@iamLeilaSafary]

Great one! For me as a mom who does not have any idea about this sport, this video did a well-done job! Thanks so much😊😊!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re most welcome!

[@chrisgetsgainz]

i’ve never played hockey but i want to and im slowly getting pieces of gear one by one. could you make a list of everything you have/need?

[@Natalia-hm3rm]

Skates, shin pads, pants, socs for under gear and outside, cup/shorts, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, jersey, helmet/cage, mouth guard, stick/stick tape

[@donniefleuryy.29]

very informative. getting ready to start on a local 14u bantam team. first season playing hockey!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help. Good luck and have fun!

[@donniefleuryy.29]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool i really appreciate this.

[@Here4Years]

This brings back a lot of memories, but things have really changed since I last played.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

oh yeah it's changed a ton!

[@Fresh.Ice.]

Thanks for the help. I've been trying to play ice hockey

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You're welcome. Good luck with it!

[@johnv9052]

Thank you for this! I always wanted to learn to play and I’m learning to skate now. I’m 24 and hope it’s not too late to learn lol

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You're welcome! 24 is definitely not too late; you're in your prime!

[@alexispopko768]

Marcel- thank you for the great video! I moved up north from Texas where I had never even seen a game of hockey before and it is now my favorite sport! I am working towards going to my first stick and puck soon... is there gear specific for women I should look for? Or is all of it unisex with the size just depending on your body type? This is the only thing stopping me from buying full gear

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hi Alexis, Glad that you’ve discovered hockey! Companies have started making equipment specifically designed for women, which is very cool. You don’t really need it as a beginner though. An elbow pad it still an elbow pad. The only thing you really need different is a jillstrap instead of a jockstrap.

[@KLRCAT]

Awesome video! I haven't played hockey since I was 19 (I'm 29 this year), I'm starting to play Recreational Hockey this year, and my shoulder pads and gloves don't quite fit me, but its close enough that I should be able to play Rec with no issue (until I buy some new gear). I decided to stick with my fishbowl visor, as I would like to keep most of my teeth (I will also have a cage as backup), this is because I took 2 slapshots to the face when I was a teenager, only reason I still have my teeth was cause I was wearing that Fishbowl.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Thank you and have fun! Yeah there’s no real reason if you’re playing Rec hockey to not wear a fishbowl or cage.

[@JCB49]

I have my first game in like a month and I’m really nervous, good video

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Good luck and have fun!

[@JCB49]

Thanks

[@paxtonthomas3811]

Thanks,I’m just trying out hockey this season!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help. Have fun!

[@melanieharms576]

Großartiger Tipp, die Schienbeinschützer über die Skates zu ziehen. Schade, dass von hinten die Ansicht Brustpanzer zu Hose fehlt. Da bin ich unsicher wie viel Platz dazwischen sein darf und hatte mir hier Input erhofft. Halsschutz fehlt.... und wir tragen noch ein dünnes Schweißband unterm Helm und Schwitzhandschuhe. Danke für die tollen Videos, schon viel gelernt von Dir.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hinten zwischen Brustpanzer und Hose sollte es kein Platz geben. Und Ja, mittlerweile Halskrause absolut Pflicht!

[@ladismn217]

Great video! Thank you for this. I'm still a starter but stuff like this really helps! Subbed

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help and thanks for the sub!

[@LMtZ06]

Hi how are you doing hoping doing well I wanted to ask you what do I need to buy if I want to start playing as a hockey or how can I start playing as a goalie from 0

[@f0rt0day777]

Would it be normal for hockey pants to recess a decent amount when sitting down? The pants themselves go down to just barely overlap the top of the shin guard. However, when I'm sitting there is a large gap, like halfway up my thigh. Is that normal? I can't quit tell how yours go when your sitting. Thanks for the amazing video. Best I've seen so far!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Thank you! It’s pretty normal for them to slide up a couple of inches when sitting. I wouldn’t say half the way up the thigh, but yeah, they should slide up a bit.

[@jaiyasankofa5633]

Thanks so much for this video, I’m ten years old and struggling with my skates but now this video helped me a lot thanks so much:)!!!!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad that I could help! Proper fitting skates is key!

[@googuser7193]

So this is unrelated but any tips on how to practice crossovers?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Here’s a full crossover tutorial of mine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH67cnegh5ifoZY The video is in German because I live and coach in Germany but I subtitle them all.

[@Michellusschellus]

What kind of shirt should I put below all the stuff? Like what material? Because I lend some hockey stuff for my first ever training today and they didn’t give or mention any shirts for below so I’m a bit uncertain

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@Michellusschellus I like using a functional fabric that are used in most sport shirts. I don’t like cotton so much because it absorbs are the water and gets heavy and sticky

[@Michellusschellus]

@ I found an old skiing shirt, is that gonna do the job?

[@Bkboss2014]

It look like a lot more then that on tv great video

[@denisecox8857]

Do you need extra padding to prevent things like bruising. My son got injured today. He said his feet got weak and ended up on the board.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

No that’s all the gear you really need. Sometimes you will get bruises- that’s part of any contact sport.

[@denisecox8857]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool thanks for your response. He suspects it's bruising but I think it's muscle spasm because they were playing all day with just an hour and a half rest in addition he had to be doubling up because they were out four players. In the end they won 3rd place. Thanks again

[@vmanannikov]

Hi! Can you say what is your height and weight? What size of pants, shoulder pads you used in this video? Thanks

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Vadim Manannikov I am 1,83m and 91kg. The shoulder pads are L and fit perfectly. The pants are also L, they fit but they have a zipper that you can open to make them 2,5cm longer. I opened this zipper otherwise they would be too short. I think XL pant would fit well for me too.

[@vmanannikov]

Marcel's Hockey School I am in doubt what size of shoulder pads to choose, 1.79m and 89kg. What size would be best for me M or L in your opinion? Thanks

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@vmanannikov I would go with L, and L pants probably as well!

[@vmanannikov]

Marcel's Hockey School thank you

[@ayanamydear2000]

Thanks for the video! I’m starting hockey tomorrow and I completely forgot what order my gear went in😂

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Glad I could help!

[@aaronwhite5206]

so where should my sits does that flap in the go over your belly button cause im a chunky guy and when i put my pants on that flap in the front folds over and sticksout does that mean pants are to small? i wear xl pants but ive tried on xxl pants and i feel like im some what swimming in the pants thats why i got the xl pants. so im not sure what i should.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Yeah it goes over your belly button but it honestly doesn’t serve a huge purpose so if it’s bugging you just cut it out.

[@Oli.hop12]

Hey man great video. I want to get into ice hockey for the first time in goals is their any stores that you would recommend to get the right gear ?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hey thanks! I’m not sure exactly for stores because I don’t know where you live? But definitely try the stuff on in the store- much better than buying online.

[@Oli.hop12]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool thank you for the great advice!

[@meganjoslynnandclay8097]

@@Oli.hop12 I'm sure you already got some cuz this was 3 months ago but if you live near a play it again sports that's a good place

[@Oli.hop12]

@@meganjoslynnandclay8097 thank you for the suggestion but yes i have finally got my equipment. Cheers

[@Mohegansninja]

What if on the shin guards around the calf part is too tight but rest is ok? Trying to fit my daughter into the proper size

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Some shin guards are a bit wider than others. Maybe try to find a wider pair

[@Mohegansninja]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool thank you. Will definitely try that approach.

[@polamundson2660]

My little boy is starting hockey (6 years old). Should I get him loose shorts or tights or pants? What about the socks? Are Velcro socks better?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

That’s really a matter of preference

[@marybertke6890]

Thanks! I'm a figure skater who's just getting interested in maybe playing hockey. 1) What is the purpose of the hockey socks? It seems like they just cover over the top of the padding, so it's not like they protect your skin from chaffing, or keep the padding from getting funky. Do they have any actual function? 2) I've read that one is supposed to have a neck guard, but you're not wearing one. Are they common/uncommon? Thanks!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hockey socks help keep the shin pads in place and it also looks better than just having the shinpads on. Neck guards are mandatory up until the the U20 but no longer for adults

[@sambou6286]

Thank you sir, I love ice skating and ice hockey but where I am from we only have sand😀😀, so I moved to where I could ice skate, now I am starting as a beginner quite late in life. I had some nasty falls... A question though, does the pants protects the hips as well or just the pelvis area. And what hip protector do you recommend? Thank you.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

They pants protect the hips very well as well! You don’t need extra hip protectors

[@sambou6286]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool Much appreciated👍👍

[@JuleThe]

Thank you for this awesome vid!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Pearljamlover2002 you’re welcome!

[@Dessyclips]

What size shin pads do u use, and are 15” good for some one who is 5”9 5”11 on skates

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

I use 15 and I’m 6‘0“ with no skates on, so 15 would be too big for you

[@maxriegger9390]

Hey, gehen die Schienbein/Knie Schützer in den Schlittschuh hinein?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hi, das ist etwas Geschmackssache. Bei mir gehen sie über die Zunge des Skates

[@maxriegger9390]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool danke für die Antwort. Habe heute mein erstes Eishockey Training. Deine Videos haben mir mit gemacht damit anzufangen. Danke dafür

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@maxriegger9390 gerne! Viel Spaß👋

[@evanking8760]

It’s like 1 am and I’m watching this. I don’t even play hockey

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

hope you'll start playing!

[@matts9352]

My son's shoulder pads are a snug fit coming off. They go on easily, but it takes a little more work to get them off. Is this normal? His pads are Warrior and they fit in every other way, but I was looking at these very pads (in a junior small, he's 7yrs old & 4'3") bc they look to be slightly bigger in pics. Are the neck openings different sizes/shape brand to brand? The closest quality hockey store is 1.5hrs one way, not really up for a day long excursion for a pair of pads if I can avoid it.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

they probably are a bit harder to take of because of sweating which makes gear a bit "stickier" when sliding it off, and also because the body expands ever so slightly when it's training/warmed up. All brands will fit a bit differently. As lot as they sit snugly on the shoulders and he's comfortable with them while playing, I wouldn't worry too much.

[@xoxo.linahh]

I am interested in playing hockey.what brand do you recommend

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

That’s good to hear! I am now with Bauer.

[@xoxo.linahh]

Thank you

[@nicktml4683]

So I have ccm pants in a size large, the length seems ok but it feels tight around the crotch without a cup. Should I go up a size to xl?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

The crotch part is usually pretty stretchy though. Try them with a cup before going to XL. I do like my pants a bit looser, but you have to make sure they don't hang over your knees because that will really hinder your skating

[@simonr-b]

What is the brand of your skates?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Simon R-B CCM AS1 Tacks

[@jacekmusial1184]

I don’t know if u will reply but with my knee pads and skates no matter if u tape or put my knee pads on really tight the knee pad always fall down and make the tongued my skate bend is there anyway I can fix that because I’m constantly pulling my knee pads up. Thanks!!!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hmmm…I don’t really know because with tape the knee pads should stay in place. Maybe try different sets of knee pads on and see which fit your legs the best.

[@jacekmusial1184]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool ok

[@elinoldenburg8547]

Great video! Thank you!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

you're most welcome!

[@ShaneGuevara]

How do you know what size jersey to wear? I’ve been told large would be too snug, but I feel like my practice xl is too big.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

That’s mainly a matter of taste. I prefer a looser one, XXL and I’m 183cm and 90kg. As long as the arms don’t hang over the gloves your should be ok!

[@Acekorv]

How do I get my skate tongue under the shinguards?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Just pull the shin pad up and tuck the tongue under

[@MariamAlbaddah]

my problem was always with the shorts either too long or too short, and since you said your shorts can extend an give an extra inch i wanted to ask what shorts you are wearing

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@MariamAlbaddah in the video those were CCM Protacks shorts. I’m not sure what the model would be now.

[@lung19881117]

As a beginner, should I choose a helmet with a cage?🙇

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

For just skating, no. For hockey, definitely

[@lung19881117]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool So the helmet you're wearing is for advanced players?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@lung19881117 yes

[@auggieimagamer5365]

If you haven’t gkt your jersey yet can you use a hoodie?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

I guess you could, you’d need a very big hoodie though

[@HockeyJock]

Just stopped by to represent.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

💪💪💪

[@HockeyJock]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool 👊🏼

[@kas2070lu]

Hey Marcel kannst du auch mal so ein Video über Goalie Ausrüstung machen nachdem ja jetzt dann die Session beginnt

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Hi, ja habe ich definitiv nicht vor, ich weiß bloß nicht wann.

[@s_car.]

What's the size of those shin guards?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

15 inch. It’s weird though cuz my Bauer 15 inches are a bit longer than the CCMs

[@s_car.]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool yeah I noticed that as well in the hockey shop that I went today. Getting 15" then instead of 16" Thanks a lot coach

[@kanf.7708]

Great video

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Thank you!

[@antxz1712]

Got signed up for beer league and i gotta figure everything out now so i dont get hazed too much lol

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

you'll be fine. The players in beer league with absolutely perfect gear are usually the ones who think that rec league is the NHL

[@gabe4345]

Side note I can’t fit my tongue under my knee pad. I want to do it because I’m still new to hockey. Could you help me out?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

If it doesn’t fit at all then leave the tongue out, but I’ve never heard of that before. Or maybe get slightly wider shin pads?

[@k.latvia2333]

Hey I have a question seeing that you respond years later still I'm 14 and I would really like to make ice hockey my career i started 2months ago i know how to skate now I'm just going to ice hockey training I've searched up if 14 is too late and i get different answers yes and no obviously i know making it to the nhl would be very very hard but maybe like a lower league do you still think its possible if I put all my time and effort into it wich I am doing sorry if u dont understand I'm not very good with English

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Yes you could make it to a lower league if you put all your time and effort into it and are a good athlete. Maybe not pro, but a good amateur league.

[@k.latvia2333]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool okay thank you 1 more question say I'm 19 playing in a good amateur league are there still scouts there? And let's say I was playing very well would they still reach out to me if I'm playing in amateur leagues?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@k.latvia2333 if you are playing in the top junior league then yes.

[@k.latvia2333]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool okay thank you 👍

[@bradysrepcollection4639]

How do I know what size I should get my socks?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Try them on over your shinpads. They should fit fairly snugly

[@krisvilas767]

My son's (squirt) breezes keep getting stuck in the top of his shin pads. It drives us nuts. We've tried taping the top but after 8 years of hockey, I'm at a freaking loss on how to fix this. Soooooooo.... how do I fix this issue?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Kris Vilas what do you mean by „breezes“?

[@krisvilas767]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool breezers I meant....aka hockey pants

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Kris Vilas I have a feeling that the pants might be too long....do they get stuck when he bends his knees or when he comes out of the knee bend?

[@krisvilas767]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool when he comes out of the bend

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@krisvilas767 Hmmm ok I know what you mean; that's really seldom though. If the pants and knee pads are the right length the only think I could suggest is trying different pant/knee pad options on together at the store. Because what you're describing happens maybe a few times per season but shouldn't on a regular basis...

[@stugilbert684]

How high up the sides/back should the kidney padding be? Obviously high enough to cover the kidneys, but..... is there a more tactile way to judge? Should it be below the ribs? I'm worried my smalls are too short 'on top', but am swimming in a medium.....

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

There’s no specific length; you just have to make sure that the pants and chest protector lightly come together.

[@stugilbert684]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool Gotcha, thanks!

[@porterporter255]

What price range am I looking at for intermediate gear?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

New, here in Germany, I’d say around 700-800 Euros. Depends on what country you live in because gear is cheaper in North America

[@whatabeautifulchaos]

what about your neckguard?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

I didn't wear one at the time of the video. I do now.

[@spycatcher6568]

I played Hockey ( known as field hockey or ball hockey in north america ) in school . It's an extremely dangerous sport.Hockey ball is lot harder then golf ball and lightening speed . and you can't play with helmet and any sorts of protective gear on except shin pad . I have to say Ice hockey is not only an exciting game but also a lot safer sport .

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Yeah we’re pretty well protected will all the gear!

[@ghw1985]

Rugby players, head guard shin pads, beer lol great video man!

[@Julian.Vergara]

what was the point of the garter

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Holds up the socks

[@inkygames20]

How much does all the gear cost?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

My gear is pro so I’d say like 2000-2500 euros. But good quality beginners or midrange gear you should be able to get for 1000 euros new.

[@yuri.frolov]

How it comes your jersey doesn't stuck at the back shoulders when you put it on?.. Miracle.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Haha sometimes it does happen😃

[@flyguyry1]

Good idea but didnt show HOW to clip the garter belt

[@eastonmcdonald7211]

i have small pads so I look super small on the ice which isn’t good for protection or intimidating the other team

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

It's a matter of choice. Smaller pads are more mobile. I wouldn't worry too much about it!

[@radicalmallard]

I’m autistic and deal with some sensory issues with clothes. How comfortable is the equipment? I get anxious and uncomfortable with itchy or rough fabric, or stuff that’s too constricting. I’m wondering if it’s even possible for me to play :/

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

We had an autistic player in our club. The equipment is quite comfortable, and you can adjust how tight or loose it is.

[@radicalmallard]

@MarcelsHockeySchool thank you! Earlier today I actually signed up for a course to learn to skate 😊 I'm looking forward to trying out hockey once I get comfortable skating

[@thebigwiggle]

Skates before pants for sure

[@BriansFunHouse]

started playing at age 48..gotta admit, my first rat game I went to the locker room early and had to ask a guy how they hell do i put any of this stuff on..thanks for this video.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You’re most welcome! It’s never too late to start!

[@78logistics]

OK well this video spurred me to skate out again after being a goalie for the last 20 years plus....I took some Xmas money and bought a whole set of new gear less gloves on line...wicked clearance sale...got it all new for C$300 skates included. Don't need the latest and greatest at my skill level. I have just lost 75 lbs and am looking for a cardio workout having just got a clean bill of health for my ticker,. tested up the ying yang. Nothing worse than a fat goalie, I was 177 lbs last Friday! So off I go tonight to a low level pickup game I normally play nets for. Hope to skate out two nights a week and between the pipes four, skate might be stretching it a bit as I have not worn player skates since about 2004. At least it will not hurt when I fall! Second childhood or mid life crisis?? Losing that lard I was on the ice in nets six nights a week. I am 60 BTW.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

MITCH MACLEOD great to hear! Hope you’re having fun playing out!

[@78logistics]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool huge. On the ice last night as a skater and had a ball. Back in nets tonight, out tomorrow. Really appreciate getting the heart going....amazed how lightweight new equipment is compared to what I wore thirty years ago. Especially the skates.

[@78logistics]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool first time out a little wobbly on players skates....last night no problem doing crossovers or backwards. I need to find some power skating sessions LOL.

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

MITCH MACLEOD I feel weird for a few minutes whenever I switch from player to goalie skates or back. But yeah, the gear is soooo much better and lighter than it used to be!

[@78logistics]

Continue to skate out twice a week and have surprised myself scoring three times... pretty low level play LOL. Only downer is I get crap when I don't have the goalie gear and we are short a tender for pickup! Aim is met, my cardio is improving big time and I have lost another 12 lbs now sitting at 165 with 15 more to go to hit my goal of 150. I played in nets for two hours last night ...am I good, no . But I went the distance. I credit hockey (and the gym) big time for helping me do this.

[@tashilophel582]

Sir, where is the nick guard?🙏

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Adults aren’t required to wear neck guards, and the neck guard for kids is fairly self-explanatory.

[@tashilophel582]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool ok!

[@AlexAcostaArt]

Didn't you used to play for the Sharks at one point?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

No, I wish😃 was never good enough for the NHL

[@itsziska]

you don't happen to play in landsberg am lech in Bayern??

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Franziska yes I do! I don’t play anymore though, just coach.

[@owls_ryan8427]

I’ve played hockey for 7 years and quit at the age of 12 now I want to start playing again but idk because I’m going into last year of high school and then college

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Owls_ ryan Cool👍 if you really want to, then give it another shot. Good luck!

[@shebadoge]

Bro just grew 2x taller

[@yu13hapeter27]

How do you wear your jersey? Should I stick in my pants?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Not unless you’re Wayne Gretzky😉

[@yu13hapeter27]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool lol

[@JackPhillips2]

Y am I watching I already play lol good vid

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Haha thanks!

[@josephbevacqua9217]

How are you

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Joseph Bevacqua good and you?

[@josephbevacqua9217]

+@@MarcelsHockeySchool how do you like hockey gear?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@josephbevacqua9217 I like it

[@josephbevacqua9217]

+@@MarcelsHockeySchool what color

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Joseph Bevacqua blue

[@23kuchta]

Shirt, Shorts, Socks, Hockey socks, Skates, Shins, Pants, Elbows, Shoulders, Jersey, Helmet Sticks 😂

[@dominicboisvert5369]

What about your neck bro??

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

It’s a option but not mandatory.

[@alexjohnson3306]

i like my gear bro lol i lost a bet and had to sleep in it an wear it for 25 hours lol

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

Meh, there’s worse things then that😃Hope the day wasn’t too hot though 😃

[@ianmiller7523]

Wth? Why would you clip your pants before you put on your skates?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

You don’t have to but pants can be hard to put on if you already have skates on.

[@ianmiller7523]

@@MarcelsHockeySchool lol I'm just teasing, but I was referring to you closing the belt on your pants before tying your skates. I usually leave it loose until after I have my skates on. Less restriction when leaning over to tie the skates. Good vid

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@@ianmiller7523 Haha I actually did that? :D I didn’t even notice! Must have done it just for the vid because I usually have my belt loose until I stand up!

[@prj7894]

I DON'T WEAR HOCKEY PADS

[@dulla8469]

Losing a few teeth is the equivalent of the teardrop tattoo thugs get, it tells people the shit that you’ve been through

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

I’d still prefer having all of them though…

[@tashilophel582]

Instagram ID please?

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

@marceljuhasz73

[@davidhick4303]

Don’t forget your water bottle!!!

[@MarcelsHockeySchool]

David Hick and your Gatorade!