Hockey Player Starter Packages

Are you new to hockey? You're not alone. Choosing your first full set of beginner gear for yourself or your child can feel overwhelming. We've bundled the exact starter protective equipment gear together that you need into easy, age-and-size specific Starter Kits so you can focus on the fun, not the guesswork.

How to Get Started:

1. Choose Your Surface: Ice Hockey or Roller Hockey
2. Find Your Starter Kit Size: Use our quick Sizing Chart below
3. Build Your Starter Kit: Pick your league-required gear in the Starter Kit Builder

Learning hockey should be all about fun and not about fuss, yet figuring out which gear you need can feel overwhelming. We've done the heavy lifting for you. Our Ice Hockey Starter Kits bundle every piece of required equipment that most leagues require, plus the top-recommended accessories, so you can lace up and hit the ice without second-guessing your setup.

When you're ready, head to our Starter Package Builder below and start with the Senior/Junior or the Youth builder, depending on your needs. Each product page includes detailed sizing charts, plus we have our Learning Center, which offers quick, easy-to-understand articles on how to find your size like a pro.

Getting into roller hockey should be about having fun, not worrying about the gear. We've funded every piece of required roller hockey equipment most leagues mandate, plus the top recommended accessories, so you can focus on your first stride, not second-guessing your gear. We do recommend checking with your league to see if there are any other special requirements!

When you're ready, head to our Starter Package Builder below and choose Senior/Junior or Youth kits based on your age and size. Every product page includes detailed sizing charts, and our Learning Center offers quick-read articles to help you measure up like a pro!

What’s included in a Hockey Equipment Starter Kit?
Both our Ice Hockey Starter Kit and our Roller Hockey Starter Kit includes all of the necessary hockey equipment that most leagues mandate. This includes helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, shin guards, pants, gloves, protective cup, neck guard and mouth guard, plus top recommended accessories like a jersey, stick tape and more.

How do I know if I need a Youth, Junior, or Senior hockey equipment?
Match your player’s age, height, and weight against our Sizing Chart.

• Youth: Up to age 9 / up to 4′6″ / up to 60 lbs
• Junior: Ages 9–14 / 4′6″–5′5″ / 60–120 lbs
• Senior: 14+ / 5′5″+ / 120 lbs+

What are the differences between a roller hockey starter kit and an ice hockey starter kit?
They overlap on most protective pieces, but:
- Ice Kit adds ice hockey skates, ice-specific pants, ice hockey socks and a neck guard
- Roller Kit swaps in roller hockey pants and a roller hockey girdle

What if my league has special equipment requirements?
Always verify your league’s rules first. If they mandate extra items, you can add those in the Starter Package Builder or shop individual pieces on our site. Need help? Reach out to our Gear Fitting Experts.

What if my gear doesn’t fit right?
No sweat! Our free and easy returns & exchanges policy lets you swap sizes until everything feels perfect. Just contact us or start a return online.

Do you offer guidance on choosing hockey sticks and skates?
Absolutely, every product page includes detailed sizing guidelines, and our Learning Center is packed with step-by-step buying guides so you can size like a pro.

Conclusion

Shopping for your first full hockey kit doesn’t have to be stressful. If you still have questions, our Gear Fitting Experts are here to help:

• Call: 800-366-3070
• Email us at info@icewarehouse.com

Or dive into our Learning Center for quick-read articles on sizing, choosing a stick, helmet fit tips, and more. Once you’ve found your size, jump into the Starter Kit Builder and get ready to hit the ice, or roll onto the rink, with confidence.