Coaching Signup
Welcome to DPYH's coach signup page! Our association relies on dedicated volunteers like you to help provide a positive and rewarding experience for our young athletes. Coaching is an incredibly important part of our organization, and we couldn't do it without the help of people like you.
By volunteering as a coach, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our youth. You'll be providing them with the guidance, support, and encouragement they need to develop their skills, build their confidence, and learn important life lessons that will serve them well on and off the ice.
Not only is coaching incredibly rewarding, it's also a lot of fun! You'll get to work with a great group of kids, meet other passionate volunteers, and be part of a thriving community dedicated to promoting youth sports.
So if you're looking for a way to give back and make a positive impact, we encourage you to sign up as a coaching volunteer today. Your time and dedication will help shape the future of our young athletes and make a lasting impact on their lives.
Steps 1 through 4 below are required by USA Hockey, WAHA, and DPYH to be complete prior to participating as a coach in on and off ice activities with the team.
Step 3
Complete Background Screening
Background checks are done through USA Hockey and required PRIOR to participating (on and off ice) with the team.
Step 4
SafeSport Certification
SafeSport training can be accessed through your USA Hockey account and is required PRIOR to participating (on and off ice) with the team.
Step 5
Complete Age Specific Modules
Complete modules that are specific to each age level you will coach. Modules are required to be a rostered coach and participate on bench after December 31.
Step 6
Complete USA Hockey Coaching Clinic
Complete required clinics for the coaching education program. The clinic is are required to be a rostered coach and participate on bench after December 31.
Questions?
2025-26 Coaching Signup
2025-2026 Coaching Application
Notice: Under USA Hockey Rules, all volunteers or employees who have routine access to children (anyone considered a minor) must consent to be screened by DPYH before he/she is allowed to have routine access to children in any DPYH program.