Equipment

To start a volt hockey team, we recommend the following equipment:

6 volt hockey chairs (8 if your budget allows)
2 batteries and chargers per chair
10 balls
2 goals
1 rink

The total cost for a complete setup is approximately $58,000.

To help offset expenses, visit our grant resources page for links to organizations that fund adaptive sports equipment.

We've also launched an equipment loan closet to support new teams as they get started. If you're interested in borrowing equipment, please contact us for more information.

For a detailed breakdown of each item and its cost, explore the tabs below.

Volt Hockey Chair

Cost: ~$8,000 (including shipping from Denmark)

The volt hockey chair is the most essential piece of equipment for playing the sport. It is manufactured exclusively by IMMO, a company based in Denmark, who designed it in 1986.

The chair features:

A wooden frame mounted atop the motors and undercarriage
A battery compartment beneath the seat
Three pneumatic rubber tires: two fixed tires on the sides and one caster wheel at the back for maneuverability
A four-sectioned paddle attached to the front, used to control and move the ball during gameplay
Clear plastic safety guards near the arms and foot area to help protect the player during collisions

The chair is currently available in two sizes – medium and large – with the main difference being the size of the foot area. The joystick can be mounted on either the left or right side to suit the player's preference.

The chair can reach speeds of up to 9 miles per hour, and its performance settings—including speed, acceleration, and joystick sensitivity—can be adjusted using an external control box. This allows coaches or technicians to fine-tune responsiveness based on each player's comfort and ability.

While IMMO does not offer additional customization options, the chair is compatible with many standard wheelchair accessories, such as headrests, cushions, lateral supports, and safety straps.

Players also frequently make personal modifications, including:

Mounting the joystick in a centered position
Adding supports for ventilators or other medical equipment
Installing additional stabilizers or comfort features

Chair Manual

Instructional Video

Goal

On the volt hockey court, two goals are placed at either end where players aim to shoot balls. These goals have a metal frame with a mesh net, and are adjustable in width for ease of storage. They are also made by IMMO in Denmark.

Dimensions:

3 meters wide x 0.40 meters deep x 0.20 meters high

9.84 feet wide x 1.31 feet deep x 0.66 feet high

Cost: ~$1,750 (including shipping from Denmark)

Rink

Volt hockey is typically played on basketball or floorball courts, with a plastic rink that defines the perimeter of the playable area. This rink is made up of segments that are connected together by elastic cords. The segments are straight for the sides of the court, and curved in the corners.

Usually, volt hockey is played using custom rinks that are similar to floorball rinks, just shorter in height. These custom rinks are made in Denmark by IMMO, the same company that manufactures the chairs.

It is possible to play with typical floorball rinks, which can be purchased through Floorball Planet in Texas, USA and are more affordable.

Custom Volt Hockey Rink

20 meters long x 14 meters wide x 15 centimeters high

65.62 feet long x 45.93 feet wide x 6 inches high

Cost: ~$6,750 (not including shipping)

Includes trolley for storage/transportation

Floorball Rink

20 meters long x 14 meters wide x 50 centimeters high

65.62 feet long x 45.93 feet wide x 20 inches high

Cost: $4,270 (not including shipping)

Includes trolley for storage/transportation

Purchase from Floorball Planet

Be sure to select the 4 extra 2m straight segments option to get the correct dimensions

Batteries + Chargers

Volt hockey chairs require either two 12-volt 25Ah batteries or one large 24-volt 24Ah battery.

We recommend using two 12-volt batteries, as they fit more easily into the chair's battery compartment and don't require any modifications to the chair's electronics.

We also suggest using lithium batteries instead of standard sealed lead-acid (SLA) or dry-cell batteries. Lithium batteries are significantly lighter, hold a charge longer during use (especially important during long practices or tournaments), and have a longer overall lifespan. However, be sure to confirm that your practice facility allows lithium battery storage, as some locations have specific safety policies.