The Learn To Play Hockey is run by professional experienced instructors to teach the fundamental skills that will provide the self-confidence needed to enjoy the game of hockey. No previous hockey experience is required.
Players will be grouped according to skill levels and there will be several groups on the ice. Players will be shifted during the program according to their development. By the end of the season, players will learn all the fundamentals of the game.
Mouthguards are mandatory for all players.
The session focuses on a program of teaching five basic skills, called “SKILLS 5”
Stop |
Start |
Forward |
Backward |
Turns |
Fundamental stopping progressions: |
1-foot side stops both directions |
Edges |
Knowledge of inside and outside edges |
Progressions of cross-overs |
Basic stops-Forward |
V push |
Knowledge of inside and outside edges |
Development of balance and body alignment |
2 foot 3 turns both ways forwards and backward |
Basic stops-Backward |
C cuts |
Development of balance plus body alignment |
Progressions of cross-overs |
1 foot 3 turns forwards |
2 feet side stops both directions |
Strides |
Progressions of cross-overs |
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Mohawk progressions |
1-foot side stops both directions |
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Development of transitions and rhythm of turns |
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The Learn to Play program consists of instruction, interesting games, and activities, all leading up to playing hockey games.
The program will run once a week starting mid-October.
Check out our video series on the Learn to Play program if you are interested in more details.