Learn to Play Hockey (ages 4-5yrs) Fall 2024 Owen Sound Sunday's 4:00-4:30pm Oct 20th-Dec 15th

Learn to Play Program Description

Program Overview: Our Learn to Play Program is the perfect next step for young skaters who are moving well on their own and want to get ready to play hockey. Designed for children aged 4-5 years old, this program focuses on developing the essential skills needed for hockey in a fun and supportive environment. The main difference from the Preschool group and Learn to Play program is The Learn to Play group requires full hockey equipment and practices hockey skills, passing and skating with the puck ect. Where the preschool program is a learn to skate program and does not require full equipment.

Time and Dates:

• Dates: Sundays Oct 20th-Dec 15th
• Time: 4:00-4:30pm
• No Skating Owen Sound Sunday November 17th due to hockey tournament 
• No Skating Owen Sound Sunday November 24th due to hockey tournament 
• No Skating December 15th due to hockey tournament

Location: Julie Mcarthur Rec Centre 700 10th Street East Owen Sound

Program Structure: This program is intended for skaters who are confident on the ice and are ready to take the next step towards playing hockey.

Instructional Approach: We incorporate a variety of engaging methods to teach hockey skills, including drills, and games, ensuring that children remain excited and motivated to learn.

Session Format: Each session is structured to include the following:

• 10-minute Instructional Warm-Up: Skaters will participate in dynamic warm-up activities to prepare for the session.
• 10-minute Skills Lesson: Our experienced instructors will teach essential hockey skills, such as skating techniques, puck handling, and basic game strategies.
• 10-minute Game and Play Time: Skaters will have the opportunity to practice their skills through fun, hockey-related exercises and games.

Equipment Needed:

Equipment Needed: Full hockey equipment is required, including:

• CSA approved hockey helmet with cage
• Hockey skates
• Hockey gloves
• Shoulder pads
• Elbow pads
• Hockey pants
• Shin guards
• Hockey stick
• Mouthguard
• Jock/jill