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Learn to Play Hockey -FALL PROGRAM

 

Learn to Play Hockey is designed to teach and strengthen basic skating and hockey skills. The classes prepare players for in-house or travel league play. Qualified instructors guarantee adequate attention to all players because of small teacher to student ratios.

Hockey 1 is for the beginning player with very basic skating skills. The focus of the course will be on proper skating as well as an introduction to stick handling. All skaters who have never participated in a Learn to Play hockey session at UD should begin with Hockey I and if necessary, can be moved up after the first week with the coach's recommendation.*

Hockey 2 is for players who have completed Hockey 1 or possess a similar skill level. This session will focus on strengthening existing skating and puck control skills as well as developing shooting skills needed to begin game play. Players, age 8 or younger, who have enough skill and comfort with the game, are welcome to join the Cross-Ice Hockey League.

Hockey 3 players have completed Hockey 2 or have considerable background in the game of hockey. Skills are further developed in preperation for introduction to game situations and In-House Hockey.

A Learn to Play Hockey student who has passed all three levels will be skilled at Forward Skating and Crossovers, Backward Skating and Crossovers, Hockey Stops, Passing and Puck Recieving Skills, Shooting Skills (Forehand & Backhand) and Introductory Game Skills.

Skates, helmets with cages, hockey gloves and hockey sticks are required for all classes. Shin guards, kneepads and elbow pads are highly recommended because of some drills performed. The Ice Arenas provides all equipment if needed, including stick, gloves, helmet and skates. We also have a limted number of hockey rental equipment bags which can be reserved the first day of class. Please call ahead with your skate sizes to ensure they are sharpened and ready on your first day.

Fees

$125—For first player
$115—For each additional family member
*Fee includes skates, helmet, stick and gloves if necessary.

Register online (credit card payments only)

Schedule


Program No. Dates Notes
Fall II 2009-Saturday Mornings 10am-10:45am (unless noted) Gold Ice Arena
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Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28

  
 

Dec. 5, 12, 19, 20*

 *Class on Dec. 20, 2009 held from 8:45am-9:40am Rust Ice Arena

 

Preparing for your First Day

If you need to rent skates, call prior to the first day and leave a message at (302) 831-6038 with your requested size(s).

If you plan on using our rental equipment, please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of class.

If you would like to rent out a full set of equipment for the season, please call ahead at (302) 831-6038 to get fitted and fill out the rental forms.

We will provide you with a jersey when you check in.

Remember to bring water or a sports drink.

Don't dress too warmly. Although it is an ice arena, you will be exercising and wearing equipment on the ice.

Call Jim with any questions you have about the program at (302) 831-6038

*Players with no ice skating experience are encouraged to start in the Learn to Skate program prior to this class.