The Southwest Skating Academy youth learn to play hockey programs are designed around the guidelines of USA Hockey’s ADM model, which creates a fun, relaxed learning environment for participants to learn the fundamental skills of skating for ice hockey.  The non-competitive and positive atmosphere not only makes a child’s first experience with skating positive, but also creates an environment in which they can excel.  Participants will learn the skills for the game of ice hockey, and will also develop self-esteem and self-confidence.  The program operates under the premise that if a player's introduction to the sport is positive, they will develop a lifetime love of the game.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR:
Paula Bowsman
708-371-1344 x ​1
paula@southwesticearena.com

SESSION D
June 15 - August 10

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Pre-HOCKEY 1-2 [AGES 4-12]

​Our Pre-Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating with a stick & puck.  These classes are designed to give the inexperienced skater a solid foundation for developing their skating abilities and to prepare them for ice hockey and team play.  Proper skating techniques are the primary focus of these levels.  Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals to be successful in game situations.

Required Equipment:

• Helmet with facemask
• Hockey gloves

Prerequisite for Pre-Hockey 1:  Skaters who have mastered the elements in Learn to Skate Snowplow Sam 1-4 or Basic 1-3.

Session D 
8-Week Sessions $160/6-Week Sessions $120
​No Classes July 3-7

REGISTER Pre-Hockey

Pre-Hockey 1
Thursdays

• June 15 - August 10
• 5:30pm-6:30pm​​

Pre-Hockey 2
Thursdays

• June 15 - August 10
• 6:30pm-7:30pm

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