Life would be tough without our outstanding student assistants. Gillian Herbert helps a new skater gain his "legs".

Photo by A. Stetson

Twin Valley Youth Hockey- Learn To Skate and Learn to Play for 2007 - 2008

To handle increased demand and to provide more targeted instruction for all levels, we have created a separate "Learn To Skate" program that meets a reduced number of times during the season to compliment our Learn To Play program.

USA Hockey trained instructors lead both of these programs.

Participation includes membership in USA Hockey, the governing body for amateur hockey in the United States.

Learn To Skate

Schedule: Check the schedules link at left.

Description: This fun-filled program focuses on the basics of ice-skating with an emphasis on skating for hockey. Modern techniques of hockey skating are taught with a focus on proper stride for generation of power and speed. Group games and individual skill drills are used to keep the sessions exciting and challenging, we try to minimize the time spent lined up on the boards!

Equipment provided: Practice jersey

Equipment required: HECC approved helmet, well-fitted skates.

Highly recommended equipment: Padded hockey pants, shin guards, elbow pads

Optional equipment: Shoulder pads, hockey stick.

Learn To Play Hockey

Schedule: Check the schedules link at left.

Description: This is a fun program designed for children who have more experience with ice skating and would like to learn the game of ice hockey in an environment that encourages learning, skills development and team play. A significant portion of this program is still dedicated to the development of proper skating technique. Additionally, participants will focus on individual skills such as, stickhandling, passing, and shooting. Team play and rules are introduced towards the end of the season.

Pre-requisite: Ability to stand and balance on two skates unassisted (no crates or chairs), skate forward and perform glide turns.

Equipment provided: Practice jersey

Equipment required: HECC approved helmet, well-fitted hockey skates (no figure or recreational skates), padded hockey pants, shin guards, elbow pads, hockey stick.

Optional equipment: Shoulder pads

For more information, contact Dave Dupree 603-276-0233