The First Step Into Hockey 🏒

Hyde Park Youth Hockey’s Learn to Skate program is designed for children ages 3–8 who are ready to take their first steps on the ice.

Whether your child has never worn skates before or is just beginning to build confidence, Learn to Skate provides a fun, safe, and encouraging introduction to skating and hockey.

No previous skating experience is required! Just bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a desire to have fun.

Program Details

Ages: 3–8

Season: November – March

Practices: Two 1-hour sessions per week

Tuesdays: 6:00 PM

Saturdays: 9:00 AM

Location: Alexander S. Bajko Skating Rink, Hyde Park

Cost: $450

What to Expect

Our coaches focus on teaching the essential skating skills young players need while creating a supportive environment where children can learn and progress at their own pace.

Each session is designed to help skaters:

• Build confidence and independence on the ice
• Develop proper skating technique
• Improve balance, coordination, and mobility
• Learn hockey fundamentals through fun, age-appropriate activities and games
• Become comfortable moving independently on their skates

🎯 Our Goal

Our goal is for every participant to be skating independently without assistance by the New Year.

As skaters become more comfortable and confident, hockey sticks may be introduced at the coaches’ discretion, allowing players to begin learning basic hockey skills while continuing to strengthen their skating.

Skills We’ll Work On ⛸️

Throughout the season, skaters will learn and practice:

• Getting up safely from their knees, stomach, or seated position
• Balance and body control
• Inside and outside edges
• Forward skating
• Stopping
• Turning
• Basic agility and movement
• Confidence and comfort on the ice

Every child develops at a different pace. Our coaches meet skaters where they are, encourage their progress, and help make learning to skate fun.