Hockey Edmonton's ‘Learn to Play Hockey’ program is a low commitment, low cost introduction into the sport for kids ages 5 to 16.

This is a stress-free transition into recreational hockey, as these one-hour long sessions take place at the same time and arena each week. If your child can skate (glide forwards/stride on their own), this program will help develop the technical skills, like puck-handling, shooting, and passing, to give them the confidence to register for minor hockey programs in the future. Whether you’re trying hockey for the first time, or you’ve graduated from other introductory programs like The First Shift or Timbits, this is a great way to bridge the gap between learn-to-play programs and minor hockey.

For $220, your child will receive:

• Six, one-hour on-ice sessions;

• A jersey; and 

• Instruction of Hockey Canada curriculum led by certified Hockey Canada NCCP coaches in a small athlete-to-coach ratio learning environment. 

*Please Note: NO hockey equipment (other than a jersey) will be provided when registering for this program. A full equipment list required to be able to go on the ice is below. To be eligible for this program, athletes must have a basic skating foundation (be able to glide forwards and stride on their own). This is NOT a Learn to Skate Program. No makeup sessions or credits will be provided for missed dates.

• Fall Semester begins November 15, 2025.

• Winter Semester begins January 31, 2026.

• Spring Semester begins (tentatively) May 16, 2026

Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to your first session to check in and get your jersey. Please arrive 30 minutes early for every other session; you must be ready to go on the ice by the start time.

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****NOTE: Registration for the fall session will open on July 2