Youth Learn to Play
Questions? Refer to our FAQ section below
Learn to Play – NEW Stick n Puck Sessions
Ages 5-16
Stick N Puck session for LTP-Hockey 1, LTP-Hockey 2 and LTP-Late Start skaters only. Must be enrolled in one of these classes to skate at this session.

Learn to Play – Hockey 1
Ages 5-9
The focus and goal of Learn To Play-Hockey 1 (LTP-H1) is to teach beginner ice skaters the fundamentals of ice skating. It’s important for these players to become comfortable on the ice, learn the basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, use of edges and how to hold a stick before moving on to Learn To Play-Hockey 2 (LTP-H2). LTP-H1 follows the American Development Model (ADM) guidelines which promote high activity through fun, station based practices and games.
Prerequisites:
Ability to fall and stand up without assistance AND skate the width of the rink without falling down or assistance; OR coach approval. If coming from Learn To Hockey Skate (LTHS), player must have completed level 2 or above; If coming from Learn To Skate (LTS), skater must have completed level 2 or above.
Series Length:
4 – 6 Weeks, 45-min group classes, 1x per week (may join at any time IF space is available)
Cost:
Rates are automatically pro-rated every Monday afternoon. Cost is $37.00 per weekly class.

Learn to Play – Hockey 2
Ages 5-9
Learn To Play-Hockey 2 (LTP-H2) is designed for players ages 5 to 9 who have basic skating skills and are ready for more hockey. This program consists of small groups of players on the ice with similar skill levels skating in full hockey gear. LTP-H2 follows the American Development Model (ADM) guidelines which promote high activity through fun, station-based practices and games.
Prerequisites:
Coach Recommendation and Graduation from Learn To Play-Hockey 1 (LTP-H1)
Series Length:
16 Weeks, 1 class per week
Players may join late if space is available at a prorated fee up to 7 weeks into the session.
Cost:
Rates are automatically pro-rated every Monday afternoon. Cost is $451 for the 16 week session which includes gear and a jersey. Additional USA Hockey Membership Fee is required (once per year)

Learn to Play – Late Start Hockey 1
Ages 10-16
Our Learn to Play-Late Start (LTP-LS) program involves learning the skills of a great sport in a fun and challenging environment. This program is meant to prepare new players ages 10-16 for eventual matriculation into full ice team hockey. It covers the basic skating skills that are learned in our Learn To Play-Hockey 1 (LTP-H1) and Learn To Play-Hockey 2 (LTP-H2) programs, as well as additional skills. Players learn the basics of passing, shooting, and stickhandling. The last few weeks involve playing games in a group of peers allowing participants to put the skills of previous weeks into practice.
Prerequisites:
Ability to fall down and get up without assistance AND ability to skate the width of the rink without falling or assistance. If coming from Learn To Hockey Skate (LTHS), player must have completed level 2 or above; If coming from Learn To Skate (LTS), skater must have completed level 2 or above.
Series Length:
10 Week Series – one class a week (may join at any time if space is available)
Cost:
Rates are automatically pro-rated every Monday afternoon. Cost is $32.00 per weekly class. Additional USA Hockey Membership Fee is required (once per year)
Equipment:
Players MUST be in full gear for this class. If you do not have gear, please contact Elevate Sporting (locations at Sno-King Renton and Snoqualmie, and stand alone retail location in Bellevue) to discuss options for acquiring gear. Additional information on gear can be found on our equipment information page.
Learn to Play – Late Start Pond Hockey
This drop-in 3v3 class if for Learn To Play-Late Start (LTP-LS) participants only. MUST be registered in the current LTP-LS session
Still have questions? Contact Chris Longfellow, Youth Beginner Hockey Director