Youth hockey programs
Former
NHL player Rocky Saganiuk has been coaching and teaching ice hockey for the past
36 years. Rocky grew up in Canada where he played his youth hockey and later was
drafted and played in the NHL for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Pittsburgh Penguins.
He has studied and learned his trade through the many experiences from great coaches
and fellow players he has been associated with. Rocky and his staff have developed
a strong hockey program that focuses on teaching the basic skills of hockey in a
Fun and Safe environment. Classes are designed to give the novice skater a solid
foundation of hockey skating, stickhandling, shooting, passing and game skills that
they will need to achieve their future hockey goals and aspirations.
Where does the beginner start?
The beginner skater who wants to play hockey and has never been in a formal hockey
class program will begin in the "LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY" LEVEL. Each skater will
be evaluated the first day of class. If a students ability is more advanced than
the Learn to Skate hockey level they will be immediately promoted to PREHOCKEY Level
#1 or Level #2.
LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY (Ages 3 - 10yrs)
This class is for the beginner skater (male/female) that has "NO" skating experience.
This program is designed to develop the "basic skills" of balance and control each
player needs to skate on the ice safely and confidently. Instructed activities that
focus on the skaters development in learning the art of pushing and gliding to help
develop their stride in a forward motion. The atmosphere is kept fun and safe for
the development of the inexperienced skater. Download the
current brochure for class dates and pricing then register using the
downloadable form.
PRE - HOCKEY LEVEL: (#1) (Ages 3 - 10yrs)
Skating
abilities of the aspiring hockey player need not be strong. However, hockey players
in this class must have skating abilities which include being able to perform Push
& Glide strides across the ice at a consistent rate and after falling down the player
is able to regain balance and skate again. "Persistence & Determination" is key!
On-ice instruction that focuses on forward movement, sharp turns left and right,
stopping, the basics of backwards skating, Stick handling and puck control. In addition
students in this level can play on a "Scooter" Pond Hockey team. Download the current brochure for class dates and pricing then
register using the downloadable form.
PRE - HOCKEY LEVEL: (#2) (Ages 3 - 10yrs)
Strong skating skills are necessary to participate in this class. Participants must
be able to forward skate with speed and confidence, perform novice backwards skating
strides, and have the basics of controlled skating with a puck. Hockey players in
this class will receive instruction that will further develop their hockey skills
of puck control, passing, shooting, and scoring. In addition students in this level
can play on a "Scooter" Pond Hockey team. Download the current
brochure for class dates and pricing then register using the
downloadable form.
"SCOOTER" POND HOCKEY (Ages 3 - 10yrs)
"Scooters
is highly recommended for skaters participating in the Pre-Hockey levels to compliment
their current class registration. "Scooter" Pond Hockey level are hockey teams created
from the students of Pre-Hockey classes. Players are placed on "Scooter" teams which
play against one another. The goal is for the player to develop an understanding
of team/game play, confidence in puck handling, shooting, passing, and scoring skills
used at the Team level of play. Download the current brochure
for class dates and pricing then register using the downloadable
form.
What is after Pre-Hockey Level #2 ? Rocky Hockey IN-HOUSE LEAGUE!!
Rocky Hockey In-House League (Ages 5 - 10yrs)
In-house
teams are for those players that are ready for team play. These players are drafted
on In-House teams which practice together & play against each other once a week.
This program is designed to further educate the player with the rules, positioning,
and game strategies. Download the current brochure
for class dates and pricing then register using the downloadable
form.
"Hockey is a great game and the Rocky Hockey Youth Pre-Hockey Programs provide its
participants with fitness, fun and friendship" - Rocky Saganiuk