Little Otters Learn to Play

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel Little Otters Learn to Play Session 1. We will continue accepting registrations for Session 2. Please see the flyer below for information.

THIS PROGRAM IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CHILDREN WHO ARE CURRENTLY NOT ROSTERED AND PLAYING COMPETITIVE HOCKEY.

The Downriver Hockey Club Little Otters Learn to Play program is designed to introduce children to skating and hockey in a positive and low-pressure environment. Players will build confidence on the ice while learning age-appropriate skating and hockey fundamentals.

Requirements

Skaters should have been a part of a Learn to Skate program and should be able to skate the length of the ice unassisted by a coach.

Equipment

hockey helmet with full face cage
neck guard (required by USA Hockey)
shoulder pads
elbow pads
hockey gloves
hockey pants
protective cup (jock or jill)
hockey socks (worn over shin guards)
hockey skates
hockey stick
Equipment can be rented for a $250 check that will be voided when the equipment is returned.

Skaters Will Learn...

Balance, falling safely and getting back up.
Forward skating and stopping.
Turning, edges and basic agility.
Introduction to stick handling and puck skills.
Hockey games, teamwork and having fun on the ice.

Where

Southgate Ice Arena

14700 Reaume Parkway

Southgate, MI 48195

Sessions

All sessions are scheduled on Sundays from 8:30-9:20 am.

Session 1

9/27, 10/4, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20

Session 2

1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7

Cost

$100 per individual session.
Skaters who participate in both sessions receive a 20% discount for Session 2.

I'd Like to Help

Interested in helping on the ice or with the program?

Please reach out to Coach Rob Soltesz

rob.soltesz@downiverotters.com.

Little Otters Session 1

LIttle Otters Learn to Play

Little Otters Session 2