Youth Hockey Lessons
Learn to Play Hockey Program: Hockey Lessons
At Rocket Ice Skating Rink, our goal is to provide fun hockey lessons for ice skaters of all ages and abilities. Throughout your child’s time in our hockey lessons, they will learn fundamental ice skating and hockey skills, grow as a skater and reach new levels as an athlete. Our coaches have outstanding hockey backgrounds and are very knowledgeable. Each player will be well prepared from their hockey lessons when they decide to join a hockey team.
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Hockey lessons meet once a week. At the end of each session, hockey players will receive a Progress Report which will help them select the appropriate hockey lesson level to sign up for next. In order for students to maximize their progress we encourage students to attend Rockin’ Public Skates. This is a great setting for your child to practice their moves and skills while having fun ice skating to the music.
Session Dates
• 2024 Fall 1 Session: August 10th-October 6th. 9 Week Session.
• 2024 Fall 2 Session: October 7th-December 22nd. 10 Week Session.
• 2025 Winter 1 Session: January 4th-March 12th. 10 Week Session.
• 2025 Winter 2 Session: March 15th-May 25th. 10 Week Session.
• 2025 Summer Session: May 27th - August 7th (10 Weeks)
• Beginners welcome in all sessions!
Learn to Skate for Hockey
Complete either Snowplow Sam 1 or Basic 1 and students four or older advance into our Level 2 Hockey Program.
Snowplow Sam 1 - Learn to Skate (Ages 4-5)
For students ages 4-5 with little skating experience who wish to learn to skate so they can play hockey. Helmets are strongly recommended. Snowplow Sam 1 classes are 30 minutes per week.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1 & Winter 2:
Snowplow Sam 1: Monday 5:50, 6:35pm, Tuesday 5:05 pm, 5:55 pm; Thursday 5:05 pm, 5:55 pm; Saturday 9:45am, 10:35 am, 11:25am; Sunday 10:25am, 11:15 am, 12:05 pm, 12:55 pm Class meets once per week for 30 minutes, $202 for 9 weeks, $224 for 10 Weeks. Register your student for a second or third weekly class in the same session and get 50% off the additional classes! Contact the Front Desk for details.
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
Basic 1 - Learn To Skate (Ages 6 & Up)
For students ages 6 & up with little skating experience who wish to learn to skate so they can play hockey. Helmets are strongly recommended. Basic 1 classes are 40 minutes per week.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1 & Winter 2:
Basic 1: Monday 5:45pm, 6:30pm, Tuesday 5:00 pm, 5:50 pm; Thursday 5:00 pm, 5:50 pm; Saturday 9:40am, 10:30 am, 11:20am; Sunday 10:20am, 11:10 am, 12:00 pm, 12:50pm. Class meets once per week for 40 minutes, $236 for 9 weeks, $262 for 10 Weeks. Register your student for a second weekly class in the same session and get 50% off the second class! Contact the Front Desk for details.
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
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Level 2 - Learn To Play Hockey (Ages 4-10)
For students who can skate, who have passed Snowplow Sam 1 or Basic 1 (or by permission) and are ready to refine their skills to learn to play hockey. If you have questions, please call us at 630-679-1700 or email us at hockey@rocketice.com. This level is designed to be fun and teaches the basic skating and puck handling skills necessary to have a positive experience playing hockey. All new participants receive a jersey and must wear their jersey for classes. Full Equipment Required. This level's hockey lessons are 40 minutes.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1, Winter 2 Sessions: Monday 5:00 pm, Tuesday 5:00pm, Wednesday 5:00pm, Saturday 9:50 am, or Sunday 3:20 pm. Class meets one time per week. $265 for 9 weeks; $294 for 10 weeks.
Register your student for a second weekly class in the same session and get 50% off the second class! Contact the Front Desk for details.
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
Full equipment required. Hockey equipment rental through Rocket Ice is available. Please sign up for one of the scheduled 30 minute time blocks to come for your child’s Hockey Equipment Rental fitting. Hockey Equipment Rentals at Rocket Ice are $16/month and a $50 deposit is required that is refunded upon equipment return. Payments will be set up during the fitting. Schedule your fitting here.
*Sticks are not included in rental, must bring your own stick.
Level 2 - Pond Hockey Games
For students currently enrolled in Level 2 who would like to gain additional hockey time. 30 minutes of cross ice format pond hockey games. Supervised by our instructors. Pond hockey games occur just after Level 2 classes for less driving and more fun!
Fall 1 $154 for 9 Weeks; Fall 2, Winter 1 & Winter 2 $171 for 10 Weeks; Summer $159.
Times: Tuesday 5:40 pm, Saturday 10:30 am, Sunday 4:00pm
Must be enrolled in at least one current Level 2 hockey class.
Level 3 - Learn To Play Hockey - Intermediate
For Ages 5 to 10
For students who have passed Level 2 (or by permission of the coach) and are ready to advance their skills even further. This level emphasizes fun and continuing to advance players' ability to skate and handle the puck more efficiently. Shooting techniques are also introduced to players. All new participants receive a jersey and must wear their jersey for classes. Full Equipment Required. This level practices for 40 minutes.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1, Winter 2 Sessions: Monday 5:00 pm, Tuesday 5:00pm, Wednesday 5:00pm, Saturday 9:50 am, or Sunday 3:20 pm. Class meets one time per week. $265 for 9 weeks; $294 for 10 weeks.
Register your student for a second weekly class in the same session and get 50% off the second class! Contact the Front Desk for details.
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
Summer Class Times: May 30 - August 10th. Tuesday 5:10 pm, Thursday 5:10 pm, or Saturday 9:20 am. No Class July 1st through July 6th. Class meets one time per week for the session. Register your student for a second weekly class in the same session and get 50% off the second class! Contact the Front Desk for details.
Level 3 - Pond Hockey Games
For students currently enrolled in Level 3 who would like to gain additional hockey time. 30 minutes of cross ice format pond hockey games. Supervised by our instructors. Pond hockey games occur just after Level 3 classes for less driving and more fun!
Fall 1 $154 for 9 Weeks; Fall 2, Winter 1 & Winter 2 $171 for 10 Weeks; Summer $159.
Times: Tuesday 5:40 pm, Saturday 10:30 am, Sunday 4:00pm
Must be enrolled in at least one current Level 3 hockey class.
Level 4 - Learn To Play Hockey (Ages 6-10)
For Players who have passed Level 3 and are ready to
continue to take their skills to a higher level and start
to learn team play. Emphasis is on skating, passing,
stickhandling, shooting and team concepts. Saturday
and Wednesday are skills days. Sunday and Tuesday
are game days. Selection of one skills time and one
game time is recommended. Add additional skills or
game days if you wish. All new participants receive a
jersey and must wear jersey to class. Skills and games
are 40 minutes. Full Equipment Required.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1, Winter 2 Sessions:
Skills Practices: Saturday 11:00am, Wednesday 5:00pm
Game Nights: Sunday 4:40pm, Tuesday 5:40pm
Choose two days (one skills, one game recommended) - $432 for 9 week session, $480 for 10 week session.
Add additional practice or game days if you wish. $160 per additional class. ($144 per 9 week class).
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
Summer Classes: In the summer, you can sign up for one, two, or three classes per week. Sign up for all three days for maximum value and fun! Tuesday & Saturday are skills, Thursday is game night. 40 minute time slots, full equipment required.
Summer Session: 10 Weeks, Dates May 30th - August 10th. No class July 1st through 6th. Class times: Tuesday 5:55 pm and Thursday 5:55 pm, Saturday 10:05 am.
Level 5 - Learn To Play Hockey
Prerequisite Level 4
Emphasis is on skating, stick handling, passing, shooting
and team concepts. Saturday and
Wednesday are skills days. Sunday and Tuesday are
game days. Selection of one skills time and one game
time is recommended. Add additional skills or game days
if you wish. All new participants receive a jersey and must
wear jersey to class. Skills and games are 40 minutes.
Full Equipment Required.
Class Times Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter 1, Winter 2 & Spring Sessions:
Skills Practices: Saturday 11:00am, Wednesday 5:00pm
Game Nights: Sunday 4:40pm, Tuesday 5:40pm
Choose two days (one skills, one game recommended) - $432 for 9 week session, $480 for 10 week session.
Add additional practice or game days if you wish. $160 per additional class. ($144 per 9 week class).
Rental skates are available and can be purchased at checkout.
Summer Classes: In the summer, you can sign up for one, two, or three classes per week. Sign up for all three days for maximum value and fun! Tuesday & Saturday are skills, Thursday is game night. 40 minute time slots, full equipment required.
Summer Session: 10 Weeks, Dates May 30th - August 10th. No class July 1st through 6th. Class times: Tuesday 5:55 pm and Thursday 5:55 pm, Saturday 10:05 am.
What “Full Equipment” Includes
- Certified Ice Hockey Helmet
- Ice Hockey Stick
- Shin and Elbow Pads
- Ice Hockey Gloves
- Hockey Skates
- Full Face Mask
- Cup and Supporter
- Shoulder Pads
- Hockey Pants
- Mouth Guard
- Neck Guard
- Smile
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You may rent equipment from Rocket Ice or buy the equipment. Please see our Brochure or call Rocket Ice for more information. The first 5 items from Helmet to Skates is required for ages 3 to 5.
Benefits of Hockey Lessons
- You will be able to ice skate with friends and family during Rockin’ Public Skate. This is a great setting for your child to practice their moves and elements and also to have fun skating to the music.
- Ice hockey is a lifetime sport you can enjoy from 3 to 93!
- Make new friends- a great social opportunity for kids and parents.
- Promotes activity, physical fitness, and fun.
- Improve your balance and agility.
- Experience the freedom of coming to your hockey lesson any time of the year and in any weather.
- Enjoy the sport and learn the skills of the game.
- Kids should have the opportunity to move into the competitive track, if in time, they decide to.
- Experience the benefits of being part of a hockey team and making friends all while playing the coolest game on earth.
USA Hockey Registration $43 annual membership, includes monthly USA Hockey Magazine and more, sign up at www.usahockeyregistration.com
