Learn to Play Hockey

All skaters interested in playing ice hockey can take advantage of our learn-to-play hockey classes. There are several levels of learn-to-play hockey classes, offered at Clearwater Ice Arena and TBSA-Oldsmar, where skaters learn skills and perform drills to prepare them for playing on a hockey team.

Classes are grouped by age and ability, and meet once weekly for a 45 minute lesson with a USA Hockey certified coach. Learn-to-play hockey skaters enjoy free skate rental during each class and receive free public session admission passes for extra practice time.

Learn-to-Play Hockey Class Descriptions

Below are brief descriptions of the elements learned in each level of TBSA learn-to-play hockey skating classes. Please note that mastering the elements in any level can take more than one session depending on how often a skater practices between classes, Individual progression rates vary by student. Speak to your TBSA class coach with any thoughts or questions throughout your class session.

Mini Mite –  Designed as a beginner hockey class for children ages 4-6. Instruction includes basic skating fundamentals and beginner hockey skills. Participants should know how to skate forward, backward and perform a stop in hockey skates.  Prerequisite:  Tots and/or Intro Skating Class in our traditional Learn to Skate program. (TBSA Oldsmar only)

Hockey 101 –  Designed for intermediate level players ages 7 – 17. Instruction focuses on basic hockey maneuvers including balance, edge control, passing, and shooting, as well as stick and puck handling. Prerequisite: Master Learn-to-skate program Intro I Class elements. (TBSA Oldsmar only)

Hockey 201 – Designed for advanced level players and In-house recreational league players ages 7 – 17. Instruction focuses on puck control, shooting, passing, and advanced drills to enhance player performance. Prerequisite: Master Hockey 101 Class elements. (TBSA Oldsmar only)

Intro to Hockey – This (30 minute class at CIA) or (45 minute class at Oldsmar) is designed for skater who have passes Pre Alpha level, or who have received coaches’ approval, and are interested in learning more about hockey.  Skaters will be introduced to stick handling, passing, shooting, and drills.

True Beginner Class – Designed for beginner players age 18+. Instruction focuses on basic hockey maneuvers including balance, edge control, passing, and shooting, as well as stick and puck handling. Prerequisite: Master Learn-to-skate Adult Class elements.

What you’ll need for class

To Register please contact the facility or stop by the front desk