The Little Rockers program is designed for children ages 6 and under who are looking to make their first step in their hockey career. The program is designed to teach the children the basic fundamentals of hockey in a relaxed and fun environment. Little rockers is part of the Big Boy Hockey Club.
 
The Little Rockers program will consist of one practice day and one game day per week. Practice will focus on all basic skills associated with hockey – skating, shooting, passing and stick handling. Practices will be conducted in a “station based” format. In this environment, the ice will be split into small sections and players will be placed into small groups. This will increase repetitions and give the kids more attention from the coaches.
 
On game days, the ice will be divided into smaller playing surfaces for “Cross Ice Hockey”. This format has many advantages for young players, some of them include:

• The size of the rink is proportion to the size of the players.

• The smaller rink increase puck touches/puck possession.

• There are fewer breaks in the action – off-sides, icing, etc.

• More scoring opportunities for all players, not just the “stars”.

• Each player’s activity increases greatly.

• Players will become better at stick handling and passing.

 
Each player is required to wear full hockey equipment while on the ice. The equipment requirements are

• Helmet with mask (mouth guard is optional)

• Neck guard

• Shoulder pads

• Elbow pads

• Hockey pants

• Cup/Jock shorts

• Shin pads

• Skates

• Stick

• Jersey/socks (provided)

 
The Little rockers Program is under the direction of Mike Duche. Coach Mike is a Level 2 Certified USA Hockey Coach. He has years of travel coaching experience and will lead our instructional program going forward.