Learn to Play is a program that provides a unique opportunity for families to join the Boca Ice Hockey family. Our mission is to develop each player’s skating, shooting, passing, and stick-handling skills. In addition, the players will learn the fundamentals of the game of hockey while making new friends, learning what it means to be a teammate, and, most importantly, having fun! Whether you’re a child or an adult, Learn to Play Hockey at Boca Ice is here for everyone!
Kids Learn to Play Hockey (Ages 5-11)
It is required that each player be at basic 2 or a higher level prior to joining Learn to Play. Our Learn to Play program here at Boca Ice focuses on the fundamentals of skating, shooting, and passing skills. In addition, there will be small area games played to incorporate the kids skills and most importantly having fun while doing so.
*Full gear, including neck guards are mandatory & must be purchased prior to the first day.* (Boca Ice does not supply free gear). Please see the list below of equipment
Adult Learn to Play Hockey
Boca Ice Adult Learn to Play Hockey program is for those who have never played hockey before or for those who have very little experience, and or want to get back into hockey from their younger years. The hour will focus on the fundamentals of skating, shooting, and passing, as well as, positioning and rules of the game. You will also work on small area games and scrimmages.
*Full gear, including neck guards are mandatory & must be purchased prior to the first day.* (Boca Ice does not supply free gear). Please see the list below of equipment
Youth Girls Learn to Play
It is required that each player be at basic 2 or a higher level prior to joining Learn to Play. Our Learn to Play program here at Boca Ice focuses on the fundamentals of skating, shooting, and passing skills. In addition, there will be small area games played to incorporate the kids skills and most importantly having fun while doing so. This program is for girls ONLY.
*Full gear, including neck guards are mandatory & must be purchased prior to the first day.* (Boca Ice does not supply free gear). Please see the list below of equipment
Important Rules and Regulations
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Please use the locker rooms in the back of the rinks and refrain from getting your child dressed in the lobby (NORTH rink locker rooms 1-4).
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ALL USA Hockey Membership numbers for the 2024-2025 season MUST be submitted to our Hockey Director Michelle Marella at michellem@bocaice.com (the fourth digit will be a 5. If it is a 4, you need to renew). USA Hockey Member Registration
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Parents are not allowed on the benches. Please sit in the high-top tables along the rink, behind the goalies or in the Mezzanine level (please do not stand next to player benches as this is a distraction to the kids and coaching staff).
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Full gear, including neck guards, are mandatory.
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There are NO makeups.
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Prorates are available although, you must notify the front office/hockey director prior to registering. There will be no prorations once the program has begun.