Little Hawks : LTP and CTP
Upcoming Programs
Little Hawks Learn to Play / Continue to Play
A next-step development program for young players ready to keep building their game.
The Little Hawks / Lady Hawks Learn to Play program is designed for players who are new to the game of ice hockey. This program focuses on teaching the fundamentals of the game while helping players build a strong foundation of skills in a fun and supportive environment. Participants will work on basic skating, puck handling, and overall hockey awareness as they begin their development journey. Players should be able to skate from one side of the rink to the other unassisted prior to joining this program. The Little Hawks Continue to Play program is designed for players who have already been on a team or have completed a Learn to Play program and are ready to continue developing their skills in a structured and positive environment.
This program focuses on reinforcing fundamentals while introducing more game-like concepts, helping players build confidence, improve skating and puck skills, and continue their hockey journey.
Summer Session Details
- Days: Mondays
- Dates: May 11 – June 22
- Time: May 5:45 PM / June 6:00 PM
- Class Length: 50 minutes
- Location: McKendree Metro Rec Plex
For any questions, please contact HockeyOps@IceHawksHockey.org
Equipment
Players are required to wear a full set of equipment to all of our programs.
You can find out what a full set of equipment entails below.
We do loan out equipment on a first come, first serve basis. If you need rental equipment, please contact Gus at Coaching@IceHawksHockey.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Little Hawks Learn to Play/ Continue to Play
Little Hawks Learn to play & Continue to Play – Summer Session
The Little Hawks / Lady Hawks Learn to Play program is designed for players who are new to the game of ice hockey. This program focuses on teaching the fundamentals of the game while helping players build a strong foundation of skills in a fun and supportive environment.
Participants will work on basic skating, puck handling, and overall hockey awareness as they begin their development journey.
Players should be able to skate from one side of the rink to the other unassisted prior to joining this program.
The Little Hawks / Lady Hawks Continue to Play program is designed for players who are ready to build on their hockey foundation. This program is a great fit for players who have already played on a team or have completed a Learn to Play program and are looking to continue developing their skills in a structured, positive environment.
Sessions will focus on reinforcing core fundamentals such as skating, puck control, passing, and small-area gameplay, while continuing to build confidence and hockey awareness. The goal of Continue to Play is to help players progress while keeping practices fun, engaging, and age-appropriate.
Spring Session Details
Day: Mondays
Dates: May 11 – June 22 (no class May 25)
Time: May 5:45 PM/ June 6:00pm
Class Length: 50 minutes
Cost:$75
Location: McKendree Metro Rec Plex
For any questions, please contact Gus HockeyOps@IceHawksHockey.org.