**Note: Prior skating experience is required.  New skater? Start in our Learn to Skate program first**

The Cross-Ice Hockey Program is based on the model of practicing and playing hockey across the ice surface as compared to practicing and playing lengthwise along the full length of the ice surface.  Players will learn the skills necessary to move up to Mite Hockey or their age appropriate level, while having an enjoyable time in a fun, exciting and competitive environment.

The Objectives of the program are:

ü  Give every child a chance to play hockey and experience a feeling of success 

ü  Create the same exciting and fun environment as in a “real” game

ü  Keep children excited and motivated to continue playing hockey

2020-2021 CROSS-ICE HOCKEY

We will be offering Cross-Ice Opportunities at Southside Ice Arena and Kentwood Ice Arena. Tuesdays at Southside or Wednesdays at Kentwood Ice Arena are formatted as follows: 50 minute of cross-ice hockey instruction, teaching drills, and other skills to join a team.  All Cross-Ice players will be at Southside on Saturdays.  Teams will be formed based on the number of participants and age groups and teams will play 3-on-3 hockey.

Are you part of Niles or Hamilton's Homeschooling Partnerships?

We are excited to be partnering with them for another season!  You must complete the appropriate registration with your homeschool partnership and complete our registration.  When you register with us, enter in the appropriate discount code "NilesXice21" or "HamiltonXice21".

5 week Spring Clinic @ Kentwood Ice Arena for Learn to Play and Cross-ice Players. Will consist of stations and small groups focusing on skating skills, stick and puck handling, shooting, etc

Includes a jersey! Full equipment required. $95 for 5 weeks

Covid-19 Protocols 

• Skaters are allowed 1 spectator in the building with them.
• Skaters may enter the building 15 minutes before class time and we ask that you exit the building 10 minutes after class ends.
• Masks must be worn at all times including while on the ice 
• Note that we will all do our best to be socially distant while on the ice and instructing but there may be situations in which close distance can occur. 
• If anyone from your family is waiting on a Covid test result, experiencing Covid-19 symptoms, or isn’t feeling well, please stay home.