Learn to Skate

 

Learn to Skate is for children ages 3+. Whether your preschooler is getting on the ice for the first time or your child is an experienced skater looking for a competitive edge, there will be a program to help you succeed. Beginners of all disciplines are encouraged through advanced instruction that will focus on hockey as opposed to figure skating.  We offer 7-week sessions throughout the season, and have need-based scholarships available. A limited number of loaner skates and helmets are also available on a first come, first serve basis.

 

 

 

 

Questions?  Please email LTS director Tim Dalton  tdalton@BiddefordYouthhockey.org

 

 

House Hockey Programs

23-24 Registration is OPEN : https://biddefordyh.sportngin.com/register/form/571444738?fbclid=IwAR1UJREhm0qBsSS7la4s0H5hvCVC_oNeeIxKPVV2jIPEfL9jaL3W40TUyY8

 

6U/8U Flex

 

6U is the next step for 6 year olds who have participated in a season of Learn to Play, or if a first time hockey player, have skating experience. 5 year old’s who have completed a season of Learn to Play are also eligible. 6U is built upon the USA Hockey American Development Model. ADM is a 'station' based format designed for larger groups of players on the ice. ADM practices result in significantly more repetitions and puck touches than traditional practices deliver. More advanced skills are introduced such as forward/backward skating, stick handling, shooting, and ice awareness. Small area games are an integral part of ADM.

 

8U

8U is the next level of play for 7 & 8 year olds who have participated in a season of 6U/8UFlex or something comparable. We will work with first time hockey players to ensure that they can get to this level and feel comfortable and confident on the ice with their peers. 8U is based on the USA Hockey American Development Model with practices focused on proper skill development and repetition of the fundamentals of hockey.  At this level, USA Hockey allows for cross-ice games only. The 8U program practices 2x per week and practices are run by the professional staff of Atlantic Coast Hockey. 8U's will typically play 1-2 games per weekend in addition to regular practices. All 8U teams will be coed but we may plan a few occasional all-girl events/games. Tuition fees include the expense of 1 tournament fee. Any additional tournaments attended by teams are an additional expense.

Every team will wear the same jersey and socks.  The $90 cost of uniforms is in addition to the program fee, but the game jerseys can be reused each year.

 

 

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HOUSE MEAHA Programs

10U

For 9 and 10-year-old players.  

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 15 - 20 +/- games

• Bi-weekly skills session by Atlantic Coast Hockey

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

Cost: $1200 for Skaters and $600 for Goalies

Every team will wear the same jersey and socks.  The $90 cost of uniforms is in addition to the program fee, but the game jerseys can be reused each year.

 

 

 

12U

For 11 and 12-year-old players.  

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 15 - 20 +/- games

• Bi-weekly skills session by Atlantic Coast Hockey

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

Cost: $1200 for Skaters and $600 for Goalies

Every team will wear the same jersey and socks.  The $90 cost of uniforms is in addition to the program fee, but the game jerseys can be reused each year. 

 

14U  

For 13 and 14-year-old players.

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 15 - 20 +/- games

• Bi-weekly skills session by Atlantic Coast Hockey

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

Cost: $1200 for Skaters and $600 for Goalies

Every team will wear the same jersey and socks.  The $90 cost of uniforms is in addition to the program fee, but can jerseys can be reused each year. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Travel Hockey Programs

These programs are for more competitive players and include Tier 3 games against opponents in the Valley Hockey League. 

Note: All Tryouts for the 2023/2024 Season are complete - We look forward to next season’s tryouts in March for the 2024/25 Season!

10U

For 9 and 10 year-old players.  

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 35+/- games

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

 

12U

For 11 and 12 year-old players.  

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 35+/- games

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

 

14U

For 13 and 14 year-old players.  

• 45+/- regular practices 

• 35+/- games

• 1 tournament included

• Low travel times

 

 

 

2023-2024 Hockey Scholarships

BYHA is fully committed to providing everyone a place to play hockey. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with tuition for the upcoming season please reach out to Tom Rousseau BYHA President at trousseau@biddefordyouthhockey.org for information about our scholarship program.

 

For questions regarding any of our programs, please contact one of our directors listed below:

8U Director

Tim Dalton

tdalton@BiddefordYouthHockey.org

 

Youth Director (10U - 14U)

Jacob Rutt

JRutt@BiddefordYouthHockey.org

 

Girls Director

Doug Sanderson

dsanderson@BiddefordYouthHockey.org