Our hockey programs are taught by Palmer Imaging Arena hockey staff, who is comprised of USA Hockey certified coaches with an extensive playing background.

The Little Badgers Learn to Play Hockey is an entry level hockey program geared for ages 4-8. Participants in this program will learn all of the basic skills required to play ice hockey. It will be a fun, stress free environment that will enable the players to learn and fall in love with the sport at the same time.

Jersey is included.

Requirements: USA Hockey player registration and full hockey equipment.

The Learn to Play Hockey Program includes a hockey equipment starter kit for first time players. The gear is provided through the rink and will be available at the rink prior to the first on-ice session.

Guardians must include their child’s height, weight and birthday upon registration as this information will be used to issue the equipment. Available sizes are Youth Small (ages 3-5 or 6), Youth Large (ages 5 or 6 to 8), and Junior Small (ages 7-10).

Set Includes: helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, pants, shin guards, stick and jersey. A program director will contact registered players with specific details relating to the gear distribution.

The Junior Badgers Development Program is the next step in Palmer's hockey program. It is geared for ages 6-12. Participants will build upon the individual skills learned in Little Badgers This program will continue to work on the fundamental skills of ice hockey in order for the players to move on and join the Allegheny Badgers Hockey Association. Participants in this program will learn all of the basic skills required to play ice hockey. It will be a fun, stress free environment that will enable the players to learn and fall in love with the sport at the same time.

Program will be 8 weeks and the last class will be a cross ice game. Jersey is included.

Requirements: USA Hockey player registration and full hockey equipment.

No Equipment? We’ve got you covered! Limited loaner kits available on a first come first serve basis, size options may vary. Please contact Josh for more information.