Where to start

Start your hockey journey in our Snowplow Sam 1, Basic 1 or Hockey 1 classes. Nail down fundamental skating techniques and skills for hockey players in a fun environment.

Start your hockey journey in our free Take A Shot At Hockey Program! Take a Shot at Hockey includes access to on-ice instruction alongside the first 4 weeks of the Sparties Learn to Play program, as well as a full set of hockey equipment to borrow for the duration of the program. At the conclusion of the 4 week program, participants will have the ability to register for the remainder of the Sparties Learn to Play session at a prorated cost.

This program is the recommended first step for beginner youth hockey players who have completed at least three Learn to Skate classes and have a solid base of fundamental skating skills.

For players between the ages of 5 and 8 years old, the 8U Youth Hockey Instructional League consists of the Lansing Hockey Club’s Mite Level 3 and Mini Mite Level 2 programs. Both levels include one practice session and one half-ice game session per week, as well as a team uniform.

Mini Mite: Typically for players ages 5-7 who have 1-2 years of prior hockey experience.
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Mite: Typically for players ages 6-8 who have 2-3years of prior hockey experience.