Youth Hockey
Lil Thunder Hockey Program
The Lil Thunder Intro to Hockey Program is the best way for your child to learn the basic foundational skills necessary for the sport of ice hockey; skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting in a structured course.
The Lil Thunder Intro to Hockey Program is available for girls & boys ages 4 and older, with or without previous skating instruction.
Participants must be able to skate independently without assistance. If that skill has not yet been met we encourage Learn to Skate Snowplow or Basic 1 registration for a more successful experience prior to Lil Thunder registration. Equipment Rentals are available for all participants contact us for more information
Summer Skills Development
Our Summer Skills Development Classes are designed for proficient skaters looking to build and refine their hockey skills throughout the off-season. Players will work on a variety of skills over six weeks, including skating, puck control, shooting, and overall game awareness.
Classes are split by age group:
• Younger Group: 8U & 10U
• Older Group: 12U through adult
📅 Class Dates: June 15, 22, 29 & July 13, 20, 27
🕒 Class Times:
• June – 6:45 PM (Younger) | 8:15 PM (Older)
• July – 6:15 PM (Younger) | 7:45 PM (Older)
⚠️ These classes are intended for skaters who can already skate confidently. Players who are just starting out should first enroll in our Lil Thunder program before registering for Summer Skills.
Stay sharp, stay active, and keep developing your game all summer long!
Early bird registration pricing ends April 30.
Skill Development
Please register for the correct age level. Reach out with any questions!
Pricing
Registration $140
Early bird $125 (ends April 30)
Drop in rate $25
Open Hockey
Youth Skills & Drills
Skills & Drills is a great place to work on hockey skills with the help of our hockey instructors. With coaches from various different hockey backgrounds you are sure to have a great session and learn something new. If there are specific skills you'd like to work on just let us know and we can come up with lessons working on those skills. Fee is $10 per session.
Equipment Required: Full gear, 18 and under must wear a full shield or will not be allowed on the ice.
Stick & Puck
Stick & Puck is open to all ages and skill levels. Whether it be skating or shooting, this is the perfect time to work on individual drills or have a friend come out and work together. Fee is $8/daytime, $10/nights and weekends, or $5 for Goalies.
Equipment Required: Helmet, gloves, ice skates, stick, 18 and under must wear full gear with a full face cage.
Youth Hockey Season
The youth hockey season is organized by Wichita Youth Hockey Association. The season runs from October to March. Information about WYHA is available at www.wyhajrthunder.com
