LEARN TO PLAY OR SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Learn to play ice hockey in Adelaide at our Ice Hockey Academy. Ice Hockey is a game that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike, it can be played for a lifetime in a community that is friendly with a genuine passion for the sport. Ice hockey also develops skills that can be used both on and off the ice.
Ice Hockey Academy is run by professional and local coaches and players, our ice hockey courses are available for children and adults, and can train everyone from beginners to those wanting to take ice hockey to a professional level. Our courses include Learn to Skate Hockey, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or our specialist class Power & Edges.
FREE SKATE PASSES
All Ice Hockey Academy courses come with passes to Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinnies for your own practice
ALL AGES
We have courses available for all ages starting from 3 years + as well as Adults-Only classes.
EASY TO SCHEDULE
Our courses run in line with the School Terms and Drop-In classes are available for convenience
BOOKING THE RIGHT CLASS
NEW TO SKATING
To begin your ice hockey journey, you first need to skate. Ice Hockey Academy focuses on gameplay skills and tactics as well as specific skating skills for ice hockey. It is expected that you are competent with the minimum skating requirements outlined below to get the full benefit of Ice Hockey Academy classes.
Our Skate School course will get you comfortable with the fundamentals of skating. Students wishing to join Ice Hockey Academy only need to complete Level 5&6 of Skate School to be competent in these techniques.
For Adults, we offer Learn to Skate Hockey, a bridging course for skating techniques specific to ice hockey. Adults only need to complete Aussie Skate Level 2 in Skate School before moving onto Learn to Skate Hockey.
COMPLETED SKATE SCHOOL LEVEL 6 OR LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY
For those who have completed Level 6 of Skate School or Learn to Skate Hockey, you are ready to progress into our Basic level ice hockey classes.
If you have attended a term of Ice Hockey Academy before, please book your current level.
If you’re not sure what level you are, contact skateschool@icearena.au.
ALREADY HAVE ICE HOCKEY EXPERIENCE
There are many pathways into hockey, so if you’ve never attended an Ice Hockey Academy course at The Ice ArenA, or you play ice hockey with a club, chat with our team to book in an assessment where our coaches will guide you to the appropriate course level for you.
Email skateschool@icearena.au to arrange your assessment.
The Ice ArenA also offers specialised ice hockey courses for those looking to take their game to the next level. We also run regular camps and clinics and we work closely with IHSA who also run various development programs.
BEGINNERS' COURSES
LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY
New to skating and hockey? Learn to Skate Hockey is an Adults Only bridging course. Adults learn differently, and this course develops the specific skating skills required in hockey including basic hockey stance, forward and backward stride, crossovers, starting and stopping, edge techniques and other necessary fundamentals.
AGE
Adults only
EQUIPMENT
Highly recommended but not compulsory:
^Helmets must be as sanctioned by IHA i.e. Juniors & Women have full cage or fishbowl, Men are also allowed Half Visor
LEVELS
This course is for beginners. For those completely new to skating, The Ice ArenA requires all new skaters to complete Skate School Beginner levels before moving on to Learn to Skate Hockey.
SCHEDULE
ENROLMENT
Learn to Skate Hockey runs with the public school terms.
Enrolments open now. Online enrolments close on the first day of term, phone and in-person enrolments at Reception remain open throughout the term.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
* Please note the FREE 10x Pass is eligible for full course enrolments only, casual attendees are not eligible, the 10x Pass is an added bonus and is not included in the cost of the course
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT & SAVE
Enrolment is open now
- Early Bird: $337.50
- Full price: $375.00
- Casual Class: $45.00
SUMMER SCHOOL
LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY
Stay Sharp | Stay Cool
Join our coaches these school holidays and learn to skate hockey at the ‘coolest’ place in town! We can’t think of a better way to take a break from the heat.
Choose to come to a single class or purchase all 3 classes for a discount.
If you purchase a 3 Class pack you’ll also receive a 3x Skate Pass to use during the School Holidays because we know ‘Practice makes Progress’.
AGE
All Ages 6+
EQUIPMENT
You must have your own:
Highly recommended but not compulsory:
^Helmets must be as sanctioned by IHA i.e. Juniors & Women have full cage or fishbowl, Men are also allowed Half Visor
LEVELS
This course is for basic and intermediate students. For those completely new to skating, The Ice ArenA offers a Learn to Skate school holiday course.
BASIC
Completed Skate School Level 3&4 – competent with
Forward & Backward 1 Foot Glides and 1 & 2 Foot Swizzles, Swizzles and Glides on a circle, and Snow Plow Stops
INTERMEDIATE (Intro to Power & Edges)
Current students in Learn to Skate Hockey, Hockey Academy Intermediate or those playing with a club in Div 1-3 or C Grade – competent with
Forward and backward Slaloms, 2 Foot Turns, and Crossovers, and Inside and Outside Edge 1 Foot Glides
SCHEDULE
WHAT’S INCLUDED
* Please note the FREE 3x Pass is eligible for 3x Class Pack enrolments only, casual attendees are not eligible, the 3x Pass is an added bonus and is not included in the cost of the course
ENROLMENT
Learn to Skate Hockey – the next Summer School class dates are TBA
Enrolment will open closer to the course start
Spaces strictly limited, bookings essential
PRICING
- Single Class: $45
LEARN TO SKATE
Ice Hockey Academy focuses on gameplay skills and tactics as well as specific skating skills to ice hockey. It is expected that you can perform the below elements to get the full benefit of Ice Hockey Academy classes. These are covered in Skate School Intro and Skate School Level 2 to Level 6 and via our bridging course Learn to Skate Hockey for adults.
Intro |
Correct way to fall and stand up on ice
Forward Swizzles
Forward 2 Foot Glide
Snow Plow Stop while standing still
Forward 1 Foot Glide
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Level 2 |
Dip while gliding
Backward Swizzles Forward 2 Foot Glide on a curve Moving Snow Plow Stop Forward 1 Foot Swizzles 2 Foot Turn forward to backward |
Level 3 | Forward Slalom Moving 1 Foot Glide One Foot Swizzles on a circle |
Level 4 | Backward 1 Foot Glide Backward 1 Foot Swizzles |
Level 5 |
Forward Outside Edge on a semi-circle
Forward Inside Edge on a semi-circle Forward Crossovers 2 Foot Turn on a circle |
Level 6 |
Backward Slalom
Backward 1 Foot Swizzles on a circle 2 Foot Turn backward to forward Backward Crossovers |
BASIC TO ADVANCED COURSES
ICE HOCKEY ACADEMY
Ice Hockey Academy is a course running the length of each school term helping people of all ages to learn and improve their ice hockey game skills, to provide pathways and progress through the divisions and grades of hockey.
Booking is available online and at Reception. We also offer drop-in options, these can be arranged and paid for at Reception.
When you enroll in a full term you also receive 10x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
REQUIREMENTS
It is recommended that students have passed Aussie Skate Level 6 prior to beginning Ice Hockey Academy. This ensures competency in various forward and backward stroking techniques, particularly crossovers, as well as turns, transitions, and using edges effectively.
Ice Hockey Academy is focused on teaching the game and improving the efficiency of skating techniques, it does not teach the basics of skating, and those who cannot comfortably skate as described will not benefit as much from the course instruction.
AGE
We offer classes for all age groups including both separate and mixed Juniors and Adults classes
Juniors: Ages 5 – 17
Adults: 18+
EQUIPMENT
^Neck Guards and Helmets must be as sanctioned by IHA i.e. Juniors & Women have full cage or fishbowl, Men are also allowed Half Visor
LESSON LENGTH
Weekly 60 minute classes
ENROLMENT DATES
Ice Hockey Academy runs with the public school terms.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
* Please note the FREE 10x Pass is eligible for full course enrolments only, casual attendees are not eligible, the 10x Pass is an added bonus and is not included in the cost of the course
EARLY BIRD
Receive a 10% discount when you enrol during the promotional period. Discount will automatically be applied at checkout where applicable.
Bookings made after the promotion will be charged the full price.
Early Bird applies to full course bookings only, Drop-In classes are not applicable.
PAYMENT PLAN
Looking to break up the cost?
- Our Square terminals accept AfterPay
TERM 2 2024: MON 29 APRIL to TUES 2 JULY
ICE HOCKEY ACADEMY LEVELS
Classes run on Tuesdays – just find the class for your level and age, and attend the same class every week. You can choose to enroll in the full term or attend casual classes with our drop-in option.
Booking is available online and at Reception. We also offer drop-in options, these can be arranged and paid for at Reception.
When you enroll in a full term you also receive 5x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
LEVELS
Ice Hockey Academy offers classes from Basic to Advanced for Juniors and Adults.
Our Advanced classes are All Ages.
BASIC
Start learning to play the game of ice hockey. Learn the 4 positions of ice hockey, basic puck handling, and shooting techniques, as well as more advanced skating techniques such as forward and backward crossovers, tight turns, and transitions.
INTERMEDIATE
The focus is on applying the skills acquired from our Basic course to more complex game play. There is more attention to developing speed in your skills including skating and decision making, ice hockey is a fast game after all. This course is recommended to anyone currently playing Div 1 or lower.
ADVANCED
Take all the skills you have acquired and apply them into advanced game play scenarios. The focus is on applying offensive and defensive tactics for individuals and for small groups in the fast-paced scenarios of an ice hockey game. This course is recommended for anyone currently playing C Grade or higher.
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT & SAVE
- Early Bird: $337.50
- Full price: $375.00
- Casual Class: $45.00
MORE WAYS TO SAVE
EARLY BIRD
Pay for the course in full during our Early Bird period and receive 10% off the term fees.
Discount can be redeemed online or at Reception.
20% OFF 2ND COURSE
Purchase any Skate School (excludes Intro) or Ice Hockey Academy full course and receive 20% off a second course.
Courses must be for the same skater and term. This discount can only be redeemed when booking at Reception.
20% OFF 3RD FAMILY MEMBER COURSE
When 3 or more members of the family enrol for a full term, the 3rd, 4th, 5th etc family member gets 20% off.
Applies to immediate family members only. Must have a Family account at The Ice ArenA. Can only be redeemed at Reception.
SPECIALISED COURSES
POWER & EDGES
Maximize your performance and improve your technique. Focusing on both the effectiveness and efficiency of your skating, Power & Edges is for those looking to take their game to the next level. Ice hockey is a fast-paced game, requiring both quick bursts of energy and endurance to perform in 3x 20 minute periods. Improving your skating technique for each stroke, learning to use your edges correctly and conditioning your muscles for the work required will greatly improve your game.
When you enroll in a full term you also receive 5x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
AGES
All Ages
REQUIREMENTS
Students attending this course are expected to be proficient skaters already. This course is recommended for those in Ice Hockey Academy Advanced and those playing in B Grade and above.
Some students from Intermediate may be eligible, please chat with your coach to see whether Power & Edges would be beneficial to you at this stage of your hockey journey.
EQUIPMENT
It is highly recommended that players arrive in their full kit as prescribed in Ice Hockey Academy Basic to Advanced Courses, please refer to this section.
SCHEDULE
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT & SAVE
- Early Bird: $337.50
- Full price: $375.00
- Casual Class: $45.00
Beginner Course Videos
Intermediate & Advanced Course Videos
TERM 3 2024
Mon 22 July to Tues 24 Sept
Monday
6:00-7:00pm – Learn to Skate Hockey – Beginner & Intermediate Adults
7:00-8:00pm – Power & Edges (all ages)
Tuesday
5:45-6:45pm – Basic Junior
5:45-6:45pm – Intermediate Junior
6:15-7:15pm – BasicAdult
6:15-7:15pm – Intermediate Adults
7:00-8:00pm – Advanced All-Ages
TERM 4 2024
Mon 14 Oct to Tues 10 Dec
Monday
6:00-7:00pm – Learn to Skate Hockey – Beginner & Intermediate Adults
7:00-8:00pm – Power & Edges (all ages)
Tuesday
5:45-6:45pm – Basic Junior
5:45-6:45pm – Intermediate Junior
6:15-7:15pm – BasicAdult
6:15-7:15pm – Intermediate Adults
7:00-8:00pm – Advanced All-Ages
LESSON DATES –