Getting Started in Hockey
Learn To Play
Hello Parents! Welcome to the Chesterfield Hockey Association!
We are a youth ice hockey club based at the Maryville University Hockey Center (which we own and operate) located in the Chesterfield Valley area. Our programs include all-girls options (Lady Falcons program) as well as co-ed options (boys and girls), and we tailor our programs for all skill levels, from beginners to elite players.
If you are reading this page, you likely have questions about starting your child in youth hockey. Don’t worry, we’re here to help!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us!
Questions
Colin Patrick
Learn to Play Director
Registration
Next Session:
WINTER SESSION - LEARN TO PLAY
- Details coming soon
Where to Begin?
Step 1: Learn to Skate
* The steps below will apply to both girls and boys.
Before our Falcons can play, they need to learn to fly! Begin with Learn to Skate classes at the Maryville University Hockey Center (or any other facility).
** The button above will take you to the Learn to Skate program information on our rink website. Note: This is a separate program from Learn to Play
Step 2: Learn to Play
Next, after learning the fundamentals of ice skating (passing at least the Sam 3 or Basic 2 skating classes or equivalents), they are then ready to play! Sign them up for our Learn to Play program! Information on our Learn to Play program is located farther down this page.
In order to join the Learn to Play program, they will also need a full set of hockey equipment. Don’t have Equipment? No worries! Through our partnership with the St. Louis Blues, your son & daughter can acquire all of the necessary equipment they need to get started; which you also get to keep! Reach out to us to learn more!
Step 3: Joining a Team
After Learn to Play, she should be ready to join a team. The specific details will depend on their age and current ability. It also is heavily dependent on the time of year, as the team based programs have a short registration window. Please reach out and let's have a 1-1 conversation about next steps for your daughter or son in their hockey adventure!
Additional Details
- All new & first-time participants: Including those coming from all other St. Louis Blues Youth Hockey program — will start in Learn to Play.
- Participants will be evaluated in their first session to ensure proper group placement for skill level, safety, and the best learning experience.
- Existing participants: Players will be informed by our staff when they have gained the sufficient level of knowledge and skill to progress to the Continue to Play level.
- Genders: Open to both Boys & Girls
- Skating Ability: Participants must know how to skate. We ask that they have passed at least a Sam 3 level class in a Learn to Skate program (or equivalent)
- Required Gear: Full hockey gear is required. We do not provide any of it.
- Jersey: Upon their first class - we will provide them a jersey
- Note: This is an individual development program. This is not a team program. This is not the program for those who have already played a season on a team within the Chesterfield Hockey Association (reach out to us for help in choosing an appropriate program)
Directions
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Directly behind the Comfort Inn & Suites Hotel
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We are not currently accepting registrations for this program.