Community Hockey Basics
Community Hockey Basics is a free, welcoming 8 week introduction to skating and hockey for children ages 5–16. No previous experience is required, and all skill levels learn together.
Winter 2027 Program Details
Dates: Eight weeks during January and February 2027
Days: Wednesdays or Thursdays
Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Location: Holliday Park Ice Rink
Ages: 5–16
Experience: All skill levels, including first-time skaters
Cost to families: No program fee, donations appreciated
Families may indicate Wednesday, Thursday, either day or that neither time currently works. You will be emailed a confirmation with your designated day and time prior to the start date.
What Your Child Will Learn
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Balance, movement and confidence on the ice
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Basic skating skills
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Introductory hockey movement and skills
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Resiliance
What We Provide
Our Hockey House provides the ice time, coaching, skates, and introductory program equipment needed to participate. Families do not need to purchase hockey equipment before beginning, but HELMETS ARE REQUIRED to get on the ice. A bicycle helmet is fine. If you can not provide a helmet, please reach out to our team before the first skate to coordinate.
What Families Need to Do
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Watch for confirmation email with day and time assignment information (will begin going out mid December, and will also include information on what to expect, how to dress, etc.) (If you need to know your date earlier for planning purposes, please wait to reach out after November 15th).
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Provide transportation to and from Holliday Park Ice Rink on your selected day
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Tell us if transportation or another barrier may keep your child from attending
What Comes After Hockey Basics?
If your child has already attended Hockey Basics and is ready for league play, the closest programs are CYHA at the state fairgrounds, and IYHA/Jr Fuel in Fishers. If your child would like to play at one of these leagues but your family needs financial assistance, please contact us so we can help.
Children who want to continue but are not ready to commit to league play yet, may be considered for future Player Development or summer opportunities. Coaches evaluate readiness, attendance, commitment, effort and attitude.
Player Development introduces selected returning participants to practicing in hockey equipment and learning more of the game. It is part of our longer-term plan to develop a player pathway and create a high-school development team.
A child does not need to be the most advanced player to earn another opportunity. Showing up, listening, working hard, treating others well and continuing to try all matter. More information will be available at our December Event
Transportation or Family Support
Parents and guardians provide transportation for Community Hockey Basics. If cost, transportation, work schedules or another family barrier may prevent participation, tell us on the interest form or email Michelle at michelle@ourhockeyhouse.org. We want to understand what families need and explore what help may be possible.