The Initiation Program (IP) is a hockey program for five and six year olds. In a fun, non-competitive environment the players learn hockey skills and fair play, with an emphasis on the development of self-esteem and self-confidence. The IP Program promotes the belief that if the introduction to hockey is a positive one, the players will develop a lifetime love of the game.
Initiation Program Objectives
To provide children an opportunity to learn and develop hockey Fundamentals and Fitness in an environment of Fun and Fair play (The Four F's)
Making hockey a very positive and fun-filled experience
Having fun in a physical activity
Learning the basic skills needed to play hockey
Creating and refining basic motor patterns
Learning the concepts of co-operating and fair play
Developing an understanding of teamwork
Build self - esteem in the players' minds.
Develop all the players to the fullest encourage creativity
