Have a toddler that wants to play hockey, but is too young for minor hockey? What about a young child who is interested in playing, but feels embarrassed because they have never played before? Or perhaps a youth with a disability who wants to play hockey, but there are no programs designed for their challenges.
If you have such a child, Seafair Minor Hockey offers a program that is catered to their needs.
The Seafair “Family Hockey Program” is now in its third year of operation. It is a very inexpensive option that allows family members to go on the ice with their child to play hockey. Youth with disabilities can also come out with their 1-on-1 worker.
All participants (including parents) at minimum, must wear skates, helmet, gloves and have a hockey stick. Full gear for the children/youth is suggested, but not required. There is supervision but no instruction. The idea is for parents to play with their child on the ice.
The program begins this Saturday (Oct. 3) from 2- 3 p.m. at the Richmond Ice Centre’s Coliseum rink. It is open to all Richmond families, whether they are a Seafair member or not.
For any questions about the program send them to [email protected].
