6U/8U-Mites
We offer 8U hockey for kids ages 4-8 years old. Our focus is the fundamentals and fun.
We ask that children are proficient skaters prior to beginning the program for the most development and fun.
If your child isn't a proficient skater yet, please start with the Learn to Skate program through Durango Parks and Rec.
We accept 8U registration year round. Registration will be pro-rated if you join the session late.
Ages
Players ages 4 years to 8 years who are proficient skaters.
When
October-March
Session 1: October-December
Session 2: January-March
Where
Chapman Hill Ice Rink
500 Florida Rd, Durango, CO 81301
970-375-7395
Practices
Practices are typically Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday afternoons. Some scrimmages on Saturdays.
Practices run 45 minutes.
Players will see the ice typically 2x per week, dependent upon holiday/game schedules.
Games
Scrimmages are Saturday mornings at Chapman Hill Ice Rink
Jerseys
Practice jerseys are provided. We ask that you return them on the last day of practice for each session.
EQUIPMENT
All players will need the following equipment:
● Helmet (black is encouraged)
● mouth guard
● shoulder pads
● elbow pads
● gloves (black is encouraged)
● breezers (black is encouraged)
● shin pads
● socks
● skates
● stick
● water bottle
Other equipment: equipment bag, jock strap, socks, neck guard.