Hockey & Skating
The Hamilton Ice Arena offers Open Skate, Learn to Skate and Learn to Play options for everyone! See you out on the ice! Registration for all programs can be done in person or on our website. For hockey & skating registration questions, contact Daniel Conway at 440.356.5665 or dconway@rrcity.com
Learn to Play Hockey
Learn to Skate
Learn to Skate Class Information Guide 2023-2024
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Small group instruction with an emphasis on having fun while learning skating skills. An introduction for the new tot skater and a progression of skills taught for the more advanced skater.
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* Group instruction following the USFSA guidelines for Basic 1-6 and Freestyle 1-6 levels for the beginning to advanced skater.
* Hockey or figure skates may be worn for Basic & Freestyle 1-6. -
Full hockey equipment is strongly encouraged for both power skating options:
* Mite Power Skating: Ages 7-9, Emphasis on forward skating stride and edges
* Junior Power Skating: Ages 10 and up, Emphasis on forward & backward strides, edges, and turns.
Rocky River Youth Hockey
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All practices are from 10:30-11:15am (beginning January 20)
Introduction to basic skating and hockey skills.
Necessary equipment provided to borrow for the season.
Players must transition to hockey skates – rink skates are available to use at each practice.
May advance to Mini ADM or repeat Little Stickers.Fees:
$115 (Member) $140 (Resident)
$165 (Non-Resident)
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Introduction to USA Hockey American Development Model (ADM)
Players must provide their own stick, equipment, and well fitted, sharpened hockey skates
Straight-bladed stick recommended
Previous Little Stickers participation strongly encouraged
May advance to Blue Travel or repeat Mini ADM
Fee: $295 (Member) $350 (Resident) $500 (Non-Resident) -
In December, players get divided into teams and meshed into the overall Youth Hockey Program practice and game schedule (days and times TBD)
Players must provide their own stick, equipment and well fitted, sharpened hockey skates
Straight-bladed stick recommended
Previous Mini ADM participation strongly encouraged
Fee: $295 (Member) $350 (Resident) $500 (Non-Resident)
Summer Ball Hockey
NEW Program Offering — Ball Hockey played on shoes!
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Divisions & Offerings
(( based on age as of May 1 ))
9 & Under // 4 – 6 Teams
10 – 13 // 4 – 6 Teams
14 – 16 // 4 – 6 Teams
Teams & Cost
● Rosters consist of 7-15 players
● Rosters must have 50% Rocky River Residents to qualify for Resident Team Rate
● Team Shirts will be provided by Rocky River Recreation
● Resident Pricing: $325 / Team
● Non-Resident Pricing: $350 / Team
Game Play
Mondays - Thursdays from 6:00-9:00pm
● Cross-floor games (ADM rink setup)
● 2 games being played at the same timeHelmet with facemask, stick and gloves required
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Monday, July 8 – Thursday, August 8
● 4-6 teams per division
○ 4 Week Season (7/8 – 8/1)
■ 4-5 games minimum, depending on number of teams, 1-2 games per week
○ Playoff Tournament (8/6-8/9) ■ Single-elimination bracket, seeding based on regular-season standings -
Looking for Roller Hockey instead?
The Ohio Hockey Project has you covered has you covered! Check out their info HERE
Hamilton Ice Arena
Looking for more information on Hamilton Ice Arena, Informal Skating or Resident Services? Check out the Ice Arena section of the website!
Ice Rental
Book your next party or meeting at Hamilton Ice Arena throughout the season! View our facility rental page for additional information.