LITTLE PENGUINS LEARN TO PLAY
Sidney Crosby's Little Penguins Learn to Play Hockey is an introductory program for children ages 5 to 9 to learn the fundamental skills of hockey in a fun and safe environment. The program consists of eight to ten sessions of on-ice instruction by certified coaches. Little Penguins participants will receive head-to-toe equipment, a monthly newsletter with exclusive content, discounts on Penguins tickets, exclusive program rewards at Penguins games, special event opportunities, as well as a welcome packet and gift. The Little Penguins program is presented by the NHL and NHLPA with the support of Crosby, DICK'S Sporting Goods and USA Hockey. The Learn to Play program began in Pittsburgh in 2008 and has since become a league-wide initiative for the NHL.
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Ages
This program is open to all players ages 5 to 9
When
Fall session 9/27-11/14
Spring session TBA
Where
Hess Ice Rink
3365 Mitchell Rd
New Castle, PA 16105
Practices
Friday's 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Equipment
Equipment is included in the $249.00 registration fee. The player will get everything they need to play hockey, for them to keep.
SPRING 2026 SESSION
The Little Penguins Learn to Play Hockey program at Lawrence County Lightning is an introductory initiative for new skaters between the ages of 5 and 9. It focuses on teaching the fundamentals of ice hockey in a structured, 8-week format.
Program Logistics
Dates: The program runs on Tuesdays from April 21 through June 2, with a final session on Saturday, June 6.
Time: Tuesday sessions are held from 5:30 PM to 6:300 PM.
Location: All sessions take place at Hess Ice Rink
What is Included
Equipment: Each registered participant receives a full set of head-to-toe hockey gear to keep.
Instruction: The curriculum covers basic skating, stickhandling, and passing skills.
Apparel: Registration includes a program-specific jersey and a swag bag.
Requirements
Eligibility: The program is specifically for first-time players who have not previously participated in organized hockey.
Registration: Participation is limited to a set number of skaters and requires online enrollment via the organization's website.
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